What fees apply when buying commercial property in Dubai?

Expect a 4% DLD transfer fee on the property value - legally split 2% seller / 2% buyer, but usually paid in full by the buyer - plus a trustee/registration fee of about AED 2,000-4,000 (with 5% VAT on that fee), agency commission (typically 2%), and 5% VAT on the sale price for commercial assets. Dubai levies no annual property tax.