Dubai skyline at golden hour

Independent Advisory. Dubai.

Structuring Wealth Across Borders

An independent advisory firm in Dubai. We advise individuals, families, and family offices on cross-border structuring, relocation, residency, and banking.

Our team's institutional heritage

Citi
Citigroup
MS
Morgan Stanley
GS
Goldman Sachs
JPM
J.P. Morgan
EY
Ernst & Young US
PwC
PwC
BDO
BDO Saudi Arabia
DSR
Dussur Saudi Arabia
GP
Guggenheim Partners
Citi
Citigroup
MS
Morgan Stanley
GS
Goldman Sachs
JPM
J.P. Morgan
EY
Ernst & Young US
PwC
PwC
BDO
BDO Saudi Arabia
DSR
Dussur Saudi Arabia
GP
Guggenheim Partners

"We bring the rigour, networks, and institutional discipline of the world's leading investment banks, now applied to the private interests of our clients."

Legal AdvisoryAccounting & TaxTax RelocationPremium ResidencyPrivate Banking IntroductionsWealth StructuringWeekly Research
Dubai financial district skyline

Who We Are

Institutional Expertise,
Private Focus

Growth Capital was founded by former investment bankers from Citi, Morgan Stanley, and other leading global institutions, who left the institutional side to advise a small number of private clients directly. We do not manage money and we do not sell products. We advise, and you decide.

Advisory Only

We advise. You decide, and you execute through the banks, custodians, and counsel you choose.

Cross-Border

Structuring, relocation, residency, and banking for families whose affairs span more than one jurisdiction.

Research-Led

Every recommendation rests on published work: a weekly markets roundup and a library of insights anyone can read.

What We Publish

Research, Every Week

Our published work is the record of how we think. Read it before you speak to us.

Institutional Heritage

Institutional Calibre.
Private Discretion.

Our leadership team comprises former senior professionals from the world's most prestigious investment banks and advisory firms.

9
Institutional backgrounds represented on our team
5
Partners dedicated to your wealth strategy
4
Continents our team has operated across

Our partners have held senior positions at

CitigroupMorgan StanleyGoldman SachsJ.P. MorganErnst & YoungPwCGuggenheim PartnersBDODussur

Spanning valuation, risk advisory, digital assets, structured products, and real estate originations.

Request an Introduction

What We Advise On

Structuring and Relocation

Six disciplines, one coordinated brief. Engage one or all of them.

01

Legal Advisory

Expert counsel on corporate structuring, cross border compliance, estate planning, and international regulatory matters across multiple jurisdictions.

Enquire about Legal Advisory
02

Accounting & Tax Advisory

Tax efficient structuring, international accounting, reporting compliance, and strategic advisory to minimise liability while maintaining full transparency.

Enquire about Accounting & Tax Advisory
03

Tax Relocation

Strategic relocation advisory covering jurisdiction analysis, tax comparison, physical transition planning, and domicile establishment in favourable territories.

Enquire about Tax Relocation
04

Premium Residency

Golden Visa applications, investor permits, and long term residency programmes in the UAE and other leading jurisdictions.

Enquire about Premium Residency
05

Private Banking Introductions

Establish premium banking relationships with top tier private banks. We coordinate onboarding, compliance, and relationship introductions.

Enquire about Private Banking Introductions
06

Wealth Structuring

Trusts, foundations, holding companies, and family office frameworks, ensuring your wealth is protected, compliant, and structured for generational preservation.

Enquire about Wealth Structuring

Latest Research

Wealth Strategy8 min read

Is There a UK Exit Tax? What Actually Applies When You Leave

The UK levies no general exit tax on individuals. What follows you instead are two statutory tails plus two charges that apply whether or not you return: UK land disposals, and UK-situs assets for inheritance tax.

28 August 2026Read Article

Insights & Research

Latest Perspectives

Market Intelligence

UAE Wealth Migration

How the UAE compares to the world's leading wealth destinations.

UAE Wealth Migration Statistics (2026)
MetricUAESingaporeSwitzerland
HNWI Net Inflows in 20256,7003,500net outflow of 1,600
Personal Income Tax RateZero per centZero to 22 per centZero to 11.5 per cent cantonal
Capital Gains TaxZero per centZero per centZero per cent for private holdings
Golden Visa ThresholdAED 2 million, approximately USD 545,000SGD 10 million, approximately USD 7.5 millionCHF 1 million plus for lump sum taxation
Millionaire Population Growth over Five Years+78 per cent+62 per cent+12 per cent
Corporate Tax RateNine per cent above AED 375,00017 per cent11.9 to 21.6 per cent

Sources: Henley Private Wealth Migration Report 2025, New World Wealth, Growth Capital Research. HNWI defined as individuals with investable assets exceeding USD 1 million.

Advisers in conversation

Introductions

Every Relationship Begins With an Interview

We work with a limited number of clients and take on new relationships by introduction or application. Tell us about your situation and we will tell you whether we can help.

All communications are strictly confidential.