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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.
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Limited Review
We offer services relating to reviews of historical financial informationby expressing negative assurance on such historical financial information.
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Agreed Upon Procedures
We engage with organisationsto perform specific procedures and report findings to conform to their needs.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Excise Tax
We provide Excise Tax related advisory and compliance services to the producer, importer, and the storekeeper of excisable goods
Strengthening cross-border financial services capabilities through global integration
In the first nine months of 2024, the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) real GDP expanded by 3.7% year-on-year, with the non-oil sector growing by 4.5%. The UAE's financial sector is projected to experience substantial growth in 2025. The UAE's banking sector assets have reached approximately $1.24 trillion, with a forecasted growth rate of 4.7% for 2025. Non-oil sectors have also grown significantly—by 215% and at 58% respectively in 2024.
*These figures reflect a robust economic performance and strong momentum in both financial and non-oil sectors.
This dynamic economic environment, with two major financial hubs in the region—ADGM and DIFC—presents significant opportunities for Grant Thornton’s audit, advisory, and tax services.
Connecting with international financial powerhouses
As the UAE continues to expand its influence as a financial powerhouse, Grant Thornton UAE is joining forces with world-leading financial centres across the globe. This integration is aligned with the UAE’s strategic vision for economic diversification and global financial integration. It expands our global reach and enhances our ability to deliver consistent, high-quality services across key financial centres.
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.
Together, we are creating a seamless bridge between these powerhouse financial hubs, offering clients cross-border solutions with heightened expertise, deeper collaboration, and a more integrated approach to audit, tax and advisory. 
Building a seamless cross-border service network
While Grant Thornton UAE has long benefited from the support of the Grant Thornton International network, comprising more than 76,000 professionals across 150 markets, joining a new platform with key markets solidifies a stronger framework for global cooperation and client service. The firm remains committed to delivering world-class audit, tax and advisory solutions, and fostering a unified approach that will be instrumental in addressing the evolving needs of our clients.
This unification is not simply about expansion—it’s about synergy. The financial sector is already deeply interconnected, and regulatory landscapes are evolving to accommodate cross-border investments. By unifying our operations, we ensure our clients are supported by and have access to a fully integrated team that understands the nuances of international markets while delivering region-specific insights tailored to their unique needs.
In addition, the UAE is uniquely positioned in the global landscape, with both mainland and “offshore” regulatory regimes. This integration will grant us greater access to intelligence and benchmarking insights, while we continue to work closely with the supervisory authorities such as the Central Bank of the UAE, the Securities and Commodities Authority, Abu Dhabi Global Market and Dubai International Financial Centre.
Empowered by a global platform
As financial markets continue to embrace digitisation, our integrated network—which includes over 13,000 professionals across more than 60 offices—enables us to leverage emerging technologies, data analytics, and industry-leading solutions that drive efficiency and transparency in asset management, banking and insurance, digital assets and other asset classes.
We are better equipped to navigate complex regulatory frameworks, structure international investments, and provide our clients with holistic financial strategies backed by teams in multiple jurisdictions.
Future-ready finance: Innovation without borders
The financial world is no longer bound by borders. With almost 60 years of excellence in professional services, Grant Thornton UAE is positioned to lead the charge in providing seamless solutions across global markets.
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Samer Hijazi Samer has extensive experience leading complex audit engagements for global investment banks, FTSE 100 banks, sovereign wealth funds, investment managers, international and local banks. He has directed the audit of financial services teams of clients that have multi-location operations, in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East.View Profile
