What are the fees for transferring property in Dubai?

When transferring property ownership in Dubai, both buyers and sellers are responsible for paying a set of government and service-related fees. Below is a breakdown of the typical fees involved:

1. Dubai Land Department (DLD) Transfer Fee

  • 4% of the property value

  • Usually paid by the buyer (unless otherwise negotiated)

2. DLD Admin Fee

  • AED 580 for ready properties (apartments, offices)

  • AED 40 for off-plan properties

  • AED 430 for land plots

3. Property Registration Fee

  • AED 4,200 for properties valued above AED 500,000

  • AED 2,100 for properties valued at AED 500,000 or less

  • Off-plan registration fees may differ slightly (e.g., AED 5,250 for properties above AED 500,000)

4. Real Estate Agent Commission

  • Typically 2% of the property value, paid by the buyer

5. Trustee Office Fee

  • AED 4,000 for properties over AED 500,000

  • AED 2,000 for properties at or below AED 500,000

  • Payable at the time of title deed transfer

6. Mortgage Registration Fee (if applicable)

  • 0.25% of the loan amount + AED 290 admin fee


These are standard charges and may vary slightly based on the property type, location, or if promotions or exemptions apply (e.g., from developers). All payments must be made through approved channels, and fees are non-refundable once processed.

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