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:
4% of the property value
Usually paid by the buyer (unless otherwise negotiated)
AED 580 for ready properties (apartments, offices)
AED 40 for off-plan properties
AED 430 for land plots
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)
Typically 2% of the property value, paid by the buyer
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
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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