A clearer buying budget
Dubai property transfer fees.
Plan the costs around your purchase, not just the asking price. Start with the official registration fees, then confirm the charges for your transaction.
Plan my property purchase ↗Reviewed 22 October 2026
The essentials
The fees at a glance.
DLD’s completed-property sale service lists the charges below. Agree who pays each cost in writing and obtain the trustee’s itemised quote.
- Sale registration
- 2% seller + 2% buyer
4% combined. Your contract should set out the agreed allocation.
- Trustee service partner
- AED 4,000 + VAT
For a sale value of AED 500,000 or more; AED 2,000 + VAT below that threshold.
- Other DLD charges
- Confirm the applicable items
The schedule includes title-deed, map, knowledge and innovation fees.
- Other purchase costs
- Property-specific quotes
Allow for agreed agency fees, developer NOC, finance costs and ongoing service charges.
Official source: DLD property sale registration ↗. Check current requirements and charges for your case.
The property comes first
Ask for one clear cost sheet.
Before signing, list each charge, who pays it and when it is due. For a financed purchase, obtain the lender’s registration, valuation and arrangement costs separately.
Share your buying priorities ↗Your next move
A property search with a clear brief.
Share your purchase budget, preferred areas and whether you need finance. We can help compare suitable properties alongside their expected purchase costs.
- Share your budget and requirements.
- Compare suitable properties and costs.
- Review details before making a commitment.
A few useful answers.
Does the buyer always pay the full 4%?
DLD’s published schedule lists 2% for the buyer and 2% for the seller. Confirm the allocation agreed in your sale contract rather than assuming your share.
Is agency commission included in DLD fees?
No. Agency remuneration is a separate contractual charge. Check the agreed amount, applicable VAT and payment terms in your brokerage agreement.
Are off-plan purchase costs the same?
This summary covers DLD’s completed-property sale-registration service. For off-plan purchases, confirm initial registration charges, developer terms and any incentive in the signed documents.
Can you help me find a property within my total budget?
Yes. Include your maximum all-in budget in the brief so purchase costs can be considered alongside property prices. Individual fees and availability need confirmation.