Dubai Property Closing-Cost Calculator

The DLD sale-registration fee is currently listed as 2% for the seller and 2% for the buyer, with additional certificate, map and trustee charges. Contracts often determine the commercial allocation, and buyers must add brokerage, financing and property-specific costs.

Last reviewed: September 30, 2026 · Verify availability and terms before reserving.

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Dubai property closing-cost calculator

Enter the written commercial terms for your transaction. The default 4% registration allocation is a planning assumption; DLD lists 2% for the buyer and 2% for the seller.

Property price (AED)Registration allocation paid by buyerBrokerage rate% plus VATOther transaction costs (AED)

RegistrationAED 60,000

Brokerage + VATAED 31,500

Trustee and listed fixed feesAED 4,720

Estimated acquisition costsAED 96,2206.41% of price

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Excludes financing, valuation, conveyancing, inspection, furnishing, initial service charges and any contract-specific amounts unless entered above. Verify every fee before transfer.

Begin with official registration charges

DLD currently lists a combined 4% sale-registration charge plus specified certificate, map, knowledge, innovation and trustee fees. Confirm the current service page before closing.

Add transaction-specific costs

Brokerage, mortgage registration and valuation, conveyancing, NOC, bank transfer, furnishing and inspection costs vary by purchase.

Keep a post-closing reserve

Initial service charges, maintenance, leasing commission, vacancy and utility setup can require cash soon after transfer.

Property-level information to verify

DLD and trustee charges
Brokerage and professional fees
Mortgage and valuation charges
NOC, inspection and furnishing
Post-closing operating reserve

Primary sources

DLD property sale registration fees

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Educational planning information only. Pricing, fees, rules, availability, exchange rates and financing terms can change. Obtain transaction-specific professional advice.