Dubai off-plan, with the source of every figure.

Yes. In Dubai's designated freehold areas foreign nationals can own property outright, with the title registered at the Dubai Land Department. You do not need UAE residency to buy.

The Dubai Land Department charges 4% of the price to register the sale. Developers usually pass it to the buyer, some include it in the booking payment, and the sale contract decides. Admin and registration charges come on top. Your adviser lists every fee for the specific unit before you commit.

You pay a share on booking, further instalments during construction and the rest at handover. The split differs by project: in the Dubai Creek Harbour and The Heights examples here, 80% of the price is paid in instalments before completion and 20% on completion, per the unit's plan; the construction instalment dates are not published on the pages we cite. Chelsea Residences' Tower C plan splits the price into 20% within three months, 40% during construction and 40% on completion, plus the 4% DLD fee.

It depends on your brief. Compare the unit price, the total cost, when you pay and when you can use the home: off-plan is paid in stages and you wait for handover; with a ready home, when you can move in or rent it out depends on the unit's status and handover. Your adviser compares both against your budget and timing.

Often, yes. Viewings and many steps can be arranged remotely; whether you need a power of attorney or a visit depends on the purchase and the developer's requirements. Ask us which steps apply to the property you choose.

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