Key Regulatory Bodies
| Entity | Role | Emirate |
|---|---|---|
| DLD | Property registration, fees, Oqood | Dubai |
| RERA | Rental regulation, agent licensing, Ejari | Dubai |
| Abu Dhabi DoM | Property regulation | Abu Dhabi |
| Central Bank | Mortgage regulation (LTV) | Federal |
Registration Fees
Dubai
- DLD fee: 4% of property value + 580 AED admin
- Buyer typically pays 2%, seller 2%
- Broker fee: 2% of property value
- Mortgage fee: 0.25% + 290 AED
Abu Dhabi: 2% registration + 2% broker
Freehold vs Usufruct
- Freehold: Permanent ownership in designated zones (50+ areas in Dubai)
- Usufruct: 99-year lease in some Abu Dhabi areas
Ejari (Dubai) & Tawtheeq (Abu Dhabi)
- Ejari: Mandatory rental registration in Dubai — 220 AED online
- Tawtheeq: Mandatory in Abu Dhabi — free via TAMM
Tenant Rights
- Rent increase tied to RERA calculator
- 12-month notice required for eviction
- Rental Disputes Center for complaints
