Stamp Duty Calculator AE
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How it works
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Frequently asked questions
How much is the DLD fee in Dubai?
The Dubai Land Department charges a transfer fee of 4% of the property purchase price, plus fixed registration and title-deed fees.
Who pays the transfer fee in Dubai?
Legally it is split 2% buyer and 2% seller, but in practice buyers usually pay the full 4% unless negotiated otherwise.
What is the property transfer fee in Abu Dhabi?
Abu Dhabi applies a transfer fee of about 2% of the property value, with administrative fees that vary.
What other fees apply when buying in Dubai?
A registration fee of AED 4,200 (AED 500,000 and above) or AED 2,100 (below), a title-deed/admin fee of about AED 580, and, for financed purchases, roughly 0.25% of the loan for mortgage registration.
Is there an annual property tax in the UAE?
No. The UAE has no annual property tax, no capital gains tax and no rental income tax on individuals; the main cost is the one-off transfer fee.
Can the 4% DLD fee be financed?
No. Under 2026 rules the transfer and admin fees must be paid in cash at the time of transfer and cannot be added to the mortgage.
Property Transfer Fee Calculator (UAE)
The UAE has no annual property tax, so the main government cost when buying is the one-off transfer / registration fee paid at the time of ownership transfer. The rate depends on the emirate.
Dubai (Dubai Land Department)
The DLD transfer fee is 4% of the purchase price. Under Dubai Law No. 7 of 2006 it is legally split 2% buyer / 2% seller, but market practice is for the buyer to pay the full 4%. Add a property registration fee of AED 4,000 + 5% VAT (AED 4,200) for properties of AED 500,000 or more, or AED 2,000 + VAT (AED 2,100) below that, plus a title-deed/admin fee of about AED 580.
Worked example (AED 1,000,000 in Dubai)
4% transfer fee = AED 40,000, plus AED 4,200 registration and about AED 580 admin = roughly AED 44,780 in government fees.
Abu Dhabi and other emirates
Abu Dhabi applies a transfer fee of about 2%, with administrative charges that vary. If you take a mortgage, a registration fee of about 0.25% of the loan also applies. Rates and fixed fees can change — confirm the current schedule with the DLD or relevant authority before transacting.
Results are estimates for general guidance in United Arab Emirates and may not reflect the latest local rates, fees or rules. Check official sources before making decisions.