Dubai (UAE)
0% Tax, Golden Visa and High Rental Yields
Own property freehold in Dubai and earn a 10-year Golden Visa on purchases above AED 2M. 0% income, property and capital-gains tax; rental yields of 6-9%.
Dubai (United Arab Emirates) is one of the world's fastest-growing property investment hubs. Foreigners can buy freehold in designated zones (Dubai Marina, Downtown, Palm Jumeirah, Business Bay, JVC and more). Key advantages: 0% income/property/capital-gains tax, a USD-pegged stable currency (AED), strong rental yields (6-9%) and a 10-year renewable Golden Visa on purchases above AED 2M. The market is driven by off-plan projects from developers like Emaar, Sobha and Meraas, offering flexible payment plans and capital-growth potential. Note: the UAE does not grant citizenship by investment; the route is the Golden Visa (long-term residency).
Dubai Golden Visa & Residency Routes
10-Year Golden Visa (via Property)
2-Year Investor Residency
Key Facts About Dubai
| Currency | UAE Dirham (AED) — USD-pegged |
|---|---|
| Foreign ownership | Freehold in designated zones |
| Income / property / capital-gains tax | 0% |
| Rental yield | ~6-9% per year |
| Golden Visa | 10 years with AED 2M (2 years with AED 750k) |
| Citizenship programme | None (no citizenship by investment) |
| Prime areas | Marina, Downtown, Palm, Business Bay, JVC |
Dubai Property & Golden Visa FAQ
Can I buy property in Dubai as a foreigner?
Yes. In Dubai's designated freehold zones foreigners can buy property outright in their own name, both off-plan and ready.
How much investment is needed for the Golden Visa?
A property worth at least AED 2,000,000 (~€500,000) grants a 10-year renewable Golden Visa including family. AED 750,000 grants a 2-year investor residency.
Is there any tax in Dubai?
Personal income, property and capital-gains tax are 0%. There is a one-off ~4% DLD transfer fee at purchase plus annual service charges.
Is buying off-plan safe?
With established developers (Emaar, Sobha, Meraas) payments are held in RERA-regulated escrow. Flexible payment plans (e.g. 10/40/50) and capital-growth potential apply. Resida Global guides developer and project selection.
What rental yield can I expect?
Dubai offers some of the world's highest gross rental yields — roughly 6-9% per year depending on area; short-term (holiday) letting is also strong.
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