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Dubai currently has no annual property tax. However, you will pay:
● DLD registration fee: 4% of property value.
● Oqood registration fee: AED 3,000 for off-plan unit).
● Admin or trustee fees: AED 2,000 – 4,000 depending on property value. These are government-mandated and payable at registration.

Source: Dubai Land Department – Fees Schedule‍

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Under Law No. 19 of 2017 (Article 11), if construction is delayed, DLD may:

● Extend the project timeline after reviewing the site, or

● Cancel the project and refund buyers directly from the escrow account. Buyers may also take disputes to DLD’s Real Estate Dispute Centre (RDC) for resolution.

Source: Explanatory Notes on Law 19 of 2017 – DLD

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● Valid passport copy (and Emirates ID if resident).

● Signed Sales & Purchase Agreement (SPA) or Form F.

● Payment schedule agreed with the developer.

● Proof of escrow payment receipt.

● Power of Attorney (if needed). All contracts must be registered with Oqood, DLD’s online interim register system.

Source: Oqood Registration – DLD

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You can verify projects and developers through:

● Dubai REST App – for project registration, escrow account details, and construction progress.

● RERA’s Project Status Service – lists all registered projects, developers, and escrow accounts. These databases are maintained by the Dubai Land Department.

Source: Dubai REST App – DLD

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The main risks include: Construction delays, developer default, or project cancellation. Here are 3 ways the law protects you:

● Under Law No. 19 of 2017, buyers are protected with clear cancellation and refund processes managed by the DLD

● DLD’s Real Estate Court handles disputes and ensures refunds from escrow accounts if applicable.

● Developers must build using and maintain a 10-year structural defect warranty under UAE Civil Code (Article 880).

● Developers must use RERA-approved contractors and provide a 10-year structural defect warranty post-handover under the UAE Civil Code (Article 880).

Sources: Law 19 of 2017, [UAE Civil Code – Federal Law No. 5 of 1985]

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● Lower entry price: Launch prices are typically below ready to move property rates.

● Flexible payment plans: Usually 40–60 % during construction and the rest on handover.

● Capital appreciation: Early investors often gain from value increases before handover.

● Newer developments: Modern layouts, efficient systems, and enhanced amenities. At Artha Realty, we work only with RERA-approved developers and verify escrow compliance to keep your investments safe

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Yes. Under Law No. 8 of 2007 (Escrow Accounts for Real Estate Development) and Law No. 13 of 2008 (Interim Property Register Regulation), every off-plan project should:

● Be registered with RERA.

● Have an approved escrow account with a licensed bank.

● Receive progress-based payments released only after inspection. This ensures that investor funds are protected until completion.

Sources: RERA Escrow Law 8 of 2007, Law 13 of 2008

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An off-plan property is a real estate unit that is sold before construction is finished, sometimes even before building starts. Payments are usually made in stages, linked to construction milestones. Dubai’s off-plan market is regulated by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) and Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) to protect both developers and buyers.

Source: Dubai Land Department – Real Estate Development & Escrow Regulations

Yes. Under Law No. 8 of 2007 (Escrow Accounts for Real Estate Development) and Law No. 13 of 2008 (Interim Property Register Regulation), every off-plan project should:

● Be registered with RERA.

● Have an approved escrow account with a licensed bank.

● Receive progress-based payments released only after inspection. This ensures that investor funds are protected until completion.

Sources: RERA Escrow Law 8 of 2007, Law 13 of 2008

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