Property transfer in Dubai is the legal process of transferring ownership of real estate from one party to another, registered through the Dubai Land Department (DLD) via a DLD-authorized trustee office. Whether you are buying, selling, gifting, or restructuring property ownership, every transfer must be officially recorded with the DLD to be legally valid in the UAE.
Al Taresh Trustee is a DLD-authorized real estate trustee office located in Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai. We process property transfers across Dubai.
Dubai’s property market accommodates several categories of ownership transfer, each with its own process and DLD requirements. Understanding which type applies to your situation determines the documents required, fees payable, and timeline to expect.
Transfer Type | Who It Applies To | Key Requirement |
Property Sale Transfer | Buyer and seller in a secondary market transaction | 4% DLD fee + NOC from developer |
Property Gift Transfer | Owner gifting to first-degree family member | Relationship proof + 0.125% DLD fee |
Lease to Own Transfer | Tenant converting lease payments into ownership | DLD-registered lease-to-own agreement |
Delayed Property Transfer | Parties with deferred payment agreement | Registered delayed sale contract |
Initial sale transfer | Buyer and seller in a secondary market transaction | 4% DLD fee + NOC from developer |
Property Blocking | Buyer or seller securing a property during negotiations | Blocking request at trustee office |
The following process applies to standard secondary market property sale transfers. Steps may vary for gift transfers, off-plan transactions, or company-owned properties. All transfers are processed through our DLD-authorized trustee office.
The following process applies to standard secondary market property sale transfers. Steps may vary for gift transfers, off-plan transactions, or company-owned properties. All transfers are processed through our DLD-authorized trustee office.
Preparing all documents in advance avoids delays. The following lists cover standard requirements for both parties. Additional documents may be required for mortgaged properties, company transactions, or POA representatives.
Buyer Documents | Seller Documents |
Original passport (and copy) | Original title deed |
UAE Emirates ID (if resident) | Original passport (and copy) |
Signed MOU / Form F | UAE Emirates ID (if resident) |
Bank mortgage original contract (if the unit will be purchased through a loan) | No Objection Certificate (NOC) from developer |
POA (if represented by third party) | Mortgage liability letter / clearance letter (if mortgaged) |
Company documents (if buyer is a company) | Signed MOU / Form F |
The following fees apply to standard secondary market property transfers. For gift transfers, off-plan registrations, and company transactions, different fee schedules apply. See our dedicated Property Transfer Fees page for full details.
Fee Type | Amount | Paid By |
DLD Registration Fee | 4% of property sale value | Buyer (or split 2%+2% by agreement) |
Title deed fee | 560AED for unit or villa 410 for land | Buyer |
NOC from developer | Varies by developer | Seller |
Al Taresh Trustee Service Fee | Contact our office for current rates | By agreement |
Note: The 4% DLD registration fee is a fixed government charge and cannot be negotiated. Trustee office service fees are separate and charged by Al Taresh for handling the transaction process.
Dubai operates a freehold property system in designated areas, allowing both UAE nationals and foreign nationals to buy, sell, and transfer property. The following categories of buyers and sellers can transact through a DLD-authorized trustee office:
The time required to complete a property transfer depends on document preparation and mortgage status. The following timelines apply when all documents are submitted complete and correct:
Transaction Type | Typical Timeline |
Standard sale transfer (no mortgage, documents ready) | Same day — 1 working day ( for all ) |
Al Taresh Trustee offers same-day DLD submission for all transactions where documents are complete and verified in advance. Contact our office to pre-check your documents before your appointment.
Our DLD-authorized team at Al Taresh Trustee is ready to guide you through the entire property transfer process — from document preparation to title deed collection.
WhatsApp us to pre-check your documents before your appointment
Visit our office: Shop No. 27, The Mall, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai
Call us: +971 4 889 5945
Yes, both parties are required to attend in most cases. However, either the buyer or seller can be represented by a person holding a notarized Power of Attorney (POA), which authorizes that person to complete the transfer on their behalf. This is common for overseas owners or investors.
The standard Dubai Land Department registration fee is 4% of the agreed property sale value. This is typically paid by the buyer, though some sellers agree to split it 2% each. On top of this, additional admin and title deed fees totalling approximately AED ( 560for unit and vills – 410 for land ) apply. The 4% DLD fee is a fixed government charge — it cannot be waived or negotiated.
A straightforward property transfer with all documents in order can be completed on the same day. At Al Taresh, we offer document pre-checking via WhatsApp so you can be confident everything is ready before your appointment.
Property transfer refers to the change of ownership between two parties — for example, when a buyer purchases from a seller in the secondary market.
Yes, but the existing mortgage must be resolved before or during the transfer process. The seller typically needs to provide a mortgage liability letter from their bank, settle the outstanding balance, and obtain a clearance letter. If the buyer is using a new mortgage, the bank’s NOC and mortgage registration happen simultaneously at the trustee office.
The DLD will not process the transfer without a valid No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the property developer. The NOC confirms there are no outstanding service charges. If the NOC is missing or expired, the appointment must be rescheduled. Our team recommends confirming the NOC status before booking any transfer appointment
Yes. A notarized Power of Attorney allows an authorized representative to complete a property transfer on behalf of the buyer or seller. The POA must specifically grant authority for DLD property transactions and must be notarized by a UAE notary public. If the POA is issued overseas, it typically requires an apostille and need to be attested by the UAE embassy in that country and UAE MOFA IN UAE.
