Dubai
United Arab Emirates · Dubai RERA
Why invest in Dubai 🇦🇪
A mature, liquid market with no annual property tax, deep rental demand and a clear residency path through the Golden Visa. Dubai is the anchor of most cross-border portfolios we advise, well regulated, transparent and easy to enter.
Growth → Liquidity → Global Connectivity → Tax Efficiency
Tax & ownership
At a glance (tap to expand)
Foreigners can buy freehold in Dubai's designated zones: Dubai Marina, Downtown, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Hills and others.
There is no recurring annual property tax in Dubai.
Individuals pay no personal income tax and no capital-gains tax on residential property.
A one-off Dubai Land Department transfer fee of 4% of the price applies, plus registration and agency fees.
The first sale of new residential property is zero-rated and resale is generally exempt; commercial property carries 5% VAT.
Property of AED 2M or more can qualify the owner for a 10-year Golden Visa.
Tax and ownership information is general in nature, may change, and is not tax or legal advice. Figures and rules should be confirmed for your circumstances with a qualified adviser. Oakbrick can coordinate this alongside your own advisers.
Cross-border compliance
Structured for your home country.
Buying in Dubai is the straightforward part. Moving capital and reporting it correctly at home is where most investors get stuck. We coordinate every purchase with licensed tax and legal partners in your market, so your investment is compliant from day one.
Oakbrick is a real-estate advisory, not a tax or legal firm. We structure each transaction alongside licensed tax and legal partners; thresholds such as the LRS limit are indicative and subject to current regulations.
Developers we advise on in Dubai
Global Capital. Exceptional Real Estate.
Cross-border compliance
Indicative only, and subject to current regulations. Oakbrick coordinates each transaction with licensed tax and legal partners in your home country. We are not a tax or legal firm.
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