Your UAE Real Estate Questions Answered
Is it legal for Indians to invest in Dubai?
Yes, Indians are the number 1 demographic that purchased Dubai property in 2025 (22% of buyers).
What is the smallest ticket size to enter the market?
The smallest entry point for an investment grade property is ₹1.8 Cr and you only need 20% as a downpayment to get started, the balance is paid over 3-4 years during and even post construction.
What is the Golden Visa?
The golden visa is the UAE’s long term residency program for investors, It’s valid for 10 years and it’s renewable. You can sponsor your spouse, kids, parents and even domestic help.
How much do I need to invest to get the Golden Visa?
To get the golden visa via investment, you need to invest in either a single or multiple properties worth at least AED 2 Million Dirhams ( ₹4.9 Crore ), however, you only need to pay 20% + 4% Dubai Land Department fee and you can apply for the Golden Visa.
Do I have to declare my assets in Dubai?
Yes, you have to declare it.
Who will manage my property and deal with my tenant once it’s ready?
If you invest through us and get your unit rented out via us, we will manage the property for you at no additional cost, charges will only be on actuals eg: cost of new lightbulb to replace the old broken one.
Which developers do you work with?
We work with the top developers like Emaar, Nakheel, Meeras, Ellington, Sobha, Omniyat, etc. In total we work with over 40+ developers.
I heard some Indians got an ED notice after investing in Dubai.
Yes, a few Indians got ED notices as they were non-compliant with FEMA and RBI regulations and were misled by some Dubai agents who aren’t familiar with the Indian regulations. Our CAs & FEMA team ensures that you are fully-compliant before sending a single rupee.
Which are the best upcoming areas to invest in?
We like several upcoming areas like Dubai Islands, Dubai Maritime city, Dubai Land, Meydan Horizon, Dubai Creek, Dubai south, Expo city, etc.
Do you also do other Emirates besides Dubai?
Yes, we also do Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah.
Can I take a loan to invest in a Dubai property?
Indian residents aren’t allowed to borrow money and invest in properties overseas as per Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), however, NRIs can borrow and invest. Dubai Developers have post handover payment plans that allow you to pay a substantial portion of the property through the rent.
Can I invest via a corporate entity?
Yes we can discuss corporate structures at length in our office, let’s fix up a time to meet in our office.
Is my Money safe in Dubai?
Yes, Dubai RERA has been in place since 2012 and we only make payments to the builders escrow account which is monitored by the UAE government, the builders are only allowed to withdraw the funds for approved construction related activities only. RERA helps protect investor capital flowing into the country.
Can you help me open a bank account in Dubai?
Yes, we can assist with this.
Where is your office?
Earnest house, Nariman Point (India office)
Anantara Towers, Business Bay (Dubai office)
Will you help me exit/sell my property?
Yes, we will guide you on when is the best time to sell and exit the investment.
Do you recommend any Danube projects?
No, we generally don’t recommend any properties by Danube.
Have you guys yourself invested in Dubai?
Yes of course, our Founders Aditya and Mahesh have their own portfolio of properties they’ve invested in.
How long have you guys been doing this?
For over a decade.
What are your fees/brokerage/commissions?
At no point do you pay us anything, our expertise and guidance comes at no additional cost to you, when you invest, the builder pays us, when you rent out your property, the tenant pays us, we manage it for you at no additional cost and when you sell the buyer pays us.
Can I speak with some of your clients?
Yes, please visit our office, we’ll make you meet our clients.