ADJD Breaks New Ground as Middle East’s First to Accept Digital Currency
The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) has partnered with Al Maryah Bank to introduce AE Coin as a new payment method for judicial services. This move makes ADJD the first government body in the Middle East to officially accept digital currency for legal fees. Moreover, it supports the UAE’s broader vision of digital transformation and fintech integration across public services.
Thanks to this collaboration, users can now pay various court-related fees using AE Coin through the AEC Wallet. This UAE-regulated stablecoin offers a faster, more secure, and fully digital alternative to traditional payment channels. Additionally, the system aligns with Abu Dhabi’s strategy to enhance public service delivery using smart financial tools.
His Excellency Counsellor Yousef Saeed Al Abri, Undersecretary of ADJD, affirmed the initiative’s alignment with national leadership. He stated the move complements efforts led by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan to modernize government functions. Al Abri remarked, “This partnership reflects our dedication to continuously modernise the judicial ecosystem and legal services. By embracing digital currencies, we are integrating the judicial and financial sectors through cutting-edge technology while improving the overall user experience.”
A Fintech Milestone for Public Services
This step forward isn’t just technological it carries significant implications for financial inclusion and access. Omar Al Zaabi, Vice Chairman of Al Maryah Bank, highlighted the broader impact. “Enabling judicial payments via AE Coin not only enhances access to government services but also sets a new benchmark in public-sector fintech adoption,” he said.
Meanwhile, Obaid Al Kaabi, a board member at Al Maryah Bank, emphasized the importance of transparency and trust. “We are proud to support a transformative project that strengthens transparency, trust, and financial inclusion across public services,” he noted.
Furthermore, the initiative has been backed by Mohammed Wassim Khayata, CEO of Al Maryah Bank. He added that, “This initiative is more than technological, it represents the UAE’s values of progress and innovation.” Clearly, the shift to digital currency represents not only a practical enhancement but a symbolic one as well.
AE Coin’s Growing Role in UAE’s Digital Strategy
According to Ramez Rafiq, General Manager of IED Stablecoin the firm behind AE Coin the government’s adoption of this payment method is a turning point for digital finance in the region. As more departments potentially follow suit, AE Coin may become central to future government transactions.
Now that AE Coin is fully integrated into ADJD’s payment system, the UAE is once again setting the pace in digital governance. This initiative paves the way for streamlined services and positions the nation as a leader in modern financial infrastructure. Looking ahead, the partnership may drive even broader adoption of stablecoins in the region, offering citizens and businesses simpler, faster, and more transparent access to public services.
