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DIFC is one of the world’s top financial centres, and the leading financial hub for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia
On the occasion of the Holy Month of Ramadan, our business hours during Ramadan will be as follows: DIFC Authority Office: 9:00am - 3:00pm, Sunday to Thursday, DIFC Services: 9:00am - 2:00pm, Sunday to Thursday.
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The leading financial hub for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia.

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Dubai International Financial Centre

Dubai International Financial Centre is one of the world’s top financial centres and the leading financial hub for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region.

A vibrant business ecosystem of over 23,000 professionals working across more than 2,000 active registered firms that benefit from an independent regulatory and judicial system, a global financial exchange, inspiring architecture, and enabling support services.

The DIFC district features ultra-modern office space, retail outlets, cafes and restaurants, art galleries, residential apartments, public green areas and hotels.

2,137

registered companies

23,604

people workforce

DIFC partners with TiE Mumbai to help Indian FinTechs scale their business across MEASA region

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Launch of the DIFC Commentaries Vol.3

25 Jun 2019, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Global Beatles Day

25 Jun 2019, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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Welcome to DIFC

Join us for a live band performance #GlobalBeatlesDay

An urban lifestyle destination

DIFC FinTech Fund

DIFC's New Employee Workplace Savings Scheme

DIFC FinTech License

Dubai International Financial Centre is one of the world’s top financial centres and the leading financial hub for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region.

2,137

23,604

DIFC partners with TiE Mumbai to help Indian FinTechs scale their business across MEASA region

Dubai International Financial Centre Announced Proposed New Data Protection Law for Public…

Launch of the DIFC Commentaries Vol.3

Global Beatles Day

Are you a financial institution, corporate office, professional service provider or retailer? Explore opportunities for your business in the DIFC.