The UAE offers expats an unbeatable lifestyle with tax-free earnings, world-class amenities and lucrative investment opportunities. But as amazing as it all sounds, traversing the financial landscape successfully here can get tricky without the right support.
Whether you’re a young professional just starting out, a family putting down roots, or gearing up for retirement, having an expert on your side can make all the difference in securing the future you want.
We’ll help you create a strategy that maximises your earning potential during your time in the UAE. Whether you’re staying long-term, moving to another country, or planning to repatriate, a clear financial plan ensures you’re ready for whatever’s next.
Let us take the guesswork out of your finances, speak to a trusted expat financial adviser today.
Firstly, a financial adviser will understand your financial obligations. Many of our advisers live or have lived in the UAE or abroad, so they know your situation from first-hand expat experience. For example, just because the UAE doesn’t tax your income doesn’t mean other countries won’t. We help you understand your requirements when it comes to cross-border tax complexities, as well as how best to build savings and invest your hard-earned money.
The right investment strategy can help you make the most of your time in the UAE, whether it’s saving for retirement or growing your wealth. We create custom investment strategies for our clients, which take advantage of opportunities in the UAE and global markets. Whether you’re a first-time investor or have a seasoned portfolio, we’ll help you make smart, informed decisions.
Living in the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region can bring many benefits, but many challenges too. Many institutions people take for granted in their home countries don’t work the same way in the UAE. For example, pensions, education, healthcare and insurance can often be difficult to source.
Whether you’re staying abroad long-term, moving on, or eventually repatriating, a clear financial plan ensures you’re prepared for what’s next.
In a 2024 survey of UAE nationals and expats, 63% of respondents said they’d be inclined to seek professional financial advice in order to reach their financial goals, according to National Bonds.
The thought of spending your entire life working, only to see a significant portion of your wealth go to taxes, can be frustrating. Fortunately, we can help to reduce or even eliminate this tax burden.
Retirement planning is about maintaining the lifestyle you’ve worked so hard to achieve, even when your salary stops. After all, it’s not what you save, it’s when you start saving that matters.
From updating your tax status to preparing for tax liabilities on existing investments, we can help prevent a large chunk of your wealth from falling into the hands of the tax man.
Mortgages can be complicated. But Skybound will search hundreds of options to find the most suitable mortgage for you and your individual needs. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, moving home or looking for a re-mortgage, we’ve got you covered.
When it comes to your pension, you have lots of options. From leaving your pension in the UK to transferring your UK pension into a QROPS — we can support you in making the right financial decisions for your future.
A bond is a vital part of any well-balanced portfolio and can provide a good source of income. Establishing a portfolio bond is a straightforward process, which Skybound Wealth can guide you through.
At Skybound Wealth, we craft expat-specific expertise for those living in Dubai, the wider UAE and further afield. We understand that no two clients are the same, that’s why we offer advice tailored to your goals, lifestyle and future plans.
We have a proven track record of success; our team has helped thousands of expats secure their financial futures, earning a reputation for trust and reliability. After all, we’ve been offering bespoke financial advice for expats for over 20 years. With expert, independent financial advice tailored for your circumstances, you can be confident in the choices you're making with your money.
Combining a wealth of experience, with global coverage and local knowledge, we provide global, client-conscious financial advice for a vast array of clients with different needs.
Chisom Obiora
Dubai - UAE (IA)
I have worked with Chris Ellis for a long time. He is great at what he does and always very responsive. I would highly recommend him any day.
Emmanuel
Dubai - UAE (IA)
Chris was really helpful in dissecting the financial plan, goals and projected achievements/results. He really articulated each and every aspect of my portfolio and advised so well on the way forward to have a better investment and the opportunities I could Venture on.
Esther Ouma
Dubai - UAE (IA)
I have had the privilege of working with Mr Christopher Ellis (Senior Advisor Skybound Wealth Management) as my Financial Advisor for several years, firstly, when I held a Premier Plan with Friends Provident International (now matured and surrendered on 3 February 2021) and a financial investment under Flex Global (on-going). I would like to state right at the outset that I have complete confidence and trust in Christopher’s financial advice and guidance. I have benefited from the passion, knowledge, and genuine interest that he continues to exhibit in guiding me through my financial investment journey. He has been very proactive in his approach to making me understand the situations and different scenarios in the financial markets. Christopher has consistently kept me abreast of the changes in the financial markets and guided me in making sound investment options. I appreciate his deep understanding of the markets, his analytical skills, and forthrightness at enabling me understand the intricacies and risks, particularly during the early days of the COVID 19 when there was uncertainty and fear due to the significant volatility experienced in the financial markets. He has communicated the problems and gaps in my financial plans and offered solutions that I understand as a lay person. I highly appreciate the regular and well-planned review sessions that confirm my confidence in his guidance. I always look forward to the various one to one policy review sessions that he handles holistically, including analysis of market trends, gauging my understanding, and exposing me to aspects of my portfolio that I would not otherwise understand. I believe strongly that my investment portfolio with Friends Provident International was properly structured with timely reallocation of assets whenever goals changed. I can state with confidence that Christopher is familiar with me as a client and can easily detect when I have concerns. Finance is not one of my strongest areas and I am a very cautious person. Therefore, I really do appreciate the fact that he is able to break concepts down to the extent that gives me the courage to walk my financial journey. As recent retiree, I look back with nostalgia and satisfaction at the interest Christopher took at my impending retirement. While I understood clearly that the markets were sometimes volatile and this could impact negatively on my investments, his reassurance and encouragement at taking risks helped calm my anxieties and apprehensiveness. I am very happy with Christopher’s services and happy that I am working with a financial adviser who is interested in my needs and understands me fully as client.
Don’t leave your financial future to chance. Our experienced advisors are committed to providing top-tier service and clear, actionable advice. Reach out to us today to schedule a consultation or to learn more about how we can help.
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