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United Arab Emirates – Abu Dhabi
35% standard cashback rebate, up to 50% enhanced
- Film commission
- Abu Dhabi Film Commission (Creative Media Authority)
- Checked on the official site on
- 17 October 2026
- The enhanced rate (up to 50% of qualifying Abu Dhabi spend) is based on a points system and ADFC approval.
- Formats: feature films, TV programmes and series, short-form content (short films, TVCs, music videos) and entertainment shows; some formats need special pre-approval.
- Applies to qualifying productions from 1 January 2025.
Official sources
This page is a summary for orientation, not legal or financial advice. Rates, caps and rules change: the commission’s official guidelines prevail.
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