Fees for the Cash Dividends Distribution Service are as per the published AD CSD Services & Fees schedule. Please refer to the official schedule for detailed information on applicable charges.
The Cash Dividends Distribution Service offered by Abu Dhabi Depository (AD CSD) provides a secure, efficient, and fully compliant mechanism for distributing cash dividends to shareholders of both public and private companies. Leveraging advanced electronic systems and robust settlement processes, the service ensures accurate, timely, and transparent dividend payments while maintaining strict adherence to all regulatory requirements.
AD CSD manages the complete dividend distribution cycle, including the receipt of payment instructions from issuers, verification of shareholder entitlements, direct transfer of funds to registered bank accounts, and handling exceptional cases such as undelivered or unclaimed payments. By centralizing this process, the service enhances operational efficiency, upholds corporate governance standards, and reinforces shareholder confidence.
A suite of secure and efficient solutions designed to streamline cash dividend distribution, ensure accurate shareholder payments, and maintain full regulatory compliance.
Payment Instruction Management
Receiving and validating dividend payment instructions from companies, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Shareholder Entitlement Verification
Confirming shareholder eligibility and calculating dividend entitlements in line with the official shareholder register.
Funds Transfer and Settlement
Issuing secure and timely dividend payment transfer orders for execution to shareholders’ registered bank accounts through designated banking channels.
Management of Exceptional Cases
Administering undelivered, rejected, or unclaimed payments in full alignment with legal and regulatory provisions.
Regulatory Compliance and Reporting
Ensuring strict adherence to applicable laws and regulations while providing issuers with comprehensive reconciliation, audit trails, and distribution reports.
Shareholder Support Services
Providing shareholders with dedicated support for inquiries related to dividend payments, settlement status, or exceptional cases.
Abu Dhabi Depository Fee ScheduleCash dividend distributions are carried out in accordance with AD CSD rules and approved operational procedures to ensure accuracy, transparency, and full regulatory compliance. The process includes:
The documents required for processing cash dividend distributions may vary depending on the nature of the company and distribution. Generally, the following documents are required:
AD CSD may request additional documentation as necessary to ensure full regulatory, legal, and operational compliance.
To utilize the Cash Dividends Distribution Service, issuers and authorized representatives can submit a request to AD CSD via the mail: [email protected]
