How long does a Dubai property purchase take to complete?
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What is the Dubai Land Department (DLD) fee when buying property?
4% of the purchase price, payable to Dubai Land Department at the time of title deed transfer. This is separate from agent commission (typically 2%), mortgage arrangement fee, and conveyancing fees. On a AED 2M property expect total transaction costs of AED 120,000–160,000. DLD fees cannot be negotiated or avoided.
Should I get a snagging inspection before handover?
Yes — always. Snagging is a professional inspection of a new property before you accept handover. Cost is AED 2,000–5,000 depending on property size. Inspectors identify defects in finishes, plumbing, electrics, and HVAC that the developer must fix at no cost. Once you sign the handover acceptance, defects become your responsibility beyond the 12-month defects liability period.