Arabic-Speaking Accountants in the UK for Gulf Business Owners
We will be straightforward with you from the first line, because many firms are not. Our team works in English. What we add is professional Arabic translation — so you get British technical work, and you understand every word of it.
Book a free consultation →The honest answer about language
If you search for an Arabic-speaking accountant in the UK, you will find firms that imply their team speaks Arabic. Ours does not, and we would rather tell you that now than have you find out later.
Here is why it matters less than you might think. English is the language of UK business, of HMRC and of Companies House. Your statutory accounts, your corporation tax return, your VAT return and your correspondence with HMRC must be prepared in English — and, if they are ever challenged, defended in English. An adviser whose strength is conversational Arabic but whose UK technical work is thin is a genuinely bad trade.
What you should insist on instead is that UK-standard work is properly explained to you. That is what we provide: chartered certified accountants doing the technical work in English, with professional Arabic translation so that every letter, every figure and every decision reaches you in Arabic and nothing is lost.
In short: British technical work, explained in your language — rather than one at the expense of the other.
Who we act for
Our Arabic-speaking clients are business owners, investors, landlords and company directors — mostly in the Gulf, some already living in the UK. The pattern is usually one of three.
- Expanding into the UK. A business in Dubai, Riyadh, Doha, Kuwait City, Manama or Muscat opening a UK company to reach the UK and European market.
- Investing in UK property. Residential or commercial, held personally or through an overseas company or foundation — which brings its own registration and verification obligations.
- Already here. An Arabic-speaking owner living in the UK who wants an adviser who will take the time to explain, rather than send a PDF and an invoice.
Country pages: UAE · Saudi Arabia · Qatar · Kuwait · Bahrain · Oman · Dubai residents
What we do
We are appointed as your agent with HMRC and Companies House, which means the letters, the deadlines and the filings come to us.
- UK company formation and Companies House identity verification (Authorised Corporate Service Provider)
- Corporation tax, VAT and PAYE registration and filing
- Bookkeeping, management accounts and year-end statutory accounts
- Double taxation treaty claims for Gulf residents
- UK property: SDLT for non-residents, Non-Resident Landlord Scheme, Register of Overseas Entities
- Capital gains tax on UK property disposals
Our full service list
Personal Tax
Our team of seasoned tax professionals tailors services to meet your specific needs and minimise your liability.
International & Expat Tax
Clear UK tax advice for non-residents and expats worldwide — residence, double taxation and non-resident tax returns.
UK Business Expansion
Set up and run a UK subsidiary or branch from overseas — formation, VAT, payroll and full compliance, handled remotely.
Non-Resident Landlord Tax
Specialist help for overseas landlords — the Non-Resident Landlord Scheme, rental income and non-resident CGT.
Corporation Tax
The UK’s corporate tax legislation is constantly evolving and becoming more complex — we keep you compliant and efficient.
Book Keeping
We understand the intricate dance of numbers that propels your business forward, keeping your records pristine.
Value Added Tax (VAT)
VAT is a general indirect tax included in the price of most goods and services — we handle it end to end.
Payroll
We redefine excellence in payroll and tax services with a comprehensive, reliable suite of solutions.
Accounts
We discuss the accounts with you to help you gain a deeper understanding of your numbers and performance.
Transfer Pricing
A wide range of transfer pricing services aligned with OECD and local guidelines for multinational groups.
Business Valuation
Knowing the true value of your company is crucial for making informed decisions at every stage.
Capital Gains Tax (CGT)
Our CGT services cover property transactions, investment gains, business disposals and more.
Tax Advisory and Planning
Year-round strategic tax structuring, mitigation and proactive compliance planning for UK and international clients.
Management Accounting
Monthly management accounts, KPIs and cash-flow insight to guide decisions.
Company Formation (ACSP)
Incorporation and Companies House identity verification as a registered ACSP.
Business Restructuring
Tax-efficient group restructuring, demergers and succession planning.
Crypto Asset Services
Crypto tax, capital gains, staking and HMRC disclosures done right.
International Advisory
Cross-border tax, treaties and transfer pricing for global growth.
Budget & Variance Analysis
Budgets, rolling forecasts and variance analysis you can steer by.
Healthcare & Medical Professionals
Specialist tax and accountancy for doctors, dentists, locums, pharmacists, clinics and care providers — NHS pension and IR35 expertise included.
Accountants for Doctors
Specialist tax and accountancy for GPs, consultants, locum and resident doctors across the UK.
GP Practice Accountants
Practice accounts, partner profit shares, drawings and NHS pension certificates for GP partnerships.
Accountants for Locum Doctors
Structure, IR35, pensioning locum work and the 2026 locum VAT change.
Accountants for Hospital Consultants
NHS salary, private practice and pension planned together for consultants.
NHS Pension & Annual Allowance
Annual allowance calculations, scheme pays elections and McCloud remedy statements.
Dentist Accountants
Associates and practice owners — status, accounts, goodwill and dental VAT.
Pharmacy Accountants
Community pharmacy, stock and margin, acquisitions and locum pharmacists.
Media, Entertainment & Creative
Accountancy for musicians, actors, filmmakers, influencers and production companies — royalties, creative tax reliefs and irregular income handled.
Construction & Engineering
CIS returns, reverse-charge VAT, job costing and R&D claims for builders, subcontractors and engineering firms across the UK.
Manufacturing
Product costing, stock and WIP, capital allowances and R&D tax relief — accountancy engineered for UK manufacturers.
International Trade — Import & Export
Customs duty, import VAT, postponed VAT accounting, EORI and multi-currency bookkeeping for importers, exporters and e-commerce sellers.
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
Digital records, quarterly updates and the final declaration for landlords and sole traders caught by MTD for ITSA.
Trade Mark Registration & Branding
Clearance searches, Nice classification and UKIPO filing — plus the company-name, domain and brand groundwork behind it.
R&D Tax Relief Claims
Merged-scheme RDEC and ERIS claims prepared, evidenced and defended — built to withstand HMRC scrutiny.
Inheritance Tax & Estate Planning
Nil-rate bands, business and agricultural relief, gifts, trusts and the 2027 pensions change — planned early.
Virtual CFO & Outsourced FD
Monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasting, budgets and board reporting without a full-time salary.
Landlord & Property
Specialist support for UK landlords and property investors — Making Tax Digital, buy-to-let structuring, the 60-day capital gains return and non-resident landlord compliance.
E-commerce & Online Sellers
Accounting for Amazon, eBay, Etsy and Shopify sellers — marketplace VAT, settlement-level bookkeeping, stock valuation and import VAT handled properly.
Hospitality & Restaurants
For restaurants, cafes, takeaways, pubs and hotels — VAT on food and drink, tips and tronc, stock and gross margin, and payroll for shift teams.
Contractors & Freelancers
Limited company or umbrella, IR35 status, the 2026 dividend rate rise and the salary-dividend split — modelled on your actual rate, not a rule of thumb.
Accountants in Guildford
Chartered certified accountants based on London Road in Guildford — year-end accounts, VAT, payroll, corporation tax and Self Assessment for local businesses.
Accountants in Surrey
Accountancy and tax support for businesses and individuals across Surrey — year-end accounts, VAT, payroll, corporation tax and Self Assessment.
UK property and the Register of Overseas Entities
This is the single most common gap we find in Arabic-speaking clients' affairs, and it is not their fault — it is rarely explained at the point of purchase.
Where UK real estate is held through an overseas company, foundation or trust, that entity must register on the Companies House Register of Overseas Entities, disclose its beneficial owners, and have them verified by a UK-regulated agent. Until it does, it cannot sell, let or charge the property. Companies House passes the information to HMRC. TaxDigit is a UK-regulated agent authorised to carry out that verification.
Alongside it: non-UK residents pay higher rates of Stamp Duty Land Tax on residential property in England and Northern Ireland, and rental income falls within the Non-Resident Landlord Scheme, under which tax may be deducted at source unless HMRC approves you to receive rent gross.
Frequently asked questions
Do you speak Arabic?
No — and we would rather say so plainly. Our team works in English, which is the language of UK business, of HMRC and of Companies House, and the language in which your accounts and tax returns must be prepared and, if challenged, defended. What we provide is professional Arabic translation, so every letter, figure and decision is explained to you in Arabic and nothing is lost.
Then why choose you over a firm that does speak Arabic?
Because the technical work is what protects you. An adviser who can chat comfortably in Arabic but has limited UK experience is a poor trade for a Companies House penalty or a failed treaty claim. We are chartered certified accountants, we are an Authorised Corporate Service Provider, and we make sure you understand everything we do through professional translation.
Can I own a UK company as a Gulf national?
Yes. There is no residence or nationality requirement to be a director or shareholder of a UK limited company — the company needs a UK registered office address, not a UK-resident owner. Since 18 November 2025, Companies House identity verification is a legal requirement, and TaxDigit is an Authorised Corporate Service Provider, so we can carry it out for you remotely.
Do you act for clients who are not in the UK?
Yes. Most of our Arabic-speaking clients are based in the Gulf. Onboarding, identity verification, filings and advice are all run remotely through secure systems, and we work around the time difference.
Do you handle UK property for overseas owners?
Yes — including the higher rates of Stamp Duty Land Tax that apply to non-UK resident purchasers, the Non-Resident Landlord Scheme on rental income, and registration and beneficial-owner verification on the Companies House Register of Overseas Entities where the property is held through an overseas entity.
What does it cost?
A fixed annual fee, agreed up front, with no hidden charges. It depends on whether you need formation only or ongoing bookkeeping, VAT, payroll and year-end accounts. We quote before you commit.
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British technical work, explained in your language
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Speak to a UK accountant →Tax, treaty and Companies House references last reviewed July 2026 against gov.uk and HMRC guidance. General information, not advice on your specific circumstances.