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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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Navigating tariffs, building resilience.

The current wave of new tariffs has proven both unexpected and unprecedented, with the OECD warning that they could take a “significant toll” on worldwide growth. What began as isolated measures has morphed into an uncertain and complex global trade landscape, with the parameters changing on a near daily basis. And in a world where heavy trade barriers are part of everyday business, the ongoing disruption caused is very real.

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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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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS REPORT Navigating tariffs: Maintaining mid-market resilience amid ongoing uncertainty

In a new Grant Thornton series on trending international insights, we examine the wider impact of tariffs on the mid-market, where a dip in market confidence at the start of 2025 was just the start of more to come. The global economy may suffer further as trade tensions and uncertainty persist, but if there’s a silver lining, its likely to be found in the mid-market – the most resilient and opportunistic segment of the business landscape.

07 Aug 2025

AUDIT Get ready for IFRS 18

IFRS 18: A New Era in Financial Reporting. We are thrilled to announce the release of our latest publication on IFRS 18, the new standard transforming financial statement presentation and disclosures. This guide provides practical insights to help businesses navigate the changes and ensures compliance.

1 min read | 30 Jul 2025

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS REPORT Trade in transition: Opportunity in a ‘wait and see’ world

In the next edition of Grant Thornton’s series on trending international insights, we examine how a shifting economic landscape can offer the mid-market an opportunity to grow while their larger counterparts opt to ‘wait and see.’ Our report highlights key trends such as digital trade, supply chain resilience, shifting trade agreements, and the impact of geopolitical uncertainty on international commerce.

23 Jul 2025

FINANCIAL SERVICES Strengthening cross-border financial services capabilities through global integration

Our strategic union marks a new chapter, as we now stand alongside New York, widely regarded as the asset management capital of the Western hemisphere; Cayman Islands, the funds capital of North America; Ireland, Switzerland, and Luxembourg, all funds capitals in Europe; the Channel Islands, the offshore financial services hub of Europe; and the Netherlands and Liechtenstein—both key financial centres in their own right. Read the full article to learn more:

Samer Hijazi

| 4 min read | 18 Jul 2025

ADVISORY Regulatory alert: Strengthening Shari'ah governance in Islamic Windows

The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) continues to demonstrate a robust approach to regulation and supervision across the financial services sector in the UAE. Over the past twelve months, CBUAE enforcement actions have appeared in the headlines more frequently, sending a strong message to the market and emphasising the importance of compliance and consequences of non-compliance. Read the full article to learn more:

4 min read | 15 Jul 2025

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08 Aug 2025

Grant Thornton Netherlands joins multinational platform

Grant Thornton Netherlands has completed the transaction that makes it part of the multinational, multidisciplinary platform established earlier this year by Grant Thornton Advisors LLC — with the support of an investor group led by growth-oriented investment firm New Mountain Capital. This marks a significant milestone in the platform’s expansion, following the completion of earlier transactions with Grant Thornton firms in Ireland, the United Arab Emirates and the Cayman Islands.

30 Jul 2025

Grant Thornton and Auxis join forces to expand advisory practice

CHICAGO and FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA., July 29, 2025 — Grant Thornton, one of the largest brands in professional services, and Auxis, a leader and pioneer in Latin American outsourcing and business modernization services, today announced that they will join forces. By acquiring Auxis, Grant Thornton will enhance its advisory services entity: US-based Grant Thornton Advisors LLC — which provides a range of services centered on strategy, transformation and operations. These include offerings across M&A, technology, finance, operations, sales and marketing, data, AI, cybersecurity and risk. Grant Thornton Advisors LLC also provides a complete slate of tax services.

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).

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