About VSTN Consultancy
Vision Takes Root – VSTN began with a bold vision: to redefine excellence in Transfer Pricing advisory. From inception, our mission has been to deliver strategic, high-impact solutions that empower multinational enterprises to navigate the complexities of international taxation with confidence and clarity.
VSTN Consultancy is a global transfer pricing firm with offices in Chennai, India and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. We serve clients across Asia Pacific, the Middle East (including Saudi Arabia), Europe, Africa, and North America, offering region-specific expertise backed by global insights.
We are recognized as a leading transfer pricing firm in India and the UAE, with strong service coverage in major Indian cities including Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kochi, Mumbai, and Delhi. Our Dubai office serves as a strategic hub for the GCC and MENA regions, supporting clients in the UAE, Saudi Arabia (KSA), Qatar, and other Middle Eastern markets.
We are actively expanding our global footprint, with plans to establish offices in Singapore, UK, KSA, Germany, Malaysia, Australia, Canada, South Afria, Switzerland and the United States, further strengthening our ability to support clients in navigating complex international tax landscapes.
Global Recognition
VSTN Consultancy has earned international acclaim for its excellence and innovation. We were awarded Best Newcomer in Asia Pacific – 2024 by International Tax Review (ITR) and have been shortlisted in seven categories under the 2025 ITR APAC and EMEA Tax Awards, including:
ITR EMEA Tax Awards 2025 – Shortlisted Categories
Nominee | Category |
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Nithya Srinivasan | EMEA Transfer Pricing Practice Leader of the Year |
VSTN Consultancy | EMEA Best Newcomer of the Year |
VSTN Consultancy | EMEA Tax Innovator of the Year |
ITR APAC Tax Awards 2025 – Shortlisted Categories
Nominee | Category |
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Nithya Srinivasan | APAC Transfer Pricing Practice Leader of the Year |
Rajesh E | APAC Transfer Pricing Rising Star of the Year |
VSTN Consultancy | APAC Tax Innovator of the Year |
VSTN Consultancy | APAC Tax Compliance & Reporting Firm of the Year |
ITR APAC Tax Awards 2024 – Shortlisted Categories
Nominee | Category |
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Nithya Srinivasan | APAC Transfer Pricing Practice Leader of the Year |
Ranjani S | APAC Transfer Pricing Rising Star of the Year |
VSTN Consultancy | APAC Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year |
VSTN Consultancy | APAC Emerging Firm of the Year |
Comprehensive Service Offering
- Intercompany pricing policy design
- Supply chain structuring
- Drafting of intercompany agreements
- Implementation and operational alignment
- Year-end documentation and certification
- BEPS compliance (Master File, Local File, Country-by-Country Reporting)
- Benchmarking studies
- Audit defense and representation
- Advance Pricing Agreements (APA)
- Mutual Agreement Procedures (MAP)
- Pillar 1 & Pillar 2 impact analysis
Global Database Access
To ensure accuracy, defensibility, and global compliance, VSTN leverages a suite of leading international databases:
# | Tool Name | Provider |
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1 | TP Catalyst | Moody’s |
2 | ORBIS | Moody’s |
3 | Loan Module | Moody’s |
4 | IP & Royalty Data | Moody’s |
5 | Royalty Rates and Benchmark Module | ktMINE |
6 | Services CUT | ktMINE |
7 | EDF-X Bond Database | Moody’s |
8 | EDF-X Credit Risk Analytics | Moody’s |
9 | Royalty Benchmarking | Royalty Range |
10 | Transfer Pricing Documenter (formerly Onesource) | Ryan |
11 | Prowess | CMIE |
These tools support our work in benchmarking, economic analysis, BEPS documentation, IP valuation, credit risk assessment, and more—ensuring our clients receive globally compliant and data-driven solutions.
Global Locations Served
Region | Countries / Cities |
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North America | United States (USA), Canada, Mexico |
Europe | United Kingdom (UK), Netherlands, Italy, Switzerland, Denmark, Belgium |
Middle East | United Arab Emirates (UAE), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), Turkey |
Asia | India (Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kochi, Mumbai, Delhi), Singapore, Philippines |
Africa | Zambia |
Oceania | Australia |
Leadership & Culture
At VSTN, leadership is hands-on. Our inverse pyramid structure ensures that every client receives the highest quality of service, backed by over ten decades of cumulative experience.
We believe in empowering through knowledge—publishing technical insights, conducting training sessions, and staying ahead of global developments to help our clients and teams grow.
Our culture values balance, growth, and integrity. We nurture talent, encourage continuous learning, and respect work-life harmony, creating an environment where professionals thrive.
Summary
VSTN Consultancy is a globally awarded transfer pricing firm with offices in Chennai and Dubai, serving clients across 17+ countries. With a leadership-driven model and over 100 years of combined experience, VSTN delivers end-to-end transfer pricing solutions—from policy design to Pillar 1 & 2 analysis—supported by access to world-class databases and recognized by ITR for excellence across APAC and EMEA. The firm is expanding into new regions including the USA, Singapore, and Europe to further support multinational clients.