Which areas of Dubai can foreigners buy freehold property in?
Foreigners can buy freehold only in designated zones, dozens of them, including Dubai Marina, Downtown Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, Business Bay, JVC, Dubai Hills and Arabian Ranches. Older districts such as Deira, Bur Dubai and Al Karama are generally restricted to UAE/GCC nationals or offered leasehold only. The exact freehold list is set by DLD and changes over time — verify current status.
Rules and eligibility criteria change — confirm the current position with the relevant authority before acting. This is general information, not legal advice.
Figures here are indicative as of July 2026 and set by third parties (government, banks, developers) — confirm the current amount before relying on it.
