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Kevin is a Practice Leader in Fragomen’s Dubai office, where he oversees operations for the MENA Coordination Center, managing corporate and immigration matters. With more than 20 years of experience, Kevin advises clients on a full spectrum of corporate and immigration programs throughout MENA, with a particular focus on Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

In his role, Kevin provides strategic guidance on corporate immigration compliance, policy development and risk mitigation, ensuring multinational organizations successfully navigate complex immigration landscapes. He has significant experience with large-scale, high-impact projects, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring and workforce mobility strategies across the MENA region. His deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and business needs enables him to deliver tailored immigration solutions to clients across diverse industries.

Before joining Fragomen, Kevin served as Director of Private Client Services at an international law firm, where he advised high net worth individuals and corporate clients on global mobility strategies.

Kevin speaks English and Hindi.

Education

  • University of Wollongong, Masters in International Business, 2005
  • University of Delhi, Bachelor of Commerce, 2001

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Member, of the Australian Business Council

Publications and lectures

Speaker, “China Going Abroad – Navigating Evolving Immigration Trends.” Fragomen, Webinar, 21 January 2025.

Panelist, “Long Term Residency Options - KSA, UAE & Africa.” Fragomen's Middle East & Africa Conference: Vision, Innovation, and Transformation, Dubai, UAE, 12 November 2024.

Panelist, “Connecting Regions: Chinese Multinationals Navigating the business and mobility landscape in Africa and the Middle East.” Fragomen's Middle East & Africa Conference: Vision, Innovation, and Transformation, Dubai, UAE, 12 November 2024.

Kevin’s insights

January 21, 2025 | Webinar

China Going Abroad – Navigating Evolving Immigration Trends webinarRead more

October 16, 2024 | Webinar

Unlocking Opportunities with Saudi Arabia's Premium ResidencyRead more

October 8, 2024 | Conference

Saudi Arabia's Premium Residency EventRead more
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January 21, 2025 | Webinar

China Going Abroad – Navigating Evolving Immigration Trends webinarRead more

October 16, 2024 | Webinar

Unlocking Opportunities with Saudi Arabia's Premium ResidencyRead more

October 8, 2024 | Conference

Saudi Arabia's Premium Residency EventRead more
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January 21, 2025 | Webinar

China Going Abroad – Navigating Evolving Immigration Trends webinarRead more

October 16, 2024 | Webinar

Unlocking Opportunities with Saudi Arabia's Premium ResidencyRead more

October 8, 2024 | Conference

Saudi Arabia's Premium Residency EventRead more
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T:+971 4 8181 712

F:+971 4 429 1392

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Office G01, Ground Floor EIB 4 Building Dubai Internet City PO Box 506626

Dubai DU PO Box 506626

United Arab Emirates

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January 21, 2025 | Webinar

China Going Abroad – Navigating Evolving Immigration Trends webinarRead more

October 16, 2024 | Webinar

Unlocking Opportunities with Saudi Arabia's Premium ResidencyRead more

October 8, 2024 | Conference

Saudi Arabia's Premium Residency EventRead more
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Dubai DU PO Box 506626

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Kevin’s insights

January 21, 2025 | Webinar

China Going Abroad – Navigating Evolving Immigration Trends webinarRead more

October 16, 2024 | Webinar

Unlocking Opportunities with Saudi Arabia's Premium ResidencyRead more

October 8, 2024 | Conference

Saudi Arabia's Premium Residency EventRead more
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Dubai DU PO Box 506626

United Arab Emirates

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January 21, 2025 | Webinar

China Going Abroad – Navigating Evolving Immigration Trends webinarRead more

October 16, 2024 | Webinar

Unlocking Opportunities with Saudi Arabia's Premium ResidencyRead more

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