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Ali is a Partner based in the firm’s Dubai office, where he oversees UAE operations and Nomadic, Fragomen’s short-term travel service line dedicated to addressing the unique needs of today’s mobile workforce, in the Middle East. As part of Fragomen’s Middle East and North Africa (MENA) leadership team, Ali plays a pivotal role in shaping the firm's strategic direction across the region.

Ali is also a key member of Fragomen’s regional government advisory team, collaborating closely with government and semi-government entities to conduct benchmarking, comparative analyses and research initiatives that help drive immigration policy development. His insights support policymakers in enhancing regulatory frameworks and improving immigration processes across the region.

In addition to his government advisory work, Ali partners with large multinational organizations to develop and refine global business travel policies, ensuring compliance with evolving immigration regulations. He provides strategic counsel on broader immigration matters, including compliance, risk management and policy optimization. Ali is an active contributor to thought leadership, frequently sharing insights through local and regional publications, and is also a member of several business and mobility forums and discussion groups. He also oversees Fragomen’s MEA Private Client Practice, designed to provide tailored residency and RCBI solutions to individuals seeking to reside in the region and beyond.

Ali represents Fragomen at high-profile regional and global conferences, forums and industry initiatives, reinforcing the firm’s position as a leader in immigration advisory services.

Prior to his current role, Ali was part of a multinational consulting firm, where he managed its Middle East immigration practice. Ali also previously headed the mobility program for the Americas for one of the world’s largest multinational conglomerates. His previous experience at Fragomen includes working within Fragomen’s Global Knowledge group and the Middle East Coordination team, further deepening his understanding of the region’s immigration landscape.

Ali speaks English and Urdu.

Ali represents Fragomen at high-profile regional and global conferences, forums and industry initiatives, reinforcing the firm’s position as a leader in immigration advisory services.

Prior to his current role, Ali was part of a multinational consulting firm, where he managed its Middle East immigration practice. Ali also previously headed the mobility program for the Americas for one of the world’s largest multinational conglomerates. His previous experience at Fragomen includes working within Fragomen’s Global Knowledge group and the Middle East Coordination team, further deepening his understanding of the region’s immigration landscape.

Ali speaks English and Urdu.

Education

  • Lahore University of Management Sciences, Bachelor of Science, 2013

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Publications and lectures

Panelist, “Talent Mobility Reimagined: A Preview of the Future.” Fragomen's Middle East & Africa Conference: Vision, Innovation, and Transformation, Dubai, UAE, 12 November 2024.z

Contributor, “Needs of the private sector,” Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD), IOM, Geneva, Switzerland, November 2024

Contributor, Entrepreneur Al Arabiya: "Work visa procedures and their role in the free movement of talent," 2024

Contributor, Khaleej Times: "Charting the course for the business travel industry in 2024," 2024

Speaker, “Navigating the Middle East Crisis,” 8 October 2024

Speaker, GME TV Leaders Live Broadcast, October 2024

Speaker, GME Leaders Exchange F2F, UAE, 1 October 2024

Contributor, GME TV Leaders Live Broadcast, 2024

Contributor, Talent Policy Roundtable 2024, in conjunction with Ministry of Economy, 2024

Speaker, “Immigration Planning – 2023 Trends and Global Mobility,” Cross-Border Planning: Wealth Management Solutions for the New Age Business Family, Dubai, UAE, 26 October 2023

Author, “The true impact of open immigration policies on MENA’s economic growth,” WAMDA, August 2024

Contributor, “Business travel in MEA,” Trends MENA, 2023

Speaker, “Return to Form for Regional Travel,” The Business Breakfast on Dubai Eye, 2023

Speaker, “Sustainable Travel and Key Travel Trends to Watch,” Emirates News on Dubai One TV, 2023

Contributor, “A Deep-Dive into Traveler Volumes in the UAE,” The Media Line, 2023

Speaker, “The Pivotal Role of Technology in Travel,” Talk 100.3 Radio, 2023

Contributor, “UAE-UK Summer Travel Back in Favor as Visa Hassles Ease,” Gulf News, 2023

Author, “Get to know,” Intelligent CIO Arabia, 2023

Author, “The 10 pillars of case-work,” 2021

Author, “UAE’s New Labour Card Rules a Sign of a Maturing Labour Market,” 2019

Speaker, “CIPD Middle East Seminar,” 2019

Ali’s insights

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Fragomen Announces 2026 Partner Class and Counsel ElevationsRead more

November 20, 2025 | Blog post

UAE Updates Residency Rules to Support Residents Following Marital Status ChangesRead more
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November 20, 2025 | Blog post

UAE Updates Residency Rules to Support Residents Following Marital Status ChangesRead more
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Why Degree Equivalency Matters in the UAE Read more

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November 20, 2025 | Blog post

UAE Updates Residency Rules to Support Residents Following Marital Status ChangesRead more
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Fragomen UAE Ltd.

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Dubai

United Arab Emirates

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January 15, 2026 | Blog post

Why Degree Equivalency Matters in the UAE Read more

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January 15, 2026 | Blog post

Why Degree Equivalency Matters in the UAE Read more

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Why Degree Equivalency Matters in the UAE Read more

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