International support
Are you thinking of expanding internationally? We’re here to support you.
Local expertise with global reach
Trading or expanding overseas can open exciting opportunities but it also brings complex financial, tax and compliance challenges. Whether you’re exporting for the first time, setting up an overseas subsidiary, or managing cross-border transactions, you need advice that’s both local and global.
At Cottons Group, we provide practical international accounting and tax advice for SMEs, helping you stay compliant, avoid double taxation, and make confident decisions about operating abroad.
A world of trusted connections
Cottons is proud to be a member of MGI Worldwide, a Top 20 international network of independent accounting, audit and advisory firms. Through this network, we can connect you directly with over 8,800 professionals across 100+ countries.
This gives your business access to local insight in almost any region – from Europe and North America to Asia-Pacific, Africa and the Middle East – all coordinated through your usual Cottons contact.
You’ll get global expertise and responsive service, without the corporate price tag or layers of jargon that often come with large international firms.
How we help businesses trading internationally
Our team supports UK-based and overseas clients with:
- International tax advice – understanding local tax laws, reliefs, and cross-border implications
- Export and overseas expansion – setting up international operations, managing payroll, and meeting local reporting requirements
- Cross-border VAT and compliance – navigating import/export VAT, registration, and documentation rules
- Structuring and growth planning – creating efficient international business structures and profit-repatriation strategies
- Personal international tax support – for owners and directors with overseas income, property or investments
Whether you need one-off support or a coordinated approach across multiple jurisdictions, Cottons will connect you with trusted advisers through our MGI Worldwide network.
Why choose Cottons Group
As a long-established UK firm with international reach, Cottons combines local expertise, global connections and personal service. We make international finance simpler for SMEs — giving you clarity, confidence and continuity no matter where your business goes next.
Talk to our team to discuss your cross-border accounting and tax needs.
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