Middle East: Wealth Management

Dubai Multi Commodities Centre has introduced new Foundations Regulations, creating a separate legal entity structure for private wealth holders and family offices. The framework enables long-term asset holding, succession planning and wealth preservation, with flexible governance arrangements and reserved powers for founders starting from USD 100 in initial assets.

In September 2026, the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre Authority (“DMCCA”) introduced its new Foundations Regulations, adding another private wealth and succession planning structure to the UAE landscape.

DIFC Foundations offer families and entrepreneurs a sophisticated legal structure for wealth management and succession planning in the Dubai International Financial Centre. This comprehensive guide explores how these separate legal entities operate through their constitutional documents and Council administration, providing continuity of ownership across generations while separating economic participation from management responsibilities. Understanding the key roles, governance frameworks, and strategic app