While there are no personal income or capital gains taxes on residential property, there are significant one-time fees: Approximate Amount 4% of purchase price Paid to the Dubai Land Department . Agency Commission 2% + 5% VAT Usually paid by the buyer to the real estate agent. Registration Trustee Fee AED 2,000–4,000
Expatriates are restricted to buying in designated "Freehold Zones". Key hotspots for 2026 include:
The process varies slightly between (under construction) and Secondary Market (ready) properties. Ready/Secondary Market Process:
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While there are no personal income or capital gains taxes on residential property, there are significant one-time fees: Approximate Amount 4% of purchase price Paid to the Dubai Land Department . Agency Commission 2% + 5% VAT Usually paid by the buyer to the real estate agent. Registration Trustee Fee AED 2,000–4,000
Expatriates are restricted to buying in designated "Freehold Zones". Key hotspots for 2026 include:
The process varies slightly between (under construction) and Secondary Market (ready) properties. Ready/Secondary Market Process: