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Ellwaa for
Global Entity
Formation

We partner with entrepreneurs and corporations to simplify legal complexities, structure international holding companies, and nurture business growth across the Middle East and beyond.

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Global Reach

Operating in 12+ jurisdictions including UAE, KSA, UK, and Delaware.

Founded in 1984 by Ahmed Ellwaa in Cairo, our firm was built on the highest professional standards and a drive for distinction. Operating as a unified partnership with strong values, we champion positive change and sustainable innovation. Today, we combine bold strategies with cutting-edge technology to empower organizations, delivering lasting performance gains and building future-ready workforces.

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Clients

Completed in the region since 2000

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Years of Experience

Working in our Middle East offices

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Countries

Clients from more than 15 countries

Assis Service

Launch your company online with ease and professionalism. Let our specialized team guide you through every step for a smooth and successful formation.

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Featured Insights

Triple the return: How companies can get more from enterprise tech
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October 20, 2025 – Technology leaders that follow six imperatives—and take a value creation approach to spending—can achieve three times the EBITDA lift from enterprise technology in the agentic age.

PODCAST
Podcast studio

Conversations with leaders in Ellwaa's Middle East office on some of the most pressing issues of the day, including insights for business and government leaders, practitioners, students and anyone who is curious to learn more about topics such as education, sustainability, inclusion, business growth and many others.

VIDEO COLLECTION
Business interview

Interviews with innovative founders, funders, and business builders from established organizations include venture-capital groups, fintech companies, investors, institutions, and fresh start-ups that are disrupting the MENA region by scaling new businesses across sectors.

MEET OUR PEOPLE

Ali Abid

Ali Abid

dubai

Strategizing infrastructure financing and public-private partnerships (PPP) innovations in emerging markets.

Wajih Abou-Zahr

Wajih Abou-Zahr

dubai

Brings deep experience in telecommunications, helping leading companies win market share, drive top-line growth, and transform.

Maitham Albaharna

Maitham Albaharna

dubai

Leads organizational transformations to improve performance through enhanced talent systems, leadership, and culture helps health.

Tarek El Sayed

Tarek El Sayed

riyadh

Supports CEOs, senior executives, and government leaders on a range of strategic and organizational topics.

Samvit Kanoria

Samvit Kanoria

doha

Leads work in real estate and infrastructure in the Middle East and is the global leader for institutional investors.

Fadi Najjar

Fadi Najjar

kuwait

Advises financial and public-finance clients in the Middle East and North Africa on growth, turnaround strategies, and end-to-end transformations.

CAREERS

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Working with Ellwaa

A career at Ellwaa is an opportunity to work with remarkable people, help shape the growth of the Middle East and its most important institutions, and learn and grow constantly. We welcome applications from recent graduates and experienced professionals.

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OUR LOCATIONS

Abu Dhabi

2304 International Tower, Capital Center, Al Karamah Street, P.O Box 52093, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

24.4209° N, 54.4375° E

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