Dubai property guides
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Visas & tax
Cheapest company formation in Dubai
From AED 4,888 a year. Free zone vs mainland, IFZA vs Meydan vs DMCC, ongoing costs, corporate tax and bank-account opening.
Dubai freelance visa
GoFreelance vs IFZA vs SHAMS vs RAKEZ. Costs from AED 5,750 a year, eligible activities, family sponsorship, and how it interacts with the Golden Visa.
Dubai Golden Visa cost
What a 10-year UAE Golden Visa actually costs in 2026. Property thresholds, every line item, and worked examples for a single buyer and a family of four.
Can Foreigners Buy Property in Dubai? (2026 Answer)
Yes, foreigners can buy property in Dubai. Here is the full 2026 answer: freehold zones, leasehold zones, ownership types, the list of designated freehold areas, and what 'freehold' actually means.
Do I Need a Visa to Buy Property in Dubai? (2026 Answer)
No, you do not need a UAE residence visa to buy property in Dubai. But owning property at AED 2M or more qualifies you for the 10-year Golden Visa. Full answer for foreign buyers.
Dubai Retirement Visa: The Complete 2026 Guide
Everything you need to know about the Dubai Retirement Visa for 2026. Eligibility (55+), financial requirements, application process, family sponsorship, comparison to Golden Visa, and the JRE retirement-relocation desk.
Is Dubai Property Freehold for Foreigners? (2026 Answer)
Yes, Dubai property in designated freehold zones is fully freehold for foreign nationals. Full 2026 answer with the list of freehold areas, what freehold means in Dubai law, and the limits.
Tax Residency in Dubai (2026): The 183-Day Rule and the UAE Tax Residency Certificate
How UAE tax residency actually works in 2026. The 183-day rule, the 90-day variant, the UAE Tax Residency Certificate, breaking residency from the UK / US / India, and what residency does and does not get you.
UAE Corporate Tax for Property Holders: The 2026 Position
How the UAE 9% corporate tax applies to property holders. The AED 375K threshold, free zone vs onshore, personal vs corporate ownership, and when to use a holding structure.
What Are the Property Taxes in Dubai? (2026 Answer)
Dubai has no annual property tax, no capital gains tax for individuals, and no inheritance tax. The only one-time tax-equivalent is the 4% DLD transfer fee at purchase. Full 2026 breakdown.