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Audit Firm in Dubai — Approved Auditors for Mainland & Free Zones

SKM International is a chartered accountancy and audit firm based in Al Mankhool, Dubai. Registered with the UAE Ministry of Economy and approved across most major Dubai free zones, we prepare IFRS-compliant audited financial statements for mainland and free-zone companies — delivered by a Big Four-experienced team that has served the UAE since 2006.

Reporting Standards
IFRS ISA
Big Four Experience
KPMG Dubai Deloitte Dubai EY Saudi
Based in Al Mankhool, Dubai — serving mainland (DET) companies and businesses across DMCC, JAFZA, DAFZA, DSO, DIFC and CommerCity.
2006
Serving the UAE Since
MoE
Ministry of Economy Registered
IFRS
Reporting Standard
2,500+
UAE Audits Delivered
About SKM in Dubai

A Chartered Accountancy & Audit Firm in Dubai

SKM International is a Dubai-based firm of chartered accountants and approved auditors, registered with the UAE Ministry of Economy and approved across most major Dubai free zones. We audit mainland and free-zone companies to IFRS, from our office in Al Mankhool, Bur Dubai.

SKM International is an audit firm in Dubai trusted by companies across the emirate since 2006. We are registered with the UAE Ministry of Economy and approved across most major Dubai free zones, and we sign off IFRS-compliant audited financial statements for mainland and free-zone businesses. Led by Managing Partner CA Sushil Malhotra (FCA, CIA-USA, CISI-UK), with Big Four experience at KPMG and Deloitte Dubai and EY Saudi Arabia.

Whether you run a mainland LLC licensed by Dubai Economy & Tourism (DET) or a company in one of Dubai's free zones, an annual audit is part of staying compliant. Here is what a Dubai company needs to know, at a glance:

  • Mainland companies: LLCs and other entities licensed by DET are generally required to keep audited financial statements under the UAE Commercial Companies Law.
  • Free-zone companies: most Dubai free zones require an annual audit by an approved auditor for trade-licence renewal — we are approved across DMCC, JAFZA, DAFZA, DSO, DIFC and CommerCity.
  • Corporate Tax: audited accounts support Corporate Tax filing and Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) status, where applicable.
  • Standard: financial statements prepared to IFRS, audited to International Standards on Auditing (ISA).
  • Local office: we are based in Al Mankhool, Bur Dubai — easy to reach, though most of the audit runs efficiently online.
  • One firm, every filing: mainland, multiple free zones, VAT and Corporate Tax — handled by one team with your timelines confirmed in writing.
Our Services

Audit & Accounting Services in Dubai

A full-service chartered accountancy and audit firm for Dubai companies — from statutory and free-zone audits to tax and advisory.

Statutory & External Audit
Independent audit of your financial statements to IFRS and ISA — for mainland LLCs under the Commercial Companies Law, and for lenders, investors and shareholders who need assured accounts.
Free-Zone Audit
Approved-auditor reports for DMCC, JAFZA, DAFZA, DSO, DIFC and CommerCity companies, prepared in time for your annual trade-licence renewal so it is never held up.
Corporate Tax & VAT
UAE Corporate Tax registration and filing, and VAT compliance — with audited accounts that support QFZP status and tax positions where applicable.
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Outsourced bookkeeping, management accounts and year-end preparation — so your records are audit-ready and your Corporate Tax and VAT filings are accurate.
Business Setup & Advisory
Company formation, feasibility studies and corporate advisory for Dubai mainland and free zones — practical guidance from a team that knows the local regulators.
Liquidation & Closure
Acting as licensed liquidators for mainland and free-zone company closure — liquidator's report, clearances and an orderly wind-up, end to end.
Registered & Credible

A Dubai Audit Firm You Can Verify

Before you appoint an auditor, check they are properly registered. SKM International is registered with the UAE Ministry of Economy and approved across most major Dubai free zones.

How to choose an audit firm in Dubai

A Dubai company's accounts should be audited by a firm that holds a valid UAE audit licence and is registered with the relevant authority. SKM International is registered with the UAE Ministry of Economy and is an approved auditor across most major Dubai free zones. You can confirm any firm's standing with the Ministry or the relevant free-zone authority before engaging it — and we are happy to confirm ours.

Firm NameSKM International — Chartered Accountants
StatusMoE-Registered Audit Firm
ReportingIFRS · ISA

One firm can cover your mainland company and several free zones at once — so you deal with a single team for every filing. Speak to us first: we'll confirm your scope and timeline and quote a fair fixed fee based on your turnover and transaction volume.

Get a Fair, Fixed-Fee Audit Quote in Dubai

Audit fees depend on your turnover and transaction volume — so we quote a fair fixed fee upfront, with no surprises. Send your trade licence and last year's accounts and we'll come back with a clear price and timeline, usually the same business day. No obligation.

Call +971 55 278 9460 Mon–Fri 9–6:30 · Sat 9–3
What to Prepare

Documents for Your Dubai Audit

Having these ready before fieldwork begins is the single biggest factor in a fast, query-free audit. We'll send a tailored checklist when you engage us.

Trade licence (current copy)
Memorandum of Association (MOA) & certificate of registration
Share certificate(s)
Lease / tenancy agreement for the audit period
Trial balance, profit & loss and balance sheet
Bank statements for all accounts, full period
Previous year's audit report (if any)
Passport copy of shareholder / manager
Why SKM

Registered. Big Four Pedigree. On Time.

What separates SKM from a generic Dubai audit firm — the registration, the credentials, and the team behind every engagement.

MoE-Registered
SKM is registered with the UAE Ministry of Economy and approved across most major Dubai free zones — authorised to audit and sign off mainland and free-zone company accounts.
Big Four Background
Managing Partner CA Sushil Malhotra: FCA, CIA (USA), CISI (UK) — with multinational audit experience from KPMG, Ernst & Young and Deloitte.
Mainland & Free Zones
One firm covering DET mainland companies and most major Dubai free zones — DMCC, JAFZA, DAFZA, DSO, DIFC and CommerCity — so a multi-entity group deals with a single team.
Filed On Time
We track your renewal and filing timelines, agree a schedule in writing, and get audited statements ready in time for submission — every year.
Our Process

How Working With SKM Works

Four phases, mapped to your filing cycle. Clear deliverables at each step.

1
Consultation & Quote
Free consultation. We confirm your licence type, financial year-end and renewal date, then issue a written engagement letter and fixed fee before any work starts.
2
Records & Planning
We request your trade licence, ledgers, bank statements and supporting documents, then plan the audit around your business's specific risk areas.
3
Audit & IFRS Statements
Substantive testing and review to ISA standards. We prepare your IFRS-compliant financial statements ready for approval and the auditor's opinion.
4
Sign-Off & Submission
Signed audit report delivered, and we support submission to DET or your free-zone authority in good time for renewal so it proceeds without queries.

Dubai Free Zones We Cover

Approved auditors across most major Dubai free zones — one firm for all your audit filings, whichever zone (or zones) your companies sit in.

Operating Beyond Dubai?

Our UAE Ministry of Economy registration is valid across all emirates, so we audit companies in Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and the Northern Emirates too — handled efficiently online, wherever you are based.

FAQs

Audit Firm in Dubai — Common Questions

The questions Dubai companies ask most before appointing an auditor. Need something specific? Speak to our team.

Is an audit mandatory for companies in Dubai?

For most companies, yes. Mainland LLCs licensed by Dubai Economy & Tourism are generally required to keep audited financial statements under the UAE Commercial Companies Law, and most Dubai free zones require an annual audit by an approved auditor for trade-licence renewal. Audited accounts also support Corporate Tax filing. Send us your trade licence and we will confirm in writing what your company needs.

Is SKM International a registered audit firm in Dubai?

Yes. SKM International is registered with the UAE Ministry of Economy and is an approved auditor across most major Dubai free zones, including DMCC, JAFZA, DAFZA, DSO, DIFC and CommerCity. We are based in Al Mankhool, Bur Dubai, and have served the UAE since 2006.

Which Dubai free zones can SKM audit?

SKM International is an approved auditor across most major Dubai free zones, including DMCC, JAFZA, DAFZA, DSO, DIFC (Category B) and Dubai CommerCity. Because one firm can cover several zones plus your mainland company, a multi-entity group can deal with a single team for every filing.

What standards do you audit to?

We prepare financial statements to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and audit them to International Standards on Auditing (ISA). These are the standards accepted by UAE mainland authorities, free-zone authorities, banks and the Federal Tax Authority.

Where is your Dubai office?

Our office is at Office 102, Al Tawhidi Building, Al Mankhool, Bur Dubai. We are open Monday to Friday 9:00AM to 6:30PM and Saturday 9:00AM to 3:00PM. Most of the audit runs efficiently online, so you can work with us easily wherever you are in Dubai or the wider UAE.

Does a new or zero-turnover Dubai company still need an audit?

In most cases, yes. Many free zones require audited financial statements for every financial year, even for a dormant or zero-turnover company. The exact requirement depends on your licence type and free zone. Send us your trade licence and we will confirm in writing what your company needs to do.

Can one firm handle my mainland and free-zone companies?

Yes. SKM International audits mainland companies under the Commercial Companies Law and free-zone companies across most major Dubai free zones. A group with several entities can use one team for every audit, plus Corporate Tax and VAT, with all timelines coordinated together.

How much does an audit cost in Dubai?

Audit fees depend on the size and complexity of your company's financials — turnover, number of transactions, group structure and the state of your records all matter. We provide a fair, transparent fixed-fee proposal up front, with no surprises. Send us your trade licence and last year's accounts for a quote.

Looking for an Audit Firm in Dubai? Let's Talk.

Mon–Fri 9:00AM–6:30PM  |  Sat 9:00AM–3:00PM  |  Office 102, Al Tawhidi Building, Al Mankhool, Dubai UAE