Sharif Group is a Dubai-based advisory platform serving private clients, investors, entrepreneurs and families through three specialised companies: Sharif Star, Sharif Global and Sharif Capital. The Group provides structured guidance across real estate investment, citizenship and residency planning, education advisory and commercial brokerage, with a focus on discretion, reliability and long-term client value.
+10Years of experience
700+Successful CBI cases
100+Successful residency and educational advisory cases
The Group
Three companies. One commitment.
RERA LICENSED
Sharif Star
Real Estate
Sharif Star is the Group's RERA-licensed real estate company in Dubai. It supports clients in selecting residential, commercial and investment properties, including luxury apartments, villas and income-generating assets.
The company combines market research, transaction support and investment insight to help clients identify opportunities in Dubai's property market and benefit from UAE residency pathways connected to real estate ownership.
Sharif Star advisors leverage proprietary market knowledge, established developer relationships and competitive analysis to help clients navigate Dubai's property landscape and identify assets that align with both financial objectives and lifestyle goals.
CITIZENSHIP · RESIDENCY · EDUCATION
Sharif Global
Citizenship, Residency and Education Advisory
Sharif Global is the Group's specialist company for Citizenship by Investment, residency advisory and international education services. It guides clients through program selection, documentation, application preparation and full process management for global mobility and education objectives.
In addition to Dominica and Sao Tome and Principe, Sharif Global advises clients on selected international CBI pathways including Saint Kitts and Nevis, Grenada, Saint Lucia and Nauru. Each program is reviewed according to the client's mobility goals, family structure, eligibility profile and long-term planning requirements.
The company also provides education advisory for families seeking international school and university admissions, including institution selection, document preparation, interview support and application management.
COMMERCIAL BROKERAGE
Sharif Capital
Commercial Brokerage
Sharif Capital is the Group’s commercial brokerage and business facilitation arm, supporting investors, entrepreneurs, and companies through commercial introductions, transaction coordination, market access, and business opportunity development.
The division connects clients across the Middle East and global markets by facilitating strategic partnerships and long-term business relationships. Each engagement is tailored to the client’s strategic goals, market positioning, and expansion objectives, while maintaining Sharif Group’s standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and discreet execution.
Sharif Global · Flagship CBI programs
A trusted advisor for second citizenship.
Dominica
Flagship program
Dominica is one of Sharif Global's flagship programs. With more than a decade of experience and over 700 successful cases, the team has developed strong practical knowledge of Dominica's process, documentation standards and family file preparation. This track record has helped Sharif Global become a well-known and trusted advisor for clients seeking a reliable second citizenship pathway.
São Tomé and Príncipe
Official marketing agent
Sharif Global is also an official marketing agent for the Sao Tome and Principe CBI program. As an emerging and accessible citizenship route, Sao Tome offers investors a timely alternative to more established programs. Sharif Global promotes this opportunity through authorised guidance, clear client assessment and a professionally managed application process.
In addition, we advise onSaint Kitts & NevisGrenadaSaint LuciaNauru
Licenses, Authorisations and Professional Credentials
Authorised. Accountable.
Sharif Star
Sharif Star — RERA License
Sharif Star operates in Dubai's real estate sector with a RERA license, supporting its role in property advisory, brokerage and investment-related services.
Sharif Global
Sharif Global — Sao Tome Marketing Agent License
Sharif Global is an official marketing agent for the Sao Tome and Principe Citizenship by Investment program, allowing clients to receive authorised program guidance through Sharif Group.
CEO Credential
CEO — IMC Credential
The CEO of Sharif Group holds an IMC credential, reflecting professional engagement with international standards, ethics and best practices within the investment migration industry.
The team
The people behind every file.
A multilingual team of advisors, case managers and government liaisons — based in Dubai, working across four continents. Every client mandate is led by a dedicated partner from first call to file close.
25+
specialists across our offices
Ali Sharif
CEO & Founder
A message from our founder
A future where client satisfaction, societal impact and sustainable progress guide every decision.
As the founder of Sharif Group, I, Ali Sharif, began this journey with a clear mission: to create meaningful value for our clients and business partners. Today, with the support of a highly skilled and dedicated team, we are proud to have set new standards in investment and second citizenship services, earning a reputation as a trusted leader in the industry.
Over the past few years, our journey has been marked by hard work, growth, and success. We have not only enhanced our services to exceed client expectations but also expanded our global presence by establishing offices in Dubai and London.
Dubai, as a global center of commerce and innovation, and London, as one of the world's most influential cities, have played a key role in our growth. These locations enable us to deliver exceptional service and provide our clients with seamless access to international markets.
Behind every Sharif Global file is a private milestone — the handover that follows months of preparation, documentation and review. Watch a short glimpse of that moment.
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Ali Sharif
CEO & Founder
As the founder of Sharif Group, I, Ali Sharif, began this journey with a clear mission: to create meaningful value for our clients and business partners. Today, with the support of a highly skilled and dedicated team, we are proud to have set new standards in investment and second citizenship services, earning a reputation as a trusted leader in the industry. Over the past few years, our journey has been marked by hard work, growth, and success. We have not only enhanced our services to exceed client expectations but also expanded our global presence by establishing offices in Dubai and London. Dubai, as a global center of commerce and innovation, and London, as one of the world’s most influential cities, have played a key role in our growth. These locations enable us to deliver exceptional service and provide our clients with seamless access to international markets. Transparency and professionalism remain at the heart of everything we do. We believe that dedication and collaboration can drive meaningful changes, and this inspires us daily to pursue our vision: to build a future where client satisfaction, societal impact, and sustainable progress guide every decision. I invite you to join us on this exciting journey. Together, we can create a brighter and more prosperous future.
Official Registration Certificate – Sharif Star Real Estate Broker L.L.C We are proudly registered and licensed by the Dubai Land Department and the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA), under license number 1104715. Our activities include leasing, property brokerage, and real estate buying & selling services. This certification reflects our compliance with Dubai’s real estate regulations and our commitment to operating with transparency, trust, and professionalism.
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