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Dubai property transfer costs: plan your budget.
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Request suitable apartments ↗Reviewed 24 October 2026 · Joseph Toubia · First published 24 Mar 2026
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Four checks. A clearer shortlist.
Use evidence for the exact project and unit.
- Registration
- Allow for DLD charges
DLD lists sale registration at 2% for the seller and 2% for the buyer. Confirm the allocation in your agreement and the applicable transaction charges.
- Trustee
- Check the service fee
DLD lists AED 4,000 plus VAT for sales of AED 500,000 or more, and AED 2,000 plus VAT below that. Other document and map fees may apply.
- Professional fees
- Get the agreed figures
Confirm brokerage commission, VAT where applicable, developer NOC and any legal or conveyancing costs in writing. These are not one universal package.
- Finance and ownership
- Budget beyond transfer day
Ask your lender about valuation, processing and registration charges. Include service charges, insurance, moving and maintenance in your budget.
Evidence to check: DLD property sale registration fees ↗. Compare dated records with the individual property.
A closer look
Leave space for living.
Set a comfortable all-in budget before falling in love with the finish. Compare the actual apartment, its condition and ongoing costs alongside the asking price.
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A few useful answers.
Are the properties shown available now?
Only matching published apartment sale listings are shown. Availability must be reconfirmed. If none are listed, send your requirements for a current search.
Are the luxury images actual listings?
The editorial images are labelled design concepts. Property cards use the published listing information and photographs.
Is the advertised price my total purchase cost?
No. Registration, trustee, agreed professional fees, financing and other property-specific costs may be additional. Obtain a current written breakdown before signing.