The Dubai Land Department (DLD) oversees all real estate transactions in Dubai. The DLD transfer fee of 4% is mandatory for every property purchase and is one of the lowest property transfer taxes in the world.
Oqood: Registration system for off-plan properties. The 4% fee is paid at the time of registration with the developer.
Trustee Fee: Paid to the DLD-approved trustee office that facilitates the transfer of ready properties. Includes 5% VAT.
| Government Fees | |
| DLD Transfer Fee (4%) | — |
| DLD Admin Fee | — |
| Trustee Fee (incl. 5% VAT) | — |
| NOC Fee | — |
| Government Total | — |
| Agent Fees | |
| Agent Commission | — |
| VAT on Commission (5%) | — |
| Agent Total | — |
| Mortgage Fees | |
| Registration (0.25% + 290) | — |
| Valuation Fee | — |
| Life Insurance (est.) | — |
| Property Insurance (est.) | — |
| Mortgage Total | — |
| Total Additional Costs | — |
| Total with Property Price | — |
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