By Ebenezer Martey, Kin & Key Properties · Published 1 Jul 2026 · Updated 23 Jul 20264%
DLD transfer fee
15–30
Days for POA attestation
0%
Income & capital gains tax
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1
Select Your Property Remotely
Shortlist via virtual tours and video walkthroughs — no nationality restrictions apply to freehold ownership in designated areas.
2
Set Up a Power of Attorney
Your representative signs on your behalf. The POA is notarised locally, then apostilled or attested via the UAE embassy — budget 15–30 business days for the full chain.
3
Sign & Pay Deposit
Sign the MOU (Form F) digitally or via your POA holder, with a typical 10% deposit paid into an escrow or trust account.
4
Transfer Funds
The AED is pegged to the USD, so your real currency risk is your home currency against the USD, not the AED. Compare FX specialists against standard bank rates before transferring.
5
DLD Registration & Title Deed
Funds must flow into the title deed owner's own account — a POA holder cannot receive sale proceeds on your behalf. Once cleared, the title deed is issued in your name.
Data from Bayut & DLD guidance (Jul 2026) — indicative; confirm current figures and country requirements with our team.
