Sell property in Dubai
Selling property in Dubai can be quick and profitable when it is priced right and marketed to the correct buyers. Dubai charges no capital gains tax, so more of your sale price stays with you. Capital Gain helps you sell with honest, data-led pricing, targeted marketing, and full support from listing to transfer, so you get a fair result without the stress.
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Why us
Why sell with Capital Gain
The process
How to sell property in Dubai, step by step
Get an honest valuation
We assess your property against current market data and agree a realistic asking price with you.
Sign the listing agreement
We formalise the arrangement so we can market and represent your property properly.
Market to the right buyers
We prepare quality photography and listings and promote your property to genuine buyers and investors.
Review offers and negotiate
We bring you every offer, advise on each, and negotiate to protect your price.
Sign the sale agreement
Buyer and seller sign the sale agreement, and the buyer pays a deposit to commit.
Clear the way for transfer
We arrange the developer's No Objection Certificate, and if you have a mortgage, we coordinate the settlement and liability letter.
Transfer at the DLD
Ownership passes to the buyer at the trustee office, and you receive your funds.
Costs
What it costs to sell property in Dubai
Selling costs in Dubai are modest, and one of the biggest advantages is what you do not pay.
| Item | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Capital gains tax | None. Dubai charges no capital gains tax on property, so your profit stays with you. |
| Developer NOC fee | A one-time fee paid to your developer to confirm the property is clear for transfer. This varies by developer. |
| Mortgage settlement (if financed) | If you have a mortgage, you settle the outstanding balance before transfer. Your bank issues a liability letter, and an early settlement fee may apply under Central Bank rules. |
| Service charge clearance | Any outstanding community service charges must be cleared before the NOC is issued. |
| Agency commission | Selling through an agency in Dubai involves a commission, a standard part of the market. We explain all costs clearly before you commit. |
Based on standard Dubai market practice and current rules. NOC fees and mortgage terms vary by developer and bank. Last reviewed: [add date before launch].
Off-plan resale
Selling off-plan property before completion
You can often sell an off-plan property before it is completed, through what is known as an assignment or resale. The rules depend on your developer, who usually requires a minimum percentage of the price to be paid before they allow a transfer, and charges an NOC fee to approve it.
Timing matters here. Selling at the right stage of construction, and the right point in the market, can make a real difference to your return. We guide you through the developer's requirements and position your unit to the right buyers.
Explore off-planQuestions
Common questions about selling property in Dubai
In short: agree a realistic price based on market data, sign a listing agreement, market the property to genuine buyers, negotiate offers, then sign the sale agreement, obtain the developer's NOC, and transfer ownership at the DLD. We manage each step and keep you informed throughout.
Selling costs are modest. You pay a developer NOC fee, clear any outstanding service charges, and settle your mortgage if you have one. An agency commission also applies. Crucially, Dubai charges no capital gains tax, so your profit on the sale stays with you.
No. Dubai does not charge capital gains tax on property sales, and there is no annual property tax. This is one of the market's strongest advantages for sellers and investors, as your gains are not eroded by tax the way they are in many other countries.
It varies. A well-priced property in a liquid area can attract offers within weeks, while others take longer depending on price, location, and market conditions. Honest pricing from the start is the single biggest factor in a quicker sale, which is where our data-led approach helps.
Often, yes. Many developers allow off-plan resale once a minimum percentage of the price is paid, subject to their approval and an NOC fee. The rules vary by developer. We guide you through the requirements and help you time the sale well.
Yes. You do not need to be a UAE resident to sell property you own in Dubai. Much of the process can be handled remotely, including through a representative where needed. We support overseas sellers through each step to transfer.
Thinking of selling in Dubai?
Tell us about your property and we will give you an honest view of its value and the best way to sell it, with no pressure.