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Federal Decree No. 35 of 2004

Issuing bodyDIFC
CountryUAE
Financial Free ZonesDIFCUAE Law

Federal Decree No. 35 of 2004, issued by the President of the UAE, establishes the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) as a financial free zone in the Emirate of Dubai. The decree mandates competent authorities to implement the provisions outlined within and ensures its publication in the official Gazette.

Key requirements
  • Establishment of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)
  • Implementation of the decree by competent authorities
  • Publication of the decree in the official Gazette
Applies to: Competent authorities within the UAE and entities operating within or regulated by the DIFC.
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