Affilica International

What Affilica International does

Affilica International is a London-headquartered alliance network that connects independent professional services firms — accountants, auditors, lawyers, tax experts, and business consultants — across more than 100 countries for the purpose of cross-border client referrals. The organization operates as a referral coordination platform: independent member firms display the Affilica brand and receive out-of-country work originating from other members or from prospective clients who contact Affilica directly through its website directory. End-clients reached through the network include individuals and families with cross-border needs (property purchase, inheritance, residency-related tax), corporates with multi-jurisdictional requirements, and NGOs and donor-funded programs whose mandates require internationally affiliated professional advisors.

The alliance is delivered through three core components. First, the Affilica membership and brand, which members display on email signatures, business cards, and websites as an international-credibility signal. Second, the proprietary "In Practice Audit File: The Cost-Effective Method" software, which is licensed to independent audit firms in 34 countries and contains embedded links that route users into the Affilica member directory. Third, the Affilica Update e-magazine, distributed to a stated circulation of approximately 20,000 accountants and lawyers in 100+ countries and used as the principal top-of-funnel marketing channel. Affilica also runs a recurring seminar programme hosted in cities including London, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Hamburg, Barcelona, Johannesburg, New Delhi, and Kuala Lumpur to facilitate in-person member networking.

The revenue model is subscription-based: member firms pay annual dues (pricing is not publicly disclosed) in exchange for cross-referral access, brand affiliation, and software distribution. Go-to-market relies on member-driven word-of-mouth, e-magazine visibility, and inbound enquiries routed through the Affilica website. The coordination entity itself is small (firmographic headcount range 11–50, CEO Jaffer Manek based in the UK), while the documented network extends to roughly 20+ named member firms across the Middle East, South Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, Europe, and North America. There is no evidence of external investment, parent company control, or institutional shareholders in the input data.

Name

Affilica International

Legal name

Affilica International

Website

https://affilica.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Affilica International is a London-based alliance of independent accounting, audit, law, and consulting firms across 100+ countries facilitating cross-border client referrals. It is supported by audit software used in 34 countries, a 20,000-subscriber e-magazine, and membership subscription revenue.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Services Network

akta.pro primary industry

Intercompany & Consolidation Support (Eliminations, Group Reporting Support) (BPAAAGAG)

Keywords

• Professional services alliance
• Cross-border referrals
• Accounting network
• Law firm alliance
• International referral network

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Affilica International generates revenue through membership fees charged to independent accounting, audit, law, tax, and business consulting firms that join the alliance. Members pay for the right to display the Affilica logo, receive referrals for out-of-country work, and benefit from the international network credibility.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Affilica International operates an alliance of independent professional firms (accountants, auditors, lawyers, tax experts, and business consultants) across 100+ countries that refer clients' out-of-country professional work to each other. The alliance is supported by a proprietary audit software tool (In Practice Audit File) used in 34 countries and a keep-in-touch e-magazine circulated to 20,000 professionals. Members pay subscription fees to display the Affilica brand and gain access to cross-border client referrals.

Product overview

Affilica International is a single unified offering comprising an international alliance network of independent professional firms (accountants, auditors, lawyers, tax experts, and business consultants) who refer out-of-country professional work to each other. The network is supported by three core components: the Affilica International Alliance itself as the main referral network service, the proprietary In Practice Audit File software (used by audit firms in 34 countries with embedded member access links), and the Affilica Update E-Magazine (circulation to 20,000 professionals). The portfolio functions as an interconnected system where member firms gain international credibility, generate client referrals, and access a digital platform for professional collaboration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• In Practice Audit File: The Cost-Effective Method: Proprietary branded software developed by Affilica International, used by independent audit firms in 34 countries to conduct audit work and facilitate contact with Affilica members.

Products and services

• Affilica International Alliance Membership Subscription-based membership in an international alliance of independent professional services firms (accountants, auditors, lawyers, tax experts, business consultants) who refer out-of-country professional work to each other. Members gain international credibility and access to cross-border client referrals.
• In Practice Audit File: The Cost-Effective Method Proprietary audit software developed by Affilica and used by independent audit firms in 34 countries. The software contains embedded links that allow users to rapidly contact Affilica member firms.
• Affilica Update E-Magazine

Quantifiable outcome

• One member firm reportedly secured approximately US$0.4 million in new fees through an Affilica referral for 1,350 apartment legal work
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers21 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• MuAz Accountants LLCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in Afghanistan providing professional services to individuals, startups, companies, NGOs and donor funded programs. Specializes in charity, logistics, and telecom sectors. Languages: English, Urdu, Dari, Pashtu, Panjabi, Hindko. Founded 2014.
• AMD Chartered AccountantscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in UAE providing accounts, audit, company formation, corporate finance, management consultancy, M&A, and tax services. Industry specialization includes construction, FMCG, IT, real estate. Founded 2010. Membership since February 2023.
• Abstract Accounting & AuditingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in UAE providing international financial advisory, audit assignments, cross-border compliance, tax structuring, and capital advisory. Founded 2018. Membership starting December 2025.
• AAN & CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in Uganda providing business plans, feasibility studies, and joint venture agreements. Industry focus on automobiles, hotels, pharmaceuticals, mining, manufacturing. Founded 2016.
• Professional Accountants On BoardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in South Africa providing financial solutions for SMEs including corporate recovery, agriculture, automobiles, construction, food processing, pharmaceuticals. Founded 2012.
• Emerging Business Solutions GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in USA specializing in finance and business management solutions for small businesses with niche in film tax credit consulting. Has helped secure tax credits for more than 500 film productions. Founded 2003.
• The GKP PartnershipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in UK providing audit, compliance, bookkeeping, payroll, business strategy, wealth management for e-commerce, charity, non-profit, owner-managed SMEs. Over 50 years experience. Founded 1975.
• OJC & AssociatescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in Nigeria providing tax, reporting, compliance services with focus on process improvements. Industry focus on HR, education, medical, oil & gas, telecommunications. Founded 2000.
• VBS Business ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in Mauritius providing offshore services, export/import support, investment funds, retail, and textiles. Founded 2008.
• OMCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in Lebanon providing forensic accounting, inheritance and succession services. Serves public sector, entrepreneurs, family-owned businesses. Founded 1996.
• HBG AssociatescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in Jamaica specializing in SME needs with over 40 years professional experience. Services strategic planning, tourism, transportation. Founded 2011.
• Dottori Commercialisti AssociaticoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in Italy providing customized services to SMEs, large corporates, and private individuals. Specializes in commercial law, engineering, fashion. Founded 2009.
• KAP Sukardi Hasan & RekancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in Indonesia providing accounting and audit services to government and parastatals. Founded 2021.
• Converging MiindscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in India providing BPO, CFO outsourcing, payroll processing, financial services. Serves hospitality and software industries. Founded 2002.
• EAK & AssociatescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in Ghana assisting with IFRS financial reporting, insolvency, distribution, energy, entertainment sectors. Founded 2017.
• James Howes & CocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in France specializing in English-speaking individuals and families on property purchase in France or tax consequences of living in France. Founded 1989.
• G. Kalopetrides & PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in Cyprus helping clients succeed in global and local markets with professional ethics, knowledge sharing, and quality service. Founded 1982.
• Oping GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in China with experience in government approval processes, assisting with offshore operations setup. Specializes in litigation and real estate law. Founded 2016.
• Shanghai Promise Law FirmcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in China providing comprehensive legal advice to foreign-owned companies, major corporations, foreign governments, and private individuals. Founded 1998.
• Habib Sarwar Bhuiyan & CocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember firm in Bangladesh serving individuals, family businesses, private/public companies, mills, hospitals, universities, pharmaceutical industries. Founded 1993.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• HLB International: Worldwide network of independent accounting firms and business advisors in 150+ countries. Highly comparable in scale, alliance structure, and SME cross-border focus to Affilica.
• Allinial Global: International association of independent accounting and consulting firms predominantly serving middle-market clients. Same alliance model as Affilica, with overlapping focus on cross-border SME professional services.
• Russell Bedford International: Global network of independent accounting, tax, and consulting firms serving mid-market clients. Operates the same alliance-with-shared-branding model as Affilica and competes for the same cross-border SME referrals.
• MSI Global Alliance: International alliance of independent legal and accounting firms. Directly comparable to Affilica in that it combines accountants, auditors, and lawyers in a single cross-border referral network for SMEs.
• Morison Global: International association of independent accounting firms and business advisors. Mirrors Affilica's alliance structure, member-driven referrals, and SME-focused positioning as a Big 4 alternative.
• Kreston International: Global network of independent accounting and advisory firms in 100+ countries. Directly comparable business model — membership alliance facilitating cross-border referrals among independent firms seeking to serve multinational SME clients.
• MGI Worldwide: International alliance of independent accounting, legal, and consulting firms operating across 90+ countries. Closely comparable to Affilica in structure (independent member firms, cross-border referrals, no shared liability) and target customer (SMEs needing international professional services).
• BKR International: International association of accounting and advisory firms operating across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific. Mirrors Affilica's membership-based referral model and SME/mid-market focus.
• Praxity: Global alliance of independent accounting firms (one of the largest accounting associations globally). Direct competitor for Affilica's member-firm cross-border referral business and SME international services positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Crowe Global: Large international accounting network with member firms in 100+ countries, providing cross-border audit, tax, and advisory services. Overlaps with Affilica's value proposition but operates at materially larger scale and with broader service offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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