Whether you’re seeking new investment avenues, deal support or expert guidance on tax and regulatory matters, our bespoke services offer customised support and services across the entire value chain.
Of the estimated 35 million in the Indian diaspora*, a growing number are ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) who are investing and creating wealth overseas.
Our Global Indian programme provides agile and holistic support to navigate the investment landscape and evolving tax, regulatory and compliance needs.
Cross-border expertise
Single point of contact who can facilitate cross-border communications and swiftly and seamlessly guide you through the ever-changing complexities of jurisdictional rules
International footprint
Our presence in key destinations (UK, UAE, Singapore, India, GIFT City, Germany) – and 150 markets globally – allows us to highlight and follow up on investment opportunities.
End-to-end support
Access to our network of ecosystem partners for comprehensive support - Private banks; law firms; Corporate and Fiduciary service providers; immigration, real estate & education consultants
Returning to the UK: What global Indians need to know
A practical guide for global Indians on UK residency, tax planning, the FIG regime, split-year treatment, and long-term wealth and mobility planning.
India–UK CETA: Unlocking trade and investment opportunities
Explore how the India–UK CETA creates new opportunities across trade, investment, services, mobility and supply chains for businesses.
How we can help
Advice and evaluation on countries and programmes that align with your mid-to long-term objectives
Knowledge and experience of the regulatory and tax implications in both India and the country of residence or investment
Presenting investment opportunities, including real estate-led business, in key jurisdictions
Assisting with tax structuring, regulatory compliance, estate planning, deal advisory, M&A tax, and post-deal services
Why Grant Thornton
We put people first to create authentic, long-term relationships built on trust, knowledge and expertise. We have a successful track record of working with UHNWIs, including first-and second-generation promoters, tech entrepreneurs, and large family offices in India, London, Dubai and Singapore.
We are where you are. Our Global Indian programme is focused in key jurisdictions, including India, UK, UAE, Singapore, Germany and Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City).
We give you the answers you need when you need them – with solutions that are agile, holistic and tailored.
Our team in key jurisdictions
Akshay Bhalla
Partner, Head of India Global
Grant Thornton UK
E Akshay.Bhalla@uk.gt.com
Anuj Chande OBE
Partner, Head of South Asia Group
Grant Thornton UK
E anuj.j.chande@uk.gt.com
Nicholas Parkinson
Tax Partner
Grant Thornton UK
E nicholas.parkinson@uk.gt.com
Pallavi Joshi Bakhru
Partner, Family Offices and India-UK Corridor Leader
Grant Thornton Bharat
E pallavi.bakhru@in.gt.com
Anuj R. Kapoor
Partner, Head of M&A and International Tax
Grant Thornton UAE
E anuj.kapoor@ae.gt.com
Adrian Sham
Partner, Tax and Global Mobility Services
Grant Thornton Singapore
E adrian.sham@sg.gt.com
Paresh Kubadiya
Director, FS Tax & Regulatory Practice
SME GIFT City Initiative
Grant Thornton Bharat
E paresh.kubadiya@in.gt.com
Phryni Yiakoumetti Mina
Partner, People, Relocation and Family Office Services
Grant Thornton (Cyprus) Ltd
E phryni.yiakoumetti@cy.gt.com
Manashi Daas
Executive Director & Operations Lead
Global Indian Programme
Grant Thornton Bharat
E manashi.daas@in.gt.com
Michael Tobler
Partner, Corporate International Tax
Grant Thornton Switzerland/Liechtenstein
E michael.tobler@ch.gt.com
Britain Meets India 2025
The report highlights leading UK companies in India, ranked by revenue, growth and employment, showcasing the strong partnership between the two countries.
Global Indian webinar series
Our Global Indian webinar series presents a lineup of expert-led sessions decoding the investment landscape, and evolving tax, regulatory and compliance needs across UK, UAE, Singapore, India, GIFT City and Germany. The sessions are carefully tailored to help Global Indians with cross-border investment, expansion and mobility.