Do I pay tax if I flip Dubai properties frequently?
Occasional sales by an individual are treated as tax-free personal gains. But frequent, systematic buying and selling with a profit motive can qualify as a business needing a trade licence, and once that licensed activity's turnover exceeds AED 1 million a year, profits fall under 9% corporate tax. The trigger is whether a licence is required, not the profit size alone.
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.