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We approach each audit with sharp thought, straight talk and common sense. In addition to verifying that financial results are fairly presented and meet...

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Statutory Audit
We conduct an integrated audit, which combines the financial statement audit,independent and objective assurance on financial information, transactionsand processes.
Limited Review
We offer services relating to reviews of historical financial informationby expressing negative assurance on such historical financial information.
Agreed Upon Procedures
We engage with organisationsto perform specific procedures and report findings to conform to their needs.
Financial Reporting Advisory Services (FRAS)
Our team provides timely advice on the impact of accounting changes to assist businesses in the development of an appropriate implementation roadmap.

Advisory

As your business grows, our advisory services are designed to help you achieve your goals. Successful growth often means navigating a complex array of...

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Business Consulting
Grant Thornton UAE provides organisations with implementable plans that drive sustainable growth strategies to grow and optimise their business performance.
Business Risk Services
Organisations need to understand risks thoroughly to be able to manage them better. Grant Thornton UAE helps businesses achieve the best balance between minimising risk exposure, optimising profitability and developing compliance review checklists.
Regulatory Advisory Services
Grant Thornton UAE's extensive understanding of the overarching supervisory framework within the region equips our professionals to support financial institutions comply and abide by the set of regulatory mandates throughout the rapidly evolving ecosystem.
Financial Advisory
Grant Thornton UAE works with organisations on transactions from start to finish, assisting with strategy, identifying risks, executing deals, and helping to unlock their potential for growth and value creation.
Restructuring Advisory
Grant Thornton UAE is committed to realising value for shareholders, in a way that recognises and supports the interests of all stakeholders. Our solutions maximise value, provide clarity and direction, and accelerate recovery and transformation for businesses.
Technology Advisory & Cybersecurity
IT and technology are fundamental to drive the performance of businesses. Through leveraging the power of technology, Grant Thornton UAE helps organisations define and identify growth opportunities to achieve value-driven transformation and innovation.
Forensics
Fraud and corruption pose a growing challenge worldwide. As the commercial landscape changes, an increasingly regulated environment requires stringent governance and compliance processes. Grant Thornton UAE helps organisations navigate challenges and crisis with a hands-on approach coupled with the use of technology.
ESG Services
The Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) agenda has gained significant traction over the years, to become one of the key strategic aspects of any business. It is imperative that all organisations, irrespective of industry sector, engage with their stakeholders and prioritise ESG practices to unlock sustainable growth opportunities.
Business Process Solutions
Our team at Grant Thornton offers comprehensive and cost effective outsourced solutions, enabling stakeholders and business owners to focus on their core business goals.

Tax

Tax policy reforms and the introduction of new tax regulations across the GCC are creating huge challenges for organisations. Grant Thornton UAE offers a...

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Corporate Tax
Our diversified team of corporate tax subject matter experts combines a perfect blend of international experience across several industry sectors, technical expertise, and commercial nuances with a commitment to deliver exceptional value to your business.
VAT
The VAT team at Grant Thornton is well versed with the VAT Laws applicable across the region and holds valuable experience and professional accreditation in assisting clients across diverse industries to comply with the VAT obligations.
Transfer Pricing
Grant Thornton UAE assists its clients in providing transfer pricing solutions that are implementable and operational, considering the facts and concerns of its clients.
International Tax and Tax Due Diligence
Grant Thornton UAE supports multinational groups to optimise their tax structures. We can also assist businesses in analysing existing group transactions and inter-group supplies, as well as advising on potential implications of various taxes to facilitate an efficient Group tax structure.
Economic Substance Requirements
Economic Substance rules were introduced in the UAE in 2019, requiring UAE businesses that undertake certain ‘Relevant Activities’ to maintain and demonstrate adequate substance.
Customs and International Trade
The team at Grant Thornton is positioned centrally to assist the businesses with global cross-border tax structuring, planning and compliance needs.
Excise Tax
We provide Excise Tax related advisory and compliance services to the producer, importer, and the storekeeper of excisable goods

China desk

Helping Chinese businesses navigate the Middle East with strategic advice on partnerships, market entry and cross-border operations, backed by deep regional...

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Global India growth hub

Supporting high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs and businesses of Indian origin with tailored guidance on market entry, regulatory compliance and...

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Welcoming Switzerland/Liechtenstein & Channel Islands

Grant Thornton expands its multinational platform with more member firms, enhancing cross-border services across three continents through investments in technology, people, and quality.

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China desk

Helping Chinese businesses navigate the Middle East with strategic advice on partnerships, market entry and cross-border operations, backed by deep regional insight.

Global India growth hub

Supporting high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs and businesses of Indian origin with tailored guidance on market entry, regulatory compliance and sustainable growth in the UAE.

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TAX Tax newsletter - May 2025

In our May 2025 edition of GT’s regional monthly Tax Newsletter, we provide the latest Tax news updates affecting International Tax, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Indirect Taxes in the UAE and across the Middle East region.

1 min read | 30 May 2025

ADVISORY Consumer protection and market conduct series (Part 2 of 3)

This second installment in our three-part series examines the crucial impact of effective complaints handling on Licensed Financial Institutions (LFIs). We aim to provide valuable insights into conduct risk management and how LFIs can strengthen their control frameworks to meet the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE)’s Consumer Protection Regulation and Standards. GT UAE offers expertise in navigating the evolving regulatory landscape and the complexities of maintaining ethical standards while addressing consumer protection and market conduct risks.

2 min read | 27 May 2025

TAX Tax Alert – Amendments to the investment fund structures

The Ministry of Finance has announced significant updates to the existing Cabinet Decision in relation to Qualifying Investment Funds and Qualifying Limited Partnerships, with the release of Cabinet Decision No. 34 of 2025 which has replaced Cabinet Decision No. 81 of 2023.

6 min read | 02 May 2025

TAX Tax Newsletter - April 2025

In our April 2025 edition of GT’s regional monthly Tax Newsletter, we provide the latest Tax news updates affecting International Tax, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Indirect Taxes in the UAE and across the Middle East region.

1 min read | 30 Apr 2025

TAX Tax Alert – Transfer Pricing adjustments and interplay with VAT

The transfer pricing provisions in the UAE Corporate tax law impose an obligation on UAE taxpayers to determine the pricing of related party transactions in accordance with the Arms’ Length Principle (‘ALP’). Failure to comply with the ALP will warrant Transfer Pricing (‘TP’) adjustments.

5 min read | 29 Apr 2025

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18 Jun 2025

Grant Thornton multinational platform to expand to include Switzerland/Liechtenstein and the Channel Islands

CHICAGO, ZURICH and JERSEY, June 17, 2025 — Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (Grant Thornton Advisors) today announced agreements to expand the multinational platform it formed in January with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform will now include Grant Thornton Switzerland/Liechtenstein and Grant Thornton in the Channel Islands (known as Grant Thornton Limited, Channel Islands).

23 Apr 2025

Grant Thornton UAE to join multinational platform led by Grant Thornton Advisors LLC

Dubai, UAE & Chicago, IL, US; April 23, 2025 — Grant Thornton UAE today announced that it has reached an agreement to unite with Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (Grant Thornton Advisors). Through the agreement, Grant Thornton UAE will join the multinational platform that Grant Thornton Advisors initially created earlier this year with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform was established with the backing of an investor group led by New Mountain Capital, a growth-oriented investment firm with approximately $55 billion in assets under management. The expanded platform will continue to be part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which comprises member firms in more than 150 markets worldwide.

10 Feb 2025

Grant Thornton UAE opens in Sharjah

SHARJAH, 10th February, 2025 (WAM) - Grant Thornton UAE, one of the leading financial services companies, has announced the opening of its new office in Sharjah, in a step that represents a significant milestone in the company’s growth journey and its commitment to serving its clients in the Northern Emirates and across the UAE.

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