Facebook-f Instagram Linkedin-in
BCL Globiz Logo
BCL Globiz Logo
Consult Now
BCL Globiz Logo
BCL
Consult Now

UAE Business Setup & Accounting

Your Business, Your Choice:
UAE's Top Setup & Accounting Firms Compared

BCL Globiz brings together company formation, Accounting, VAT, and corporate tax under one roof, so your business is compliant, financially sharp, and built to grow from day one. `

See the comparison

Who We Are

UAE's Accounting & Tax specialists

BCL Globiz Accounting & Consulting L.L.C. is part of the BCL Group, registered with the Dubai DED (Licence No. 1072657). We specialise in company formation, bookkeeping, VAT, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and AML compliance, all under one roof. 

Our 300+ professionals (Chartered Accountants, CPAs, and company secretaries) serve businesses at every stage, from startups registering their first trade licence to multinationals managing complex cross-border tax obligations.

Accounting included free in every plan

Monthly bookkeeping, reconciliations, Management Information System (MIS) reports, and year-end closing bundled at no extra charge.

Transparent, published pricing

All packages listed online: AED 400 to AED 1,200/month. No surprises before the first call.

Dedicated team, 24×7 reachable

Dedicated accountant, manager, consultant, and dedicated WhatsApp group, plus monthly review calls, all included.

Transfer Pricing: in-house, not outsourced

Benchmarking, local-file TP study reports, and OECD-aligned disclosure. Rarely available at this depth in the UAE.

1000+

1000+ Active Clients

30+

Industries Served

94%

Client Renewal Rate

35+

Years of Experience

300+

Experts Globally
Know Your Options

Two trusted names in UAE business services

Before the numbers, here’s a quick sense of where each firm is coming from.

BCL Globiz

A global accounting firm with 35+ years of experience, built around financial depth. From day one, clients get a dedicated accountant, structured VAT and Corporate Tax compliance, and in-house Transfer Pricing expertise, all at a fixed monthly fee. Handle the numbers precisely so business owners don’t have to.

Shuraa

Founded in 2001, Shuraa is one of the UAE’s leading business setup consultancies with 25+ years in the market. They cover the full company formation journey: mainland, free zone, and offshore, alongside PRO services, visa processing, Golden Visa, trade licensing, and bank account opening. Tax and accounting are offered as supplementary services via Shuraa Tax.

Feature-by-feature comparison
Show me what matters for:
Everything
Company Formation
Tax & Accounting

 

BCL Globiz

Shuraa

Primary focus
Accounting & Tax-led

Accounting, VAT, Corporate Tax & Transfer Pricing — with company setup

Company Formation-led
Specialist in business setup; tax & accounting as support services
Company formation
✓
IFZA, RAKEZ, Meydan, SPC, SHAMS, Ajman + Dubai Mainland
Specialist strength
Mainland, free zone & offshore — full UAE coverage
Accounting & bookkeeping
Core — included free
Bundled in all plans; dedicated team, monthly MIS reporting
Available

Offered via Shuraa Tax; not bundled with setup packages by default

VAT & tax compliance
Included in plans
Registration, quarterly filing & advisory from Grow tier upward
Available
FTA-certified consultants; VAT & corporate tax advisory offered
Corporate Tax advisory
Specialist service
Corporate Tax registration, computation, return filing & planning
Available
Tax advisory via Shuraa Tax; AI tax assistant (TaxGPT) available
Transfer Pricing
i

Local file documentation is required above AED 200M standalone or AED 3.15B group revenue. Benchmarking studies, however, have no threshold — recommended for any related-party transaction.

In-house specialist
TP study reports, benchmarking, OECD-aligned, Corporate Tax disclosure
Available
Offered via Shuraa Tax; policy design, documentation & dispute resolution
External auditing
Included in plans
Audit-ready financials, file preparation & auditor liaison — built into Advanced tier
Available
External auditing offered; not part of standard setup packages
Transparent pricing
Published online
AED 400–1,200/month; accounting free; 100% refund guarantee
Packages available
Setup packages listed; licence estimator tool on website
Refund guarantee
i

A stated refund window signals confidence in service quality — worth checking directly with any firm before signing.

100% within 3 months
-
No-refunds policy stated in terms & conditions
Our Services

Everything your UAE business needs

From your first trade licence to your annual corporate tax return, BCL covers the full compliance lifecycle.

Accounting & Bookkeeping

Monthly entries, reconciliations, Accounts Payable/Receivable (AP/AR), and full Management Information System (MIS) reporting, included free in all packages.

Company Formation

Mainland Dubai plus IFZA, RAKEZ, Meydan, SPC, SHAMS, and Ajman. Licensing, banking, and investor visas handled end-to-end.

VAT Compliance

Registration, quarterly return filing, refund claims, and ongoing FTA advisory, covered from the Grow tier upward.

Corporate Tax Advisory

Corporate Tax registration, computation, annual return filing, and expert advisory for UAE’s evolving 9% corporate tax landscape.

Transfer Pricing

In-house benchmarking, TP study reports (local file), OECD alignment, and UAE Corporate Tax return disclosures.

Audit-Ready Financials

Audit file preparation, findings remediation, and direct auditor liaison, included in the Advanced tier and above.
Find the Right Fit

Which approach suits your business?

Both firms are reputable. The right choice depends on what your business needs most right now.

BCL Globiz

When financial compliance and tax depth matter from day one

  • Startups & SMEs wanting accounting, VAT, and Corporate Tax covered from the start
  • Growing companies needing transfer pricing or audit-ready financials
  • Multinationals with India–UAE or cross-border tax obligations
  • Businesses that want published pricing and a refund guarantee
  • Founders who want a dedicated expert team, not a generalist helpdesk

Shuraa

When setup speed and PRO services are the priority
  • Entrepreneurs prioritising trade licence and company registration speed
  • Businesses needing extensive visa and PRO support for large teams
  • Clients who want Golden Visa guidance alongside company formation
  • Founders who value a 25-year track record and broad market presence
  • Businesses looking for a one-stop setup consultancy with wide reach
Feature-by-feature comparison

 

BCL Globiz

Shuraa

Primary focus
Accounting & Tax-led

Accounting, VAT, Corporate Tax & Transfer Pricing — with company setup

Company Formation-led
Specialist in business setup; tax & accounting as support services
Company formation
✓
IFZA, RAKEZ, Meydan, SPC, SHAMS, Ajman + Dubai Mainland
Specialist strength
Mainland, free zone & offshore — full UAE coverage
Accounting & bookkeeping
Core — included free
Bundled in all plans; dedicated team, monthly MIS reporting
Available

Offered via Shuraa Tax; not bundled with setup packages by default

VAT & tax compliance
Included in plans
Registration, quarterly filing & advisory from Grow tier upward
Available
FTA-certified consultants; VAT & corporate tax advisory offered
Corporate Tax advisory
Specialist service
Corporate Tax registration, computation, return filing & planning
Available
Tax advisory via Shuraa Tax; AI tax assistant (TaxGPT) available
Transfer Pricing
i
Local file documentation is required above AED 200M standalone or AED 3.15B group revenue. Benchmarking studies, however, have no threshold — recommended for any related-party transaction.
In-house specialist
TP study reports, benchmarking, OECD-aligned, Corporate Tax disclosure
Available
Offered via Shuraa Tax; policy design, documentation & dispute resolution
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to help you decide between BCL Globiz and Shuraa for your UAE business.
It depends on what’s included. BCL Globiz publishes fixed monthly packages from AED 400 to 1,200 with accounting bundled in free, while Shuraa prices company formation and its Shuraa Tax services separately. It’s worth comparing the total cost of setup plus ongoing compliance, not just the licence fee, before deciding.
Yes, with some differences in approach. BCL Globiz bundles company formation with accounting, VAT, and Corporate Tax under one plan from day one. Shuraa specialises in formation and offers tax and accounting as an add-on through Shuraa Tax.
Yes, Shuraa Tax offers Transfer Pricing advisory covering policy design, Local File and Master File documentation, and dispute resolution. BCL Globiz’s Transfer Pricing team is in-house and also covers benchmarking studies and Corporate Tax disclosure support.
Shuraa has broader zone reach, covering free zones across the UAE plus mainland and offshore registration. BCL Globiz covers major zones including IFZA, RAKEZ, Meydan, SPC, SHAMS, and Ajman, alongside Dubai Mainland company formation.
No. Some businesses use one firm for company formation and a separate firm for ongoing accounting and tax compliance. The right approach depends on whether you’d rather have a single point of contact or work with specialists for each function.

Let's talk about your business in the UAE

Get a free consultation with a BCL expert, no commitment, no hidden fees, just clear answers.
Book a Free Consultation
The information on this page is based on publicly available data from both companies’ websites and is intended for informational purposes only. Service details, pricing, and availability may change. We encourage you to verify current offerings directly with each provider. BCL Globiz presents this information objectively and does not intend to demean or disparage any competitor.

Need Help?

We're Here To Assist You

Something isn’t Clear?

Feel free to contact us, and we will be more than happy to answer all of your questions.

We respond within 4 business hours.

Contact Now

WhatsApp