Everything you wanted to ask about the UAE.

Standard fees:

• DLD transfer fee — approx. 4% of property value
• Agency fee — approx. 2% + VAT
• NOC fee — developer-issued, AED 500–5,000
• Mortgage registration — if financed (0.25% of loan)
• Admin & trustee fees — AED 4,000–10,000

Kangar itemises every fee upfront — no surprises at closing.

Yes — several UAE banks offer non-resident mortgages, typically at 50–60% LTV. We arrange pre-approval before viewings so you negotiate with confidence.

Rate ranges vary by lender, term and profile. Ask a Kangar adviser for indicative repayments on your specific case.

Property investment above certain thresholds can qualify for UAE Golden Residency (typically AED 2M+ in owned property). We confirm eligibility before you commit and coordinate the visa application if you qualify.

Depends on the goal. Ready property gives immediate rental income and lower risk. Off-plan often offers lower entry pricing and flexible payment plans, but you wait for handover and take on developer risk.

We recommend based on your timeline, cash flow and rental yield goals.

Typical timeline for ready property: 3–6 weeks from offer to title transfer at DLD. Off-plan sales close in days once you sign, but handover follows the developer’s construction schedule.

Yes — UAE-registered companies (mainland or free zone) can hold freehold property. Some offshore structures also work. We coordinate with legal partners to structure ownership for tax, estate and succession considerations.

Commonly 1, 2 or 4 cheques — sometimes 6 or 12 depending on the landlord. Fewer cheques usually secure a better price. We negotiate on your behalf.

Typically 5% of annual rent for unfurnished, 10% for furnished. Fully refundable at end of tenancy subject to property condition — which is why our move-in snagging report matters.

Only within RERA rental index caps and after giving 90 days’ written notice. We monitor your renewal date and negotiate on your behalf if an unlawful increase is proposed.

Building- and community-specific. Some communities are fully pet-friendly, others restrict pets entirely. We check pet policies upfront so you don’t discover a restriction after moving.

Standard contracts include an early-exit clause with 2–3 months’ rent as penalty. We negotiate softer exit clauses into your contract upfront — especially useful for employment-linked moves.

Free-zone company: 5–10 working days after documents are complete. Mainland: 2–3 weeks depending on activity and approvals required. Add another 5–15 days for bank account activation.

Not for most steps. Many free zones support fully-remote incorporation with notarised power of attorney. Bank account opening usually requires one in-person visit — we schedule and coordinate around your travel.

Free-zone typical range: AED 15,000 to AED 35,000 for a 1–2 visa consultancy. Mainland typically AED 25,000 to AED 60,000 depending on activity, office and visa quota. We produce a written itemised estimate before you commit.

Yes — the UAE has tax treaties with all three. We coordinate with local advisers to structure invoicing, banking and repatriation appropriately. Free-zone qualifying income can remain 0% taxed.

Depends on activity, cost target, visa quota needs and banking profile. We compare across 50+ free zones in your route assessment — from IFZA and Meydan to DMCC, DIFC and JAFZA.

Yes — activity amendments are common. Fees and approval timelines vary. We handle amendments at renewal to minimise cost and downtime.

Yes — residency holders can sponsor spouse, children and parents subject to income and dependant-rule thresholds. We coordinate the applications together with your primary visa.

Typical timeline: 7–15 working days for investor/employment residency after the entry permit is issued. Includes medical fitness, Emirates ID and typing centre steps.

Standard residency visas expire if you’re outside the UAE for more than 6 continuous months. Golden Residency has no such restriction — you can be away for years without it lapsing.

Yes — through property investment, salary-based sponsorship, retirement visa (age 55+ with income/property/savings criteria), or as a Golden Residency-eligible professional.

Yes — every licence includes at least one investor/partner residency visa. Additional visas depend on the free-zone package or mainland office size. Family sponsorship becomes available once your residency is issued.

UAE corporate tax is 9% on net profit above AED 375,000. Qualifying free-zone income remains at 0%. We register you with the FTA and coordinate quarterly filings with regulated tax advisers.

Mandatory VAT registration if annual taxable supplies exceed AED 375,000. Voluntary from AED 187,500. VAT rate is 5% — some sectors zero-rated or exempt. We handle registration and quarterly filings.

ESR (Economic Substance Regulations) and UBO (Ultimate Beneficial Owner) filings apply to most UAE entities. Failure to file attracts significant penalties. We track your obligations and file on time.

Within one business day — usually within a few hours during UAE working hours. A real adviser reads and responds, not an auto-responder.

Fixed fees per service, agreed in writing before any work starts. Property brokerage follows standard 2% + VAT market rates. Business setup and advisory carry fixed scoped fees. Full details in our services page.

English, Hindi, Arabic and Urdu across the team. Let us know a preference in your enquiry and we’ll route accordingly.