For individuals holding property personally, the UAE charges no personal income tax on rent and no capital gains tax on resale, a major reason net yields beat most global cities. The real costs are the one-off ~4% DLD transfer fee at purchase, agency fees, and annual service charges. Residential rent is VAT-exempt; the 9% corporate tax generally applies only to business activity.
Figures here are indicative as of July 2026 and set by third parties (government, banks, developers) — confirm the current amount before relying on it.
