The UAE is one of the most open property markets for foreign buyers: full ownership in designated zones, no personal income tax or annual property tax, and a 10-year “golden” visa for buying a home from AED 2 million. We work in two directions: Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
The country at a glance
| Capital | Abu Dhabi (the largest city and business centre is Dubai) |
|---|---|
| Currency | UAE dirham (AED), pegged to the US dollar |
| Language | Arabic; English is widely used in business and tourism |
| Climate | hot desert climate; mild winters and very hot summers |
| Personal taxes | no personal income tax and no annual property tax |
| Ownership | full ownership (freehold) in designated zones |
Why buy in the UAE
- Status: a 10-year “golden” visa when buying property from AED 2 million (about $545,000).
- Tax environment: no personal income tax and no annual property tax.
- Full ownership in freehold zones, with no residency requirement to buy.
- Two markets to choose from: Dubai with the most developed infrastructure and Abu Dhabi with a lower registration fee.
The UAE on the map
Destinations
Buying: the essentials
- Foreigners buy in designated freehold zones, where they can own, sell, rent out and bequeath property.
- Dubai: the Land Department (DLD) fee is 4% of the price plus registration fees.
- Abu Dhabi: the registration fee is about 2% of the price.
- There is no annual property tax; only service charges for building maintenance are paid.
The “golden” visa
| 10-year visa | buying property worth AED 2 million or more (about $545,000), as a single property or several |
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| Mortgage | allowed; conditions depend on the bank and on proof of the amount paid |
| Family | an investor visa allows you to sponsor a spouse, children and parents |
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We will find you property in the UAE
We will select properties for your goal — income, residency, life by the sea or capital preservation — check the documents and support the deal. All consultations are free.
Information is current as of November 2026 and is for reference only. It is not legal or tax advice. Fees and visa conditions are confirmed before the transaction.
