2026 Guide

Buy Property in Dubai

Zero income tax. Golden Visa eligibility. 7-8% rental yields. Here's everything UK and EU investors need to know, from payment plans to FX costs.

0%
Income tax
7-8%
Rental yields
AED 2M
Golden Visa threshold
10yr
Visa duration

Quick Facts

100% foreign ownership allowed in freehold areas
AED pegged to USD at 3.6725 since 1997
No annual property tax only one-time fees
Escrow protection for off-plan payments
5% VAT on commercial residential is exempt
Remote purchase possible via Power of Attorney

Why Dubai Property?

The numbers that make it attractive for overseas investors

Tax Efficiency

Zero income tax, zero capital gains, zero inheritance tax. Rental income is 100% yours.

High Yields

7-8% gross yields in popular areas. Outperforms London (3-4%) and most EU cities.

Golden Visa

AED 2M+ property gets you 10-year residency. Sponsor family. Multiple entry. Work anywhere.

Currency Play

AED-USD peg means USD-correlated returns. Diversify from GBP/EUR exposure.

Payment Plans

Off-plan with 50/50 or post-handover plans. Spread capital over 3-5 years.

Growing Market

Population up 80% in 20 years. Expo legacy. Tourism hub. Demand structural, not speculative.