Seller's Guide Dubai | How to Sell Property in Dubai

When Is the Right Time to Sell?

Dubai's property market moves in cycles. Useful indicators include recent DLD transaction volumes and prices for comparable homes, rental demand in your community, and new supply nearby. UNIQ provides a market valuation based on recent comparable sales to help you decide.

Step-by-Step Selling Process

Get a Valuation

UNIQ will assess your property against recent comparable sales in your community, current market conditions and your property's unique features.

List Your Property

Once you sign Form A (the DLD listing agreement), we obtain a DLD advertising permit for your property and list it on Bayut, Property Finder and our own website with professional photography. Every advert shows its permit number and Madmoun QR code.

Viewings

We manage all viewing requests, vet buyers for financial readiness, and handle all communication on your behalf.

Receive an Offer

Once a buyer is found, we present the offer and negotiate to achieve the best possible price for you.

Sign the MOU

Both parties sign the Memorandum of Understanding. The buyer typically pays a 10% deposit held securely.

Obtain NOC

We apply to your developer for a No Objection Certificate. This confirms no outstanding service charges and typically takes 5–15 working days.

Transfer at DLD

Both parties attend a Trustee Office. The title deed transfers, funds are released to you, and the sale is complete.

How UNIQ Markets Your Property

Listed on Bayut

Listed on Property Finder with premium placement

Featured on uniqrealty.co

WhatsApp updates to buyers who have opted in to hear from us

Social media promotion on Instagram

Introductions to registered buyers who have asked us to contact them

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there capital gains tax in Dubai?

No. Dubai has no capital gains tax, no income tax on rental income, and no inheritance tax. Your home country may tax gains or income, so check with a qualified tax adviser.

What is an NOC and how long does it take?

A No Objection Certificate is issued by your property developer confirming no outstanding service charges. It typically takes 5–15 working days and costs AED 500–5,000 depending on the developer.

Who pays the agent commission when selling?

In Dubai, the seller pays 2% agent commission and the buyer also pays 2% to their agent. Each party pays their own agent.

Can I sell a mortgaged property?

Yes. The existing mortgage is discharged at transfer using the buyer's funds. If the buyer is also using a mortgage, both banks coordinate the discharge and registration simultaneously.