DIFC Introduces Targeted Support Measures for Businesses

On 9 April 2026, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) announced a package of temporary economic support measures to help its business and retail community manage short-term operational and financial pressures. The new initiatives reflect DIFC Authority’s commitment to reinforcing stability, resilience and long-term growth across the Centre.

The measures include:

• Flexible payment plans for both retail and commercial tenants.
• Instalment options for licence renewal fees.
• Grace periods for certain administrative payments related to lease contracts, Registrar of Companies, and Data Protection Department filings.
• Extended timelines for registering employees in the DEWS scheme.
• Temporary regulatory accommodations from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) to ease requirements for new and existing regulated firms seeking authorisation.

Why Contact Al Tamimi & Company

These measures may present immediate opportunities to optimise cash flow, reduce administrative burden, and maintain compliance under modified DIFC frameworks. Al Tamimi & Company’s DIFC specialist team can advise on eligibility, application procedures, and potential implications for leasing, data protection, and regulatory filings—ensuring clients maximise available support with full legal oversight.

For tailored guidance on how these DIFC initiatives may affect your operations, kindly contact Izabella Szadkowska I.Szadkowska@tamimi.com ; Noff Al Khafaji N.AlKhafaji@tamimi.com or any member of the Tamimi Corporate team.