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Costs and fees.

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The true cost of buying off-plan property in Dubai (2026)

Every fee on a Dubai off-plan purchase, from the 4% DLD charge to service charges, district cooling and the cost of exiting before handover. Includes the February 2025 rule that moved 6% of the price from your mortgage into cash.

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26 Aug 2026

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