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ADGM is a vibrant business and lifestyle destination home to luxury retail and dining options, premium hospitality and world-class healthcare. This world-class retail environment is home to a selection of luxury boutiques, contemporary international brands and a wide array of dining options to suit every occasion.
The Galleria Al Maryah Island is Abu Dhabi's next generation shopping mall and lifestyle destination providing a whole new shopping, dining and entertainment experience. With 400 leading international brands, 100 unique restaurants and a wide variety of entertainment options, The Galleria mall has transformed the Abu Dhabi retail and lifestyle landscape.
The permitted retail business activities on Al Maryah Island Abu Dhabi include: manufacturing; wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles; transportation and storage; accommodation and food service activities; information and communication; professional, scientific and technical activities; administrative and support service activities; arts, entertainment and recreation; other service activities. Download the full and detailed list of permitted business activities.
Establishing a retail presence within the IFC is quick and easy via the ADGM Registration Authority, an independent body with the power to license and register all ADGM entities.
To learn more about the steps involved in establishing a presence and incorporating a company in ADGM, please read the guidance notes below in conjunction with the relevant legislation.
Please note: All retail businesses are required to obtain an Abu Dhabi government authorities approval prior to operating their business. Review the list of government authorities and applicable activities to learn more.
Registration fees: Fees for registration and incorporation are in US dollars. The registration fees to establish a retail business in ADGM are as follows.
Create a brief store concept document (an overview of what the retail business will be doing). This will be submitted along with your online application for Category C - Retail business activities.
Create a profile and review the documentation requirements for the online application process.
Fill out the required forms, via the online registry solution and submit the application, required documentation and payment, using a Visa or MasterCard.
Once you have submitted your application, you will be able to view the status from your dashboard on the online registry solution. You will be informed of any changes required on your application (if any) via email, and you will receive a notification following the Registrar’s final decision.
If successful, you will receive a soft copy of your licence via email.
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