Expanding into new markets or managing operations across borders can feel complex – but it doesn’t have to. Whether you’re looking to expand internationally for the first time, grow your global footprint, manage cross-border investments or partnerships, or simply looking for a more joined up global adviser, we’re here to help.
We’re a trusted growth and strategic partner for many businesses and individuals, helping them navigate international, tax and regulatory environments, manage cross-border risks, and achieve their goals at home or overseas. Our aim is to help you do business across borders with confidence.
You’ll work with advisers who speak the same language – literally and commercially – and who understand the legislation in the countries or jurisdictions you’re operating in.
If you’re interested in the UK, explore our dedicated ‘Setting up your business in the UK’ resource hub, which provides practical advice and guidance from our international experts to help you setup and expand into the UK.
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Read moreWhether you are making your first international move, expanding into new markets, or diversifying your investment portfolio, we work alongside you as a trusted adviser and partner. Our role is to simplify complexity, reduce risk, and help you move forward with confidence at every stage of your journey. We support you by:
Expanding or investing internationally brings new opportunities, alongside a broader range of responsibilities. Legal frameworks, financial and tax structures, people considerations, and ethical standards must all be carefully assessed as part of the decision making process. Understanding how these elements interact is key to building a sustainable and resilient approach to going global.
Read more of the considerations for each below
You first need to identify that your product or service is fit for the local market, do you need to adapt your offering thanks to different lifestyles or access to technology?
After that, you then need to consider the regulatory, economic, and legal landscapes.
You also need to consider how will you get there? Do you fully immerse yourself in the local economy by opening an office and employing the local workforce, or do you set up partnerships with local distributors and work from your existing location?
In some countries there is a requirement to have a local partner or a locally registered company.
If you are an international business entering the UK market, or a UK business expanding internally, our expert team is ready to help.
Investing in businesses around the globe can be complicated by owning other assets such as homes in the same or neighbouring countries.
Relocating your investments or moving your home and family to another country, whether it be familiar territory or not, may require restructuring and new management.
Our network of global firms allows us to introduce you to on-the-ground experts who can guide you through the process or deliver the transition through tax jurisdictions for you.
For privately owned businesses, risk is a significant factor in deciding where and how to expand in overseas territories.
Political, economic, social, technological, legal, and environmental factors all need to be considered.
How does your business need to be structured to access capital and be tax-efficient?
We joined the Kreston Global network in 1994 to ensure we could deliver a consistent service to our clients, collaborating with on-the-ground experts or providing market data to decide.
Our network can also help you with central business operations such as payroll and HR, so you can mitigate the risk of non-compliance and achieve a successful overseas operation.
From Hong Kong to Dubai and New Zealand to Switzerland, explore our Kreston Global guest articles.
We offer all the breadth, capability and international expertise you’d expect from a large firm, combined with the responsiveness, personal attention and long-term relationship focus of a smaller one. We take time to get to know you – your goals, ambitions and challenges – and support beyond business and tax advice. Our aim is to build a collaborative partnership and support you through every stage of your journey.
[They] have been able to offer globally focused advice to support our company who have significant trade in both the EU and USA. Kreston Reeves stand out… in the approach taken to really get to know our organisation they are also willing to give considered and evidence based views.
David Woolger, Managing Director of Cerca Magnetics Limited and Magnetic Shields Limited
Global Invacom has worked with Kreston Reeves since 2018 and they are providing a range of audit and advisory support. Michael Cook and his team came in at short notice to a multi-site, multi-country audit reporting to a mainboard listed Group in Singapore. They quickly built a good understanding of our business and sector and we delighted to have them as part of the Global Invacom team.
Matt Garner, Chief Financial Officer, Global Invacom
For Singapore companies, the UK represents the ideal location for businesses with an interest in expanding their operations to Europe, because of confidence and familiarity with language, legal system, and business practices.
Helmi Talib, Managing Partner, Kreston Helmi Talib, Singapore
Latin American investors are attracted by legal certainty, allowing them to project investment results over the long term and feel confident their assets will be protected and private property respected. The UK’s financial institutions offer project financing with lower interest rates and greater flexibility. Language and security are also significant factors.
Francisco Bracamonte, Kreston BSG, Mexico
The UAE-UK financial relationship is built on deep historical foundations. Both are leaders in the fintech revolution, with the UK’s fintech expertise complementing the UAE’s digital transformation agenda. UAE businesses are attracted to the UK for its access to other markets, adding a prestige value, and its global business centre brand. Investors in residential and commercial real estate are also seeking popular and very well-known addresses.
Sudhir Kumar, Senior Partner & Head-Corporate Communications-Kreston Menon, Director-Kreston Global Board, Chair Kreston Middle East
Australian businesses operating in the UK often do so to gain exposure to a market that shares a similar culture and trading environment with Australia. The UK is considered a stable, like-minded business destination with low sovereign risk, making it an attractive option for expansion.
Michael Goodrick, Director, Business and Private Client Advisory, SW Accountants and Advisors, Australia
Kreston Reeves are active in our UK and international development initiatives and contribute regularly to global conferences and publications. We are very lucky to have Kreston Reeves as a member firm. In 2021, we celebrated 50 years of Kreston and remain true to our founders' values of providing responsive, empathetic and personal support to businesses and individuals.
Liza Robbins, Chief Executive, Kreston Global
The Kreston network becomes an important part of the strategy for our international clients, particularly those who wish to establish and develop their UK footprint, or existing UK businesses looking to expand overseas. There is no one-size-fits-all to our approach: We will always scale services to meet your international needs, adapting as your requirements change, always advising to give you opportunity, the best value and absolute peace of mind.
Andrew Griggs, Senior Partner and Head of International
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Kreston Reeves is a full service accountancy firm and we support our clients across the full spectrum of their needs. You can find examples below of some of the related services we often provide to international clients, but this isn’t an exhaustive list. If you are unsure, give us a call and a member of our team can explore opportunities with you.
Whether you are considering setting up a business in the UK, importing goods or supplying services into the UK market, there are a number of issues you must consider.
Explore our 'Setting up your business in the UK' resource hub for more information.
If you are an overseas business looking to setup in the UK, a UK based business seeking to expand internationally, or an individual who spends time or has assets abroad, we have a team to help you.
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Kreston Reeves provides international accounting and advisory services to businesses and individuals operating across borders. The firm supports multinational organisations, companies expanding internationally, and private individuals with overseas assets. Services include global advisory, international tax planning, VAT and duty advice, and global mobility support to help clients manage compliance and financial requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
Kreston Reeves helps organisations plan and manage international expansion by providing strategic advice and access to a global network of experts. This support includes guidance on regulatory requirements, tax planning, and local market considerations. The firm works with trusted professionals worldwide to help businesses enter new markets and operate successfully in different countries.
Kreston Global is an international network of accounting and advisory firms that collaborate to support clients operating internationally. Through this network, member firms work together to provide services across multiple territories and help clients succeed in global markets. The network spans more than 100 countries and enables coordinated support for cross-border financial, tax, and advisory matters.
Membership of the Kreston Global network allows Kreston Reeves to provide clients with access to experienced professionals around the world. Clients benefit from local knowledge of legislation, tax regimes, and government systems, as well as cultural and commercial insights relevant to different markets. This collaboration ensures consistent service standards while delivering advice tailored to local conditions.
Yes. Kreston Reeves provides international tax planning services for businesses and individuals operating across borders. Working with tax specialists in more than 100 countries, the firm supports cross-border tax projects and helps clients understand the tax environments of the countries where they operate or hold assets.
Yes. Kreston Reeves offers specialist advice on international VAT and duty requirements. With global trade becoming increasingly complex, the firm helps organisations understand cross-border VAT obligations and compliance requirements in different jurisdictions.
Kreston Reeves supports international companies establishing operations in the UK by providing guidance on business structures, cross-border transactions, and regulatory requirements. The firm also helps organisations understand tax considerations and operational factors involved in setting up or expanding into the UK market.
