Dubai connects an expansive market of 2.4 billion consumers 

Dubai’s strategic location makes it one of the world’s most important economic nodes connecting the Middle-East, Asia, Africa and Europe. It is home to a majority of Fortune 500 companies and features amongst the world’s Top 20 Cities Global Power Index 2020 (GPCI).

A truly ‘global city’ with 88.5% of its population comprising of foreign residents 

Dubai is one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world. It has a burgeoning economy that attracts the best talent from across the world. The city not only offers its residents a high standard of living, but also consistently works towards enhancing the quality of life with the ‘Dubai Happiness Agenda’.

Buy-to-let investors can earn lucrative rental yields close to 7% 2

With the ever increasing expat population, there is a continuous demand for new homes. From high-rise apartments and lofts to villas, townhouses and even retirement homes, there are real estate options available for every need and budget. 

0% property tax 

Other than the transaction fee on sale of residential property, there are no other municipal or property tax to be paid. This further reduces cost of ownership.

100% repatriation of capital and profits 

UAE is a tax haven and bestows significant benefits according to the International Tax Competitiveness Index (ITCI). There is no tax levied on any personal income or gains from a real estate transaction, which is another factor that makes Dubai a preferred choice for international investors.

Gateway to residency visa 5

As an added incentive to attract international investors, the government of UAE has introduced new visa laws that fast-track a path to residency. Investors are entitled to a three-year residency visa for investments in real estate assets valued above AED  750,000, a five-year residency visa for investments above AED 5 million and a 10-year residency visa for investments above AED 10 million (subject to certain conditions).