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PURCHASE GUIDE — DUBAI

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Buying Property in Dubai

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Discover the Dubai Real Estate Market

Dubai is one of the world’s most dynamic and investor-friendly property markets. With zero property tax, high rental yields and a transparent legal framework, Dubai attracts buyers from all over the world looking for lifestyle, ROI and long-term capital growth.

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Taxes & Costs When Buying Property in Dubai

New-Build / Off-Plan Properties

  • DLD (Dubai Land Department) fee: 4%

  • Oqood registration: AED 5,250

  • No annual property tax or capital gains tax

Payment plans usually include:

  • 10–20% booking

  • staged payments during construction

  • final payment at handover

Resale (Ready) Properties

  • DLD fee: 4%

  • Agency fee: ~2%

  • Trustee Office fee: AED 4,200–5,000

  • NOC fee: AED 500–5,000

Who Pays the Agency Commission?
In Dubai, standard practice is:

  • Buyer pays 2% agency commission for ready properties

  • For off-plan, some developers cover commission (depends on project)

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Step-by-Step Purchase Process

Step 1 — Consultation & Property Selection

We define your budget and goals, then curate the best off-plan and ready opportunities based on ROI, location and lifestyle.

 

Step 2 — Reservation / Booking

Off-plan:

  • 10–20% booking fee

  • SPA (Sales Purchase Agreement)
     

Ready property:

  • Sign Form F (RERA contract)

  • Pay 10% security deposit (held at escrow)
     

Step 3 — Mortgage (optional)

Banks offer up to:

  • 80% LTV for residents

  • 60–70% for non-residents

Approval time: 3–14 days

Step 4 — NOC (No Objection Certificate)

Developer issues NOC confirming there are no outstanding service fees.

 

Step 5 — Transfer & Title Deed

At Trustee Office:

  • Buyer pays the balance

  • Title Deed (Mulkiya) issued

  • Keys handed over

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Annual Ownership Costs

  • Service charges: AED 10–35 per sq ft/year

  • No property tax

  • No tax on rental income (personal ownership)

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Why Invest in Dubai

  • High ROI: 6–12%

  • Strong appreciation during construction

  • Tax-free structure

  • World-leading safety & infrastructure

  • Fast, transparent purchase process

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