Guide

Guide to buying off-plan property

Discover all the stages of your real estate investment in Dubai!

Define your project and objectives

The first step is to clearly define your investment goals. You may choose from:

  • Rental property
  • Primary or secondary residence
  • Purchase with resale in mind

Next, decide on the type of property (apartment or villa) and the number of bedrooms. For rental or buy-to-let investments, our team can recommend the most suitable property type and size. If you prefer certain areas of Dubai or wish to avoid others, please indicate this as well.

You’ll also need to set your budget, down payment amount, and monthly repayment capacity. The repayment schedule will depend on the developer—some allow payment after handover, while others require earlier installments. Keep in mind additional upfront costs:

  • 4% Dubai Land Department fee (similar to notary fees)
  • Developer’s administrative fees (up to $1,586)

If you prefer specific payment methods (e.g., cryptocurrencies), let us know, as acceptance varies between developers.
Best of all—you won’t pay any agency commission when purchasing off-plan through us

For RIBA-FREE financing with ethical contracts and no late payment penalties, simply inform our real estate advisor.

Based on your criteria from step 1, your agent will provide you with tailored investment opportunities.

For each property, you’ll receive:

  • A brochure of the residence or community
  • A commercial offer with floor plan and detailed payment schedule
  • Photos of the property or community
  • Exact location via Google Maps
  • Photos and videos of the surrounding area
  • Presentation video (if available)
  • Sample apartment walkthrough video (if available)

You can receive this information via WhatsApp, email, or Telegram, depending on your preference.

If you’re in Dubai, we’ll gladly accompany you to the site, show you around the neighborhood, and arrange visits to show apartments where available—something highly recommended for investors.

Found the right property and confirmed availability? Great—you’re ready to book!

The booking process is fully remote, quick, and secure.

To reserve your apartment or villa in Dubai, you’ll need to provide:

  • A copy of your valid passport
  • Mailing address
  • Email address
  • Phone number

If you’re buying with co-owners, each co-owner must supply this information.
To reserve the unit in your name, the developer requires a security deposit (typically $2,684 – $26,840, depending on the developer). Payment can be made via credit card, cash, bank transfer, or in some cases, cryptocurrency.

Once payment and documents are submitted, you’ll sign the Booking Form to confirm your reservation.

For off-plan purchases, developers generally provide structured payment plans, allowing you to spread payments over a fixed schedule.

The first installment usually represents 10–20% of the property’s value.

You’ll also need to cover Dubai Land Department (DLD) fees (similar to notary fees) and administrative charges ($159 – $1,586 depending on the developer).

Accepted payment methods typically include credit card, cash, bank transfer, local checks, and in some cases, cryptocurrency.

The Sales Purchase Agreement (SPA) is the official contract for the sale and purchase of your property. Its terms are pre-approved by the Dubai Land Department to ensure compliance with local laws. Your agent can explain any clause in detail if needed.

You will need to sign two copies of the contract, either electronically or physically.
If physical signatures are required, the documents will be sent to you by courier (e.g., DHL), and you will return both signed copies.

After signing both SPAs, the developer registers the sale with the Dubai Land Department.

You’ll then receive your provisional title deed (Oqood) via email directly from the Dubai Land Department. Be sure to check your inbox regularly and save a copy for your records.

After completing full payment and taking delivery of the property, the Dubai Land Department will issue your final title deed, officially transferring ownership to you.

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