Dubai Real Estate FAQs:
What Buyers & Investors Need to Know
Clear, factual answers to the most common questions about buying property, investing, and getting started in Dubai real estate.
Your Guide to Dubai Real Estate
Yes. Foreign nationals can legally purchase property in Dubai in designated freehold areas such as Palm Jumeirah, Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, and Business Bay, with full ownership rights and flexibility to sell, lease, or transfer property.
Dubai real estate is considered a strong global market due to no property tax, no capital gains tax, high rental yields, and strong demand. Off-plan properties are popular due to flexible payment plans and appreciation potential.
An off-plan property is a property purchased from a developer before completion, offering benefits like lower entry prices, regulated escrow, and flexible payment plans.
No. You can buy property in Dubai without residency or a visa, though qualifying purchases may offer eligibility for a UAE residency visa.
Buyers should budget for costs such as the 4% Dubai Land Department transfer fee, registration and administrative fees, developer fees (off-plan), and optional mortgage-related costs. There are no ongoing property taxes.