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Guidance for overseas buyers
Off-plan and ready properties
Support from shortlist to handover
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Choose your country for guidance, projects and advice tailored to how buyers from your market invest in the UAE.
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United States Investor Hub
Clear answers to what Americans ask most, from financing and ownership to taxes back home.
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India Investor Hub
Close to home, with a familiar culture and a large, thriving Indian community across the UAE.
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UK Investor Hub
A holiday home, a rental or both with handpicked UAE options specially selected for British buyers.
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Canada Investor Hub
Trade long winters for a warm-weather home that can earn income while you’re away.
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Australia Investor Hub
A base halfway to Europe with homes chosen for income and easy, stress-free ownership.
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Singapore Investor Hub
Swap condo living for waterfront villas and beachfront homes across Dubai and the UAE.
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Explore UAE Properties
Compare a selection of projects across the UAE. Availability and prices may change; ask our advisors for the latest details.
AED 2,190,000
Townhouse
DAMAC Violet 4 Phase 3
4 Bedroom Townhouse · Damac Hills 2
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AED 650,000
Apartments
Radiant Garden Towers
Studio, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments · Al Reem Island
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AED 2,200,000
Apartments
Le Château by Beyond
1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments · Evermore
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AED 2,238,000
Townhouse/Villas
Aryam Villas at The View Island
4 & 5 Bedroom Townhouse/Villas · Sharjah Waterfront City
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AED 1,650,000
Apartments
Danube Shahrukhz Residences
Studios, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments · Dubai Maritime City
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AED 1,310,000
Apartments
Sobha River Cove Residences
1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments · Sobha City
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Not Sure Where to Start?
Speak to an international investor advisor - free, no obligation.
Why consider the UAE?
What Dubai & the UAE Offer Property Investors
From Dubai’s mature market to Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah, find freehold property that fits your budget and goals.
What Works in Your Favour
Zero Property or Income Tax
Strong Rental Yields
Golden Visa Eligibility
Currency Stability
Flexible Payment Plans
Protected Off-Plan Payments
Free Movement of Funds
Freehold Ownership
Knowledge before commitment
Investor Insights & Guides
Practical, expert guides on markets, risks and planning, built for first-time and experienced investors alike.
Off-Plan Property
How buying before completion works, from reservation to handover.
Costs & Fees
The one-off and ongoing costs to budget for beyond the purchase price.
Rental Investment
Choosing a community, tenancy registration and property management options.
Payment Plans
How developer payment plans are structured and what to check before you commit.
Residency & Property
How property ownership relates to UAE residence visa options.
Match the market to your strategy
Top Investment Areas in Dubai & Beyond
From established Dubai neighbourhoods to fast-growing areas across the UAE, compare locations that fit your budget and goals.
Dubai Marina
Palm Jumeirah
Business Bay
Dubai Hills Estate
Dubai Creek Harbour
Yas Island
A practical checklist
What International Buyers Should Know
A sound Dubai property strategy starts with understanding the rules, costs and rights in your chosen emirate. Check these points before you commit.
- ✓Decide your priority is rental yield, capital growth or residency.
- ✓Confirm the ownership type: freehold, leasehold or usufruct.
- ✓Check property sits in a zone designated for foreign ownership.
- ✓In Dubai, check the RERA broker card (BRN) on the DLD app.
- ✓Budget for transaction costs, which differ by emirate.
- ✓Factor annual service charges and management fees.
- ✓Review the developer's track record and project's escrow account.
- ✓Check mortgage terms for non-residents, as LTC limits are typically lower.
- ✓Check Golden Visa conditions for your property type.
- ✓Take advice on how your home country taxes overseas property income.
From first conversation to ownership
How to Buy Property in UAE as a Foreigner
Own freehold, buy mostly online and pay no annual property tax. Here’s the process, step by step.
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STEP 01
Define Goals & Strategy
Plan your emirate, budget and property type with an overseas-buyer specialist.
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STEP 02
Select & Reserve
Reserve your preferred unit with a minimum booking amount.
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STEP 03
Sign The Contract
Sign the SPA for off-plan or MOU/Form F for Dubai resale.
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STEP 04
Pay Securely
Off-plan funds go into escrow; resale payments settle at DLD Trustee Offices.
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STEP 05
Transfer & Title Deed
Transfer in person or via POA, registering with DLD, ADREC or equivalent.
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STEP 06
Handover & Management
Collect your keys, register your tenancy and appoint a property manager.
Personalised support
Find Your UAE Home
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Common questions
What Buyers Ask Us Most
Clear answers to help you take the next step with confidence.
Can foreign nationals buy property in Dubai?
Yes. Foreign nationals can buy freehold property in Dubai's designated freehold areas. Our team can confirm whether a specific community or project is freehold. Please confirm your individual circumstances with a qualified legal adviser.
What does off-plan property mean?
Off-plan property is bought from the developer before construction is completed. Buyers usually pay in instalments under the developer's payment plan, with the balance due around handover.
How are off-plan payments protected in Dubai?
Payments for registered off-plan projects in Dubai are made into a project escrow account regulated by the Dubai Land Department / RERA rather than directly to the developer. We can show you the escrow details for any project you consider.
Are the prices shown in AED?
Yes. UAE property is priced and transacted in UAE dirhams (AED). Any price shown in another currency is an indicative conversion only and will change with exchange rates.
Does buying property give me UAE residency?
Property ownership can support certain UAE residence visa applications, subject to criteria set by the authorities (such as minimum property value). These criteria change, so always check the current official requirements before relying on them.
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