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Dubai & UAE Property Investment for Singapore Buyers
Dubai & UAE Property for Singapore Investors
Guidance for overseas buyers
Off-plan and ready properties
Support from shortlist to handover
Invest in the UAE From Singapore
No ABSD, More Space and Choice
A second home in Singapore attracts ABSD and is often a compact condo on a 99-year lease. In designated areas of Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah, you can buy freehold villas, townhouses and waterfront apartments with no ABSD and no annual property tax, often for the price of a Singapore condo. Singapore is four hours ahead of Dubai, so a morning call in Dubai falls in your Singapore afternoon — easy to fit around the working day. Direct flights between the two cities take around seven to eight hours, which makes a viewing trip practical when you want one.
If you have bought an uncompleted private property in Singapore, the idea of paying in stages will feel familiar: Dubai off-plan purchases are also paid in instalments, although the schedule is set by each developer's payment plan rather than a standard statutory scheme. We explain the differences clearly before you commit.
Why invest from Singapore?
The Advantages of UAE Property for Singapore Buyers
- Escrow-protected off-plan payments: For registered Dubai projects.
- A Global Hub: Between Asia, Europe and Africa, well connected to Singapore.
- Freehold ownership: For foreign nationals in designated areas of Dubai and other emirates.
- Different entry points: To the Singapore market, from apartments to townhouses and villas.
- Developer payment plans: that spread payments over construction, sometimes extending beyond handover.
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Handpicked opportunities
Top Off-Plan Projects In UAE
Selected projects across the UAE, chosen for location, developer track record and payment terms. Ask our advisors for current prices and availability.
SGD 765,015
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DAMAC Violet 4 Phase 3
4 Bedroom Townhouse · Damac Hills 2
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SGD 576,381
Apartments
Danube Shahrukhz Residences
Studios, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments · Dubai Maritime City
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SGD 649,739
Emaar Creek Haven
1, 2 & 3 Bedroom · Dubai Creek Harbour
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SGD 227,059
Apartments
Radiant Garden Towers
Studio, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments · Al Reem Island
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SGD 331,856
Apartments/Townhouse
Emaar Golf Acres
1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments/Townhouse · Emaar South
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SGD 558,915
Apartments
Emaar Rosehill
1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments · Dubai Hills Estate
View project details →Starting prices shown in SGD at AED 1 = SGD 0.3493 (rate as of 9 Nov 2026). Indicative only — properties are priced and paid in AED.
Beyond a single city
Explore Property by Location
Selected projects across the UAE, chosen for location, developer track record and payment terms. Ask our advisors for current prices and availability.
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.
Read the guide →Costs & Fees
The one-off and ongoing costs to budget for beyond the purchase price.
Read the guide →Rental Investment
Choosing a community, tenancy registration and property management options.
Read the guide →Payment Plans
How developer payment plans are structured and what to check before you commit.
Read the guide →Residency & Property
How property ownership relates to UAE residence visa options.
Read the guide →A practical checklist
What Singapore Buyers Should Know Before Investing
Check these points before you commit, from UAE ownership rules to Singapore’s tax, CPF and financing rules.
- ✓Foreign income received by residents is generally not taxed.
- ✓Singapore has no capital gains tax on overseas sales.
- ✓ABSD applies only to Singapore property, not UAE purchases.
- ✓UAE homes generally don’t count toward future ABSD tallies.
- ✓CPF savings can’t be used for property abroad.
- ✓TDSR limits apply if you borrow from Singapore banks.
- ✓SGD floats against AED; time staged payments wisely.
- ✓No estate duty in Singapore, but register a UAE will.
- ✓Keep source-of-funds records for Singapore and UAE banks.
- ✓POA needs notarisation, SAL authentication and UAE attestation.
From first conversation to ownership
Buy UAE Property in 6 Simple Steps, From Singapore
You don’t need to fly in to buy. Most of the process happens online and our advisors guide you through every step.
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STEP 01
Consultation & shortlist
Tell us your budget and goals. We shortlist suitable projects and walk you through them by video call.
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STEP 02
Reserve your unit
Choose your unit and receive the developer’s reservation form. Pay the booking amount to secure it for you.
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STEP 03
Sign the SPA
Sign the Sales and Purchase Agreement. We help you review key terms; independent legal advice is always recommended.
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STEP 04
Register your purchase
Your purchase is registered with the emirate’s land department. In Dubai, off-plan sales go on the interim Oqood register.
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STEP 05
Pay as it’s built
Pay instalments as building milestones are reached. On registered projects, payments are held in a regulated escrow account.
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STEP 06
Handover and title deed
Inspect the unit, make the final payment and receive your title deed. Then move in or rent out.
Personalised support
Find Your UAE Home
Tell us your goals, and we’ll arrange a call during your working hours.
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Common questions
What Singapore Buyers Ask Us Most
Clear answers to help you take the next step with confidence.
Can I buy Dubai property without travelling to the UAE?
Yes, booking, contract signing and payments can often be completed remotely. For the final transfer, you can attend in person or appoint a representative through a Power of Attorney notarised in Singapore and legalised for UAE use.
Can Singapore residents buy off-plan property?
Yes, overseas buyers can buy off-plan units in eligible projects. Payments go into a regulated escrow account and are released to the developer as construction progresses.
Is buying in Dubai the same as buying in Singapore?
No, ownership rules, taxes, transaction costs, financing and rental markets all differ. Singapore charges ABSD to foreign buyers and levies an annual property tax, while Dubai has neither. Compare the actual costs and risks of each property rather than relying on headline returns.
Who manages my property while I'm in Singapore?
A licensed UAE property manager can handle tenant sourcing, leases, rent collection and maintenance on your behalf. Fees are usually a percentage of annual rent.
Does buying property in Dubai qualify me for a UAE visa?
Property worth AED 2 million or more may make you eligible for a 10-year Golden Visa.
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