---
type: country
domain: web3-compliance
status: compiled
tags: [Legal, Crypto Tax, Crypto Regulation, Country]
aliases: [Abu Dhabi Global Market]
created: 2026-04-23
compile_into: ""
slug: free-zone--abu-dhabi-global-market
sources: "[./crypto-map/data.json#/ADGM, \"https://soken.io/crypto-map/countries/abu-dhabi-global-market.html\"]"
source_url: "https://soken.io/crypto-map/countries/abu-dhabi-global-market.html"
title: "Abu Dhabi Global Market — Crypto Regulation 2026 | Soken"
description: ADGM offers a progressive and transparent regulatory framework for crypto businesses, supported by the ADGM Virtual Asset Framework (2023, amended 2025).
scraped_at: "2026-04-23T19:59:34.636821+00:00"
entry_type_raw: free_zone
parent_country: AE
region: middle_east
---

# Abu Dhabi Global Market — Crypto Regulation 2026 | Soken

# Abu Dhabi Global Market

ADGM offers a progressive and transparent regulatory framework for crypto businesses, supported by the ADGM Virtual Asset Framework (2023, amended 2025). It provides a robust environment with clear licensing and compliance obligations, promoting innovation and integrity.

## Overview

|     |     |
| --- | --- |
| Status | **crypto\_friendly** |
| Risk Score | 10/100 (Low Risk) |
| Region | middle east |
| Currency | AED |

## Tax

|     |     |
| --- | --- |
| Capital Gains (Personal) | 0% (no personal income tax in ADGM/Abu Dhabi) |
| Capital Gains (Corporate) | 0% in ADGM free zone (9% UAE federal rate outside free zone) |
| VAT on Crypto | No |

The regulator page does not explicitly state specific tax rates or rules for crypto activities, but ADGM is known for a tax-friendly environment with no VAT on crypto transactions.

## Licensing

|     |     |
| --- | --- |
| Required | Yes |
| Regulator | FSRA |
| Framework | ADGM Virtual Asset Framework |
| Ease | medium |
| Cost | $25,000 - $150,000 |

Licensing is governed under the ADGM Virtual Asset Framework with clear application processes and compliance requirements.

## DeFi

**Status:** regulated

DeFi activities are regulated under the ADGM Virtual Asset Framework, requiring compliance with AML and licensing rules.

## Stablecoins

**Status:** regulated

Stablecoins are regulated under the ADGM Virtual Asset Framework with specific requirements for issuance and custody.

## NFTs

**Status:** no\_rules

No specific NFT regulation; generally permitted

## Mining

|     |     |
| --- | --- |
| Legal | Yes |
| Electricity | $0.06/kWh |
| Renewable | 5% |
| Infrastructure | good |

Mining is legal with access to reliable infrastructure and competitive electricity costs.

## Geopolitics

|     |     |
| --- | --- |
| Stability | stable |
| Sanctions | No |
| Corruption Index | 67/100 |
| Banking Access | open |

Last reviewed: 2026-04-13 ·
Data source: [Soken Crypto Legal Map](https://soken.io/crypto-map/)

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