Properties for sale in Dubai

Yes. Foreigners can buy and fully own property in Dubai's designated freehold areas, whether or not they live in the UAE. Ownership is registered with the Dubai Land Department and a title deed is issued in the buyer's name.

No. You do not need UAE residency or a local sponsor to buy a freehold property in Dubai. Many owners buy first and use the purchase to apply for a property-linked residency visa afterwards.

Budget for around 6 to 7 percent on top of the price: a 4 percent Dubai Land Department transfer fee, a 2 percent agency commission plus VAT, a trustee registration fee of about AED 4,000, and a developer NOC fee. If you take a mortgage, add a 0.25 percent registration fee on the loan.

Yes. Several UAE banks lend to non-residents, typically up to about 50 percent of the property value, with residents able to borrow more. A pre-approval before you shortlist makes your offer stronger.

It can. Buying property worth AED 2 million or more can make you eligible for the UAE's 10-year Golden Visa. Lower-value purchases can qualify for shorter property-linked visas. We can point you to the current thresholds.

A ready (completed) property can transfer within a few weeks of an accepted offer once finance and the NOC are in place. Off-plan is immediate to reserve and then follows the developer's payment plan through to handover.

Ready property gives you rental income or a home from day one. Off-plan lets you enter with a smaller deposit on a payment plan and is often stronger for capital growth. We will weigh both against your budget and goal.