UAE Regulatory Filings Support

Regulatory filings in the DIFC are regulatory reports required by the Dubai Financial Services Authority. They apply to authorised firms operating in the DIFC, and can include prudential returns, the DFSA Annual Return, ICAAP, IRAP, AML returns, and various auditor reports. ACA Effecta helps you identify which filings apply to your firm and ensures timely submission.

Regulatory filings in the ADGM are required by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority. While similar to DFSA filings, they may differ in format, submission portals, and deadlines. ACA Effecta supports both regimes and helps firms navigate the nuances.

Firms in DIFC need a commercial licence from DIFC and a regulatory licence from DFSA. Similarly, firms in ADGM need a commercial licence from ADGM and a regulatory licence from FSRA.

The confirmation statement is a recurring DIFC filing that verifies company details. It must be submitted on or before the expiry date of your commercial licence, and no later than 30 days after. ACA Effecta helps you stay on top of these deadlines.

ICAAP stands for Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process. It is a regulatory requirement for firms holding certain prudential licence categories under the DFSA and the FSRA regimes.

ICAAP involves assessing whether your firm maintains sufficient capital to cover its risks under normal and stress-test conditions. It is typically required on an annual basis. ACA Effecta can assist with preparing and reviewing ICAAP documentation to help you meet regulatory expectations.

Missing a deadline can result in penalties ranging from $2,500 to $15,000 per contravention. ACA Effecta helps you avoid fines by managing your filing calendar and submission process.

Yes. ACA Effecta provides end-to-end support for DFSA, FSRA, DIFC, and ADGM filings, helping you stay on top of your obligations and free up time to focus on your core business.

Missing a DFSA filing deadline can result in penalties ranging from $2,500 to $15,000 per contravention. ACA Effecta helps you track deadlines and avoid costly fines.

FSRA prudential returns must be submitted in eXtensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL) format via the ADGM portal. ACA Effecta helps firms prepare and file these returns accurately and on time.

The DIFC Registrar of Companies (ROC) portal is used for corporate filings and reporting. ACA Effecta guides you through the portal setup and submission process.

Firms operating in the DIFC are regulated by the DFSA, while firms in Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) fall under the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA). ACA Effecta can explain the key differences between these two financial centres and advise on which licence category may best suit your business model.

DFSA AML returns are submitted annually via the Online Forms portal. FSRA firms must report annually via the Connect portal. ACA Effecta helps compile the required information and ensure timely submission.

If you’re ready to simplify your UAE regulatory obligations or want to learn more about how ACA Effecta can help, the next step is easy. Request a strategy session with our team and we’ll walk you through your options, answer your questions, and help you build a plan that works for your firm.