Property Gifting in Dubai — 0.125% DLD Fee to Family Members | E-Notary Dubai

What Is a Property Gift Transfer in Dubai?

A property gift transfer (هبة عقارية) in Dubai is the transfer of ownership of a real estate property from one person to a first-degree relative — without a sale price — through Dubai Land Department (DLD). When done correctly between first-degree relatives, the DLD transfer fee is 0.125% of the property value instead of the standard 4%.

• →Father or mother to son or daughter
• →Son or daughter to father or mother

Who Qualifies as a First-Degree Relative for the Reduced Fee?

Husband to wife (and vice versa)Father or mother to son or daughterSon or daughter to father or motherSecond-degree relatives (siblings, grandparents, aunts/uncles, cousins) do not qualify for the 0.125% rate. Gifts between them are treated as a sale at 4%.

• →Original title deed of the property
• →Passport copies of both donor and recipient

Documents Required for a Property Gift Transfer

Yes. If the donor or recipient cannot be present at DLD, a notarized Property Gifting Power of Attorney can authorize a named representative to complete the transfer on their behalf. The POA must specifically mention the property and the gift transfer.

• →UAE residence visa and Emirates ID (if UAE residents)
• →No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the developer (for off-plan or strata properties)

The Process at Dubai Land Department

• →Property Gifting POA (if either party cannot be present at DLD)

Can This Be Done via POA if One Party Is Abroad?

• →Marriage certificate or birth certificate proving the first-degree relationship