How is the property registration fee calculated in the United Arab Emirates?

Dubai

   Property value below 500,000 dirhams: Registration fee is 2,000 dirhams plus 5% VAT.

   Property value equal to or above 500,000 dirhams: Registration fee is 4,000 dirhams plus 5% VAT.

   Mortgage transactions: If the buyer purchases the property through a mortgage loan, they also need to pay a mortgage registration fee, which is 0.25% of the mortgage amount plus 290 dirhams.

Abu Dhabi

   Purchasing off-plan properties from developers: Transfer fee is usually an Admin Fee of up to 5,000 dirhams.

   Purchasing resale properties: Transfer fee is 5,250 dirhams.

   Purchasing properties with a loan: Transfer fee is also 5,250 dirhams.