Understanding Dubai Real Estate Registration Fees
Real estate transfers in Dubai are regulated under Law No. 7 of 2006 concerning Real Estate Registration in Dubai. The Dubai Land Department (DLD) mandates a standard 4% transfer fee on the property transaction price.
For buyers seeking long-term residency, property equity of AED 2,000,000 or higher qualifies for a 10-year residency permit under our Real Estate Golden Visa Guide and Mortgage Golden Visa Guide.
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Total Estimated DLD Registration Fees
AED 109,570
DLD 4% Transfer Fee: AED 100,000
Trustee Registration Office Fee: AED 4,200
DLD Mortgage Reg Fee (0.25% + AED 290): AED 4,790
DLD Knowledge & Innovation Fee: AED 580
DLD Fee Structure Breakdown
| DLD Transfer Fee: | 4% of Purchase Price |
| Trustee Office Fee (>500k): | AED 4,200 (incl. VAT) |
| Mortgage Registration: | 0.25% of Loan + AED 290 |
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Frequently Asked Questions (DLD Transfer Fees)
The Dubai Land Department (DLD) property transfer fee is 4% of the total property purchase price, plus an admin fee of AED 580.
Registration Trustee Office fees are AED 2,100 (incl. VAT) for properties valued under AED 500,000, and AED 4,200 (incl. VAT) for properties valued at AED 500,000 or above.
If buying property with a bank mortgage, the DLD mortgage registration fee is 0.25% of the total loan amount plus an admin fee of AED 290.
Yes. Property buyers holding AED 2,000,000 or more in paid unencumbered property equity qualify for a 10-year Golden Visa under our Real Estate Golden Visa Guide.
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• Dubai Land Department (DLD Official Fees Portal): dubailand.gov.ae