How much deposit do I need to book an off-plan property in Dubai?

You reserve with an EOI or booking form and a deposit - often a fixed AED 20,000-100,000 at major launches, or about 5-10% of the price. The full down payment is usually 10-20% (frequently 20%). Budgeting around 24-25% at booking is sensible once you add the 4% DLD fee and admin charges. The EOI amount credits toward your down payment.