Comera Finance Secures Central Bank of UAE Approval for NBFC Licence

Abbas Aziz By Abbas Aziz
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Comera Finance has achieved a major regulatory milestone in the UAE. The company has received final approval from the Central Bank of the UAE to operate as a Non Banking Financial Company. This approval positions Comera Finance as a regulated provider of retail and wholesale financing solutions across the country.

The decision follows a detailed regulatory review. It confirms the company’s operational readiness and strong compliance culture.

A Strategic Step for Comera Financial Holdings

Comera Finance operates under Comera Financial Holdings, which forms part of Abu Dhabi’s Royal Group. The NBFC licence supports the group’s long term plan to build a technology driven and fully compliant financial platform.

The licence allows Comera Finance to:

  • Offer regulated lending and financing products
  • Serve consumers, SMEs, and large enterprises
  • Operate under strict Central Bank oversight

This approval validates the company’s governance framework and risk management practices.

Regulatory First Approach Validated

Akhtar Saeed Hashmi, Managing Director and Group CEO of Comera Financial Holdings, described the approval as a defining moment. He emphasized the group’s commitment to regulatory discipline and institution grade standards.

The Central Bank approval reflects:

  • Strong internal controls and governance
  • Mature risk and compliance systems
  • Readiness for regulated financial operations

This approach aligns closely with the UAE’s vision for a stable and future ready financial system.

Launching Responsible Financing Solutions

With the licence in place, Comera Finance will roll out a range of structured financial products. These offerings will target both individuals and businesses.

Planned solutions include:

  • Consumer financing products
  • SME lending solutions
  • Corporate and wholesale financing

The company places strong focus on responsible lending. Transparency and customer protection will guide product design. All operations will follow the Central Bank’s strict regulatory standards.

Strengthening the Comera Digital Ecosystem

The NBFC licence also strengthens the wider Comera ecosystem. The group integrates communication, payments, and financial services into one digital platform.

By combining technology with regulation, Comera aims to:

  • Simplify access to financial services
  • Improve user trust and security
  • Maintain high compliance standards

This integrated approach supports efficient service delivery without compromising oversight.

Supporting UAE Economic Priorities

Comera Finance’s entry into the regulated NBFC space supports national economic goals. These include SME growth, financial inclusion, and economic diversification.

The company’s roadmap focuses on:

  • Scalable and sustainable growth
  • Strong capital backing
  • Experienced leadership teams
  • Long term regulatory excellence

Comera plans to work closely with regulators, partners, and stakeholders. The goal is to deliver meaningful financial solutions that strengthen the UAE financial sector.

This approval marks the start of Comera Finance’s next growth phase. The company now moves from preparation to execution with regulatory confidence and clear strategic direction.