{"id":971,"date":"2023-02-13T10:21:25","date_gmt":"2023-02-13T10:21:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/?p=971"},"modified":"2023-02-13T10:21:26","modified_gmt":"2023-02-13T10:21:26","slug":"buying-property-in-dubai-from-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Buying property in Dubai from India: An Insightful Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Dubai has been a popular destination for Indians looking to buy property abroad. With its thriving economy, beautiful skyline, and a vast array of properties to choose from, Dubai has become a hub for Indian real estate investment. In recent years, the UAE has made it easier for foreign nationals to invest in real estate, making it an attractive option for many Indians looking to expand their portfolios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide will cover all the important aspects of buying property in Dubai from India, including the eligibility criteria, costs involved, the buying process, and everything else you need to know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Eligibility_Criteria_for_Indian_nationals_to_buy_property_in_Dubai\" title=\"Eligibility Criteria for Indian nationals to buy property in Dubai\">Eligibility Criteria for Indian nationals to buy property in Dubai<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Costs_involved_in_buying_property_in_Dubai\" title=\"Costs involved in buying property in Dubai\">Costs involved in buying property in Dubai<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Purchase_price\" title=\"Purchase price\">Purchase price<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Agency_fee\" title=\"Agency fee\">Agency fee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Registration_fee\" title=\"Registration fee\">Registration fee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Legal_fees\" title=\"Legal fees\">Legal fees<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#The_Buying_Process\" title=\"The Buying Process\">The Buying Process<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Choose_a_property\" title=\"Choose a property\">Choose a property<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Hire_a_real_estate_agent\" title=\"Hire a real estate agent\">Hire a real estate agent<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Obtain_pre-approval_for_a_mortgage\" title=\"Obtain pre-approval for a mortgage\">Obtain pre-approval for a mortgage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Negotiate_the_purchase_price\" title=\"Negotiate the purchase price\">Negotiate the purchase price<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Sign_the_sale_and_purchase_agreement\" title=\"Sign the sale and purchase agreement\">Sign the sale and purchase agreement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Transfer_the_funds\" title=\"Transfer the funds\">Transfer the funds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Register_the_property\" title=\"Register the property\">Register the property<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Tips_for_buying_property_in_Dubai\" title=\"Tips for buying property in Dubai\">Tips for buying property in Dubai<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Do_your_research\" title=\"Do your research\">Do your research<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Get_a_good_real_estate_agent\" title=\"Get a good real estate agent\">Get a good real estate agent<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Get_pre-approval_for_a_mortgage\" title=\"Get pre-approval for a mortgage\">Get pre-approval for a mortgage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Hire_a_lawyer\" title=\"Hire a lawyer\">Hire a lawyer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Consider_the_location\" title=\"Consider the location\">Consider the location<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Check_the_developers_reputation\" title=\"Check the developer&#8217;s reputation\">Check the developer&#8217;s reputation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Consider_the_rental_potential\" title=\"Consider the rental potential\">Consider the rental potential<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/rpdubai.ae\/buying-property-in-dubai-from-india\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligibility_Criteria_for_Indian_nationals_to_buy_property_in_Dubai\"><\/span>Eligibility Criteria for Indian nationals to buy property in Dubai<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step in buying property in Dubai is to understand the eligibility criteria. Indian nationals are eligible to purchase property in Dubai, provided they meet the criteria set by the UAE government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Costs_involved_in_buying_property_in_Dubai\"><\/span>Costs involved in buying property in Dubai<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The costs involved in buying property in Dubai can vary depending on the type of property, the location, and the developer. Some of the key costs to consider when buying property in Dubai are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Purchase_price\"><\/span>Purchase price <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the cost of the property itself, which can range from a few thousand to several million dirhams, depending on the size, location, and type of property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Agency_fee\"><\/span>Agency fee<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a fee charged by the real estate agent for their services. It is usually 2-3% of the purchase price and is paid by the buyer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Registration_fee\"><\/span>Registration fee <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a fee paid to the Dubai Land Department for registering the property in the buyer\u2019s name. It is usually 4% of the purchase price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legal_fees\"><\/span>Legal fees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This includes fees for drafting the sale and purchase agreement and registering the property. Legal fees can vary depending on the complexity of the transaction and the services required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Buying_Process\"><\/span>The Buying Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The process of buying property in Dubai from India can be broken down into the following steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choose_a_property\"><\/span>Choose a property<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step is to choose the type of property you want to buy. This could be an apartment, a villa, or a townhouse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hire_a_real_estate_agent\"><\/span>Hire a real estate agent<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Hiring a real estate agent can be beneficial as they will guide you through the process and assist with negotiations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Obtain_pre-approval_for_a_mortgage\"><\/span>Obtain pre-approval for a mortgage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan to finance your purchase with a mortgage, you will need to obtain pre-approval from a bank in Dubai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Negotiate_the_purchase_price\"><\/span>Negotiate the purchase price<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have found the property you want to buy, you can negotiate the purchase price with the seller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sign_the_sale_and_purchase_agreement\"><\/span>Sign the sale and purchase agreement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The next step is to sign the sale and purchase agreement, which is a legal document that outlines the terms and conditions of the sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transfer_the_funds\"><\/span>Transfer the funds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the sale and purchase agreement has been signed, you will need to transfer the funds to the seller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Register_the_property\"><\/span>Register the property<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, the property must be registered in the buyer\u2019s name with the Dubai Land Department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_buying_property_in_Dubai\"><\/span>Tips for buying property in Dubai<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_your_research\"><\/span>Do your research<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Before buying property in Dubai, it is important to research the market and understand the different areas and types of properties available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_a_good_real_estate_agent\"><\/span>Get a good real estate agent<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p> Hiring a good real estate agent can be extremely beneficial as they will have the expertise and knowledge to guide you through the process and help you make informed decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_pre-approval_for_a_mortgage\"><\/span>Get pre-approval for a mortgage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan to finance your purchase with a mortgage, it is important to get pre-approval so you have a clear idea of what you can afford and what your monthly repayments will be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hire_a_lawyer\"><\/span>Hire a lawyer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>It is highly recommended that you hire a lawyer to assist with the legal aspects of the buying process, such as reviewing the sale and purchase agreement and registering the property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consider_the_location\"><\/span>Consider the location<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The location of the property is an important factor to consider as it will affect the rental potential, resale value, and overall enjoyment of the property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_the_developers_reputation\"><\/span>Check the developer&#8217;s reputation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When buying off-plan, it is important to research the developer&#8217;s reputation and track record to ensure that they are reputable and that the project is likely to be completed on time and to a high standard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consider_the_rental_potential\"><\/span>Consider the rental potential<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p> If you plan to rent out the property, it is important to consider the rental potential and the demand for rental properties in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Buying property in Dubai from India can be an exciting and profitable venture, provided that you take the time to research the market and understand the process. With its thriving economy, beautiful skyline, and a vast array of properties to choose from, Dubai offers a wealth of opportunities for Indian nationals looking to invest in real estate. Just make sure to follow the steps outlined in this guide and to seek the advice of a real estate agent, lawyer, and mortgage broker to ensure that you make the most informed decisions possible.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dubai has been a popular destination for Indians looking to buy property abroad. 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