Foreigners, including Russian citizens, can buy property in Dubai's freehold areas outright. The deal can be done remotely: selection, contract and DLD registration. The payment procedure depends on bank and legal requirements — check it with a company specialist.
Who can buy
In Dubai's freehold areas a foreigner can buy an apartment, villa or townhouse outright. Ownership is registered by the Dubai Land Department (DLD). A residence visa is not needed to buy. How buying relates to a visa: see the Golden Visa guide.
How the deal works
- Choosing a property for your goal: living, letting or holding capital.
- Checking the developer, the project and the broker — see how to check a broker and developer.
- Contract and DLD registration. Much of it can be done remotely — see buying remotely.
- Purchase and ownership costs: buying costs and the yearly cost of owning.
Payment
There are no payment instructions on the site. The payment procedure depends on bank and legal requirements — check it with a company specialist.
Check your tax obligations in your country of tax residence with a tax adviser. This is general information, not legal or financial advice.