Buying from your country
Rules in your home country apply as well as Dubai’s. Residents of India, for example, should read our guide to buying property in Dubai from India, and buyers in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf can start with buying from the GCC. For tax and remittance questions at home, speak to a licensed adviser where you live.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to travel to Dubai to buy off-plan?
Often not. Many steps, such as viewing, signing and paying, can be done remotely where the developer allows it. Some steps may need you in person or a representative with a power of attorney. We tell you early which applies.
How is my money protected when I buy from abroad?
Off-plan payments go into the project escrow account under Dubai Law No. 8 of 2007 on escrow accounts, not to a broker. You can see the escrow details for a project in the Dubai REST app. Escrow protects how funds are used; it does not remove every risk.
Do you only recommend your partner developers?
No. We advise across developers. We work with 40+ developer partners, and we also advise on projects by Emaar, Sobha, Nakheel, Meraas and Aldar, which are not partners.
