Selling a ready property in Dubai follows a clear process regulated by the Dubai Land Department (DLD). Here are the steps, and what you need at each one.
Step 1: Get a realistic price
Look at what similar homes in your building and area have actually sold for, not just asking prices. Our free [valuation](/valuation) gives you an honest guide price — a starting point, not a promise. You can also check past registered sales through the DLD's official channels.
Step 2: Prepare your documents
Step 3: Listing agreement (Form A)
To market your property, a licensed broker needs your written authorisation — the standard listing agreement (Form A) between you and the brokerage.
Step 4: DLD advertising permit
The broker must get a DLD advertising permit before the property can be advertised. Every ad must show the permit number and QR code, and the details must match the permit. Nobody can legally advertise your home without your consent. Read [how to check a Dubai property ad](/blog/how-to-check-dubai-property-ad-permit).
Step 5: Agree a buyer and sign the MOU (Form F)
When you accept an offer, you and the buyer sign a Memorandum of Understanding (Form F) with the price, deposit, transfer date and who pays which fees. The buyer usually pays a deposit (often 10%), held as agreed in the MOU.
In practice the buyer usually pays the DLD transfer fee, but this and the commission are negotiable — make sure the MOU says clearly who pays what.
Step 6: Developer NOC
Apply to the developer for a No Objection Certificate (NOC). The developer checks that service charges are paid. Fees vary by developer.
Step 7: Clear the mortgage (if any)
If the property is mortgaged, the outstanding loan is paid off — often using the buyer's funds on transfer day — and the bank releases the mortgage.
Step 8: Transfer at a Registration Trustee office
Buyer and seller (or their representatives) meet at a Registration Trustee office. Payments are made, the transfer is registered with the DLD and the new title deed is issued in the buyer's name.
If the property is rented
You can sell a tenanted property — the tenancy usually continues with the new owner. Tell buyers about the tenancy and keep the tenant informed about viewings.
Sell with Al Firouz
We advertise only with a valid DLD permit, show your home to qualified buyers and guide you to transfer day. Get a free [valuation](/valuation) or [contact us](/contact) on +971 4 835 8084. Renting out instead? Read our [landlord guide](/blog/landlord-guide-renting-out-property-dubai).