Global Migration Expert & Head of Azad Dubai Office
Amir Ilyas
- LSE Graduate
- Founded first factory in Türkiye (2004)
- 20+ years of business across sectors
- Published Writer
About Shaan
At the heart of Azad Brothers is Shaan Agha, a visionary entrepreneur, strategist, and storyteller whose leadership continues to shape the group’s mission and identity. As the CEO and founding force behind Azad Brothers, Shaan combines academic rigor, cross-cultural fluency, and entrepreneurial courage in everything he does.
A graduate of the prestigious London School of Economics (LSE), Shaan began his business journey early. In 2004, he established his first textile and garment manufacturing unit in Türkiye—a small factory that laid the foundation for a lifelong connection with the country and its people.
Over the next two decades, Shaan expanded his ventures across sectors—from textiles to tourism, real estate to storytelling—always guided by a simple principle: solve real problems with real integrity.
Today, he leads a diversified group of companies across:
- Real estate and citizenship advisory
- Tourism and MICE
- Construction and renovation
- Health and wellness services
- Trade facilitation
- Media and film production
About Amir
Amir Ilyas is a global migration expert and international residency consultant with deep experience in citizenship-by-investment programs, golden visas, and relocation pathways across the Caribbean, Europe, and beyond. As the head of the Azad Brothers office in Dubai, Amir plays a strategic role in serving HNW clients, families, and business owners seeking second citizenship, mobility, and international security.
A seasoned ex-banker from Dubai, Amir brings a rare blend of financial insight and immigration expertise to the table. His credibility, discretion, and up-to-date knowledge make him a trusted advisor to clients across the GCC, South Asia, and Africa.
He is an expert in:
- Caribbean citizenship programs (including St. Kitts, Grenada, Dominica, Antigua, etc.)
- European residency and golden visa options (Portugal, Malta, Greece, Spain)
- Structuring investment migration portfolios in line with client goals
- Navigating due diligence, legal compliance, and financial structuring for global mobility
Amir is known for:
- His clarity and transparency in a complex, regulation-driven field
- A high-touch client experience, based on trust, confidentiality, and precision
- Being the go-to advisor for second passports, global access, and family planning
- Managing Azad’s Dubai office, serving as a hub for Middle East outreach and support
Thanks to his leadership, Azad Brothers has become a respected name in the global migration industry, offering clients a full range of residency and citizenship solutions through one trusted channel.