UAE Exchange Business Regulation Update
Key Points
Announces the CBUAE’s introduction of a new Category IV license for digital-only fintechs offering exchange services.
Clarifies regulatory, capital, compliance, and ownership requirements aligned with UAE’s fintech and financial governance agenda.
Who is this for
Fintech companies delivering remittance, FX, or cross-border services via digital channels.
RPSCS and SVF license holders exploring license expansion or transition.
Compliance, legal, and executive teams preparing license applications or infrastructure shifts.
What will you get
Summary of key requirements: AED 50M capital, Emirati ownership, no physical branches.
Strategic tips for compliance, onboarding, and digital trust building.
Clarity on eligibility for LNO (Letter of No Objection) pathways.
Actionable next steps: gap analysis, advisor engagement, roadmap planning.
