UAE foundations are redefining wealth protection in the region

The UAE is fast emerging as one of the world’s most trusted destinations for wealth structuring and legacy planning, and at the centre of this evolution are foundations.

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Unlike traditional companies, a foundation is an independent legal entity without shareholders, designed to hold assets, safeguard family wealth, and ensure smooth succession.

Introduced through the ADGM Foundations Regulations (2017) and DIFC Foundations Law (2018), these vehicles combine the strength of civil law traditions with the flexibility of common law jurisdictions, offering privacy, control, and continuity under a strong regulatory framework.