{"id":20171,"date":"2026-09-27T20:03:21","date_gmt":"2026-09-27T17:03:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goldenvisasolutions.com\/what-is-freehold-property-in-dubai"},"modified":"2026-09-29T19:32:09","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T16:32:09","slug":"what-is-freehold-property-in-dubai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/goldenvisasolutions.com\/en\/what-is-freehold-property-in-dubai","title":{"rendered":"What is Freehold Property in Dubai?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"20171\" class=\"elementor elementor-20171 elementor-20155\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4a0f578 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4a0f578\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_has_onepagescroll_dot&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9ca4980 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9ca4980\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;Freehold Property&#8221; is one of the terms most frequently encountered by foreign investors in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and especially the Dubai real estate market. This legal status allows foreign nationals (including Turkish citizens) to purchase real estate in Dubai and become 100% full and permanent owners of both the property and the land it stands on, while also serving as the primary gateway to obtaining a 10-Year Dubai Golden Visa.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this guide, we examine in detail the legal framework of freehold property in Dubai, its differences from leasehold, the most popular areas where foreigners can own property, and the current 2026 rules for the 2,000,000 AED Golden Visa investment.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>What is Freehold Property (Full Ownership) in Dubai?<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>Freehold property is a type of ownership that grants the property owner permanent, unrestricted, and 100% legal ownership rights over the share of land on which the property is located, in addition to the residential or commercial unit itself.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Until 2006, property acquisition by foreigners in Dubai was heavily restricted. However, with Law No. 7 of 2006 (Property Registration Law), full ownership rights were granted to foreign nationals who are not citizens of the UAE or the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in designated areas determined by the Ruler of Dubai.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Legal Rights Provided by Freehold Property:<\/b><\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Permanent Ownership:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> There is no expiration date or time limit on the ownership right.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Full Right of Disposal:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The property owner can sell, rent out, mortgage, or transfer the real estate at any time.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Right of Inheritance:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Upon the owner&#8217;s death, the property is directly transferred to their legal heirs (in accordance with DIFC Will or inheritance provisions).<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Access to Residency:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Grants eligibility for a UAE Golden Visa when the minimum investment threshold is met.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-519ab03 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"519ab03\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 style=\"font-family: sans-serif; color: #2c3e50; margin-bottom: 15px;\">Differences Between Freehold vs. Leasehold Ownership<\/h2>\n\n<p style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n    To avoid facing grievances when investing, it is critically important to understand the legal differences between Freehold and Leasehold ownership:\n<\/p>\n\n<style>\n    .property-type-table-container {\n        margin: 20px 0;\n        font-family: sans-serif;\n    }\n    .property-type-table {\n        width: 100%;\n        border-collapse: collapse;\n        background: #fff;\n        border-radius: 8px;\n        overflow: hidden;\n        box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\n    }\n    .property-type-table th {\n        background-color: #2c3e50;\n        color: #ffffff;\n        padding: 15px;\n        text-align: left;\n        font-size: 14px;\n    }\n    .property-type-table td {\n        padding: 12px 15px;\n        border-bottom: 1px solid #edf2f7;\n        font-size: 14px;\n        color: #333;\n        vertical-align: top;\n    }\n    .property-type-table tr:hover {\n        background-color: #f8fafc;\n    }\n\n    \/* Mobile Design (Card View) *\/\n    @media (max-width: 768px) {\n        .property-type-table, .property-type-table tbody, .property-type-table tr, .property-type-table td {\n            display: block;\n            width: 100%;\n        }\n        .property-type-table thead {\n            display: none; \n        }\n        .property-type-table tr {\n            margin-bottom: 15px;\n            background: #ffffff;\n            border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\n            border-radius: 8px;\n            box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\n            padding: 10px;\n        }\n        .property-type-table td {\n            display: flex;\n            flex-direction: column;\n            text-align: left;\n            padding: 8px 10px;\n            border-bottom: 1px solid #f1f5f9;\n            font-size: 13px;\n        }\n        .property-type-table td:last-child {\n            border-bottom: none;\n        }\n        .property-type-table td::before {\n            content: attr(data-label);\n            font-weight: bold;\n            color: #64748b;\n            margin-bottom: 4px;\n            text-transform: uppercase;\n            font-size: 11px;\n            letter-spacing: 0.5px;\n        }\n    }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"property-type-table-container\">\n    <table class=\"property-type-table\">\n        <thead>\n            <tr>\n                <th>Feature<\/th>\n                <th>Freehold Ownership (Full Ownership)<\/th>\n                <th>Leasehold Ownership (Rented Ownership)<\/th>\n            <\/tr>\n        <\/thead>\n        <tbody>\n            <tr>\n                <td data-label=\"Feature\">Ownership Duration<\/td>\n                <td data-label=\"Freehold Ownership\">Indefinite (Forever)<\/td>\n                <td data-label=\"Leasehold Ownership\">Limited between 10 and 99 years<\/td>\n            <\/tr>\n            <tr>\n                <td data-label=\"Feature\">Land Share Ownership<\/td>\n                <td data-label=\"Freehold Ownership\">You own 100% of both the building and the land share.<\/td>\n                <td data-label=\"Leasehold Ownership\">Land ownership belongs to the property owner\/state; only the right of use is leased.<\/td>\n            <\/tr>\n            <tr>\n                <td data-label=\"Feature\">What Happens When Term Expires?<\/td>\n                <td data-label=\"Freehold Ownership\">Ownership remains with you.<\/td>\n                <td data-label=\"Leasehold Ownership\">When the contract period ends, the right of use reverts to the landowner.<\/td>\n            <\/tr>\n            <tr>\n                <td data-label=\"Feature\">Foreign Citizenship<\/td>\n                <td data-label=\"Freehold Ownership\">Permitted in all designated Freehold areas.<\/td>\n                <td data-label=\"Leasehold Ownership\">Offers long-term lease rights in certain areas.<\/td>\n            <\/tr>\n            <tr>\n                <td data-label=\"Feature\">Golden Visa Eligibility<\/td>\n                <td data-label=\"Freehold Ownership\">100% Eligible (subject to min. 2,000,000 AED condition)<\/td>\n                <td data-label=\"Leasehold Ownership\">Not eligible for Golden Visa.<\/td>\n            <\/tr>\n            <tr>\n                <td data-label=\"Feature\">Renovation \/ Modification Rights<\/td>\n                <td data-label=\"Freehold Ownership\">Full freedom within community\/site rules.<\/td>\n                <td data-label=\"Leasehold Ownership\">Subject to the approval of the freeholder (landowner).<\/td>\n            <\/tr>\n        <\/tbody>\n    <\/table>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f89c94b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f89c94b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><b>List of Dubai Freehold Areas for Foreigners<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>The most popular and liquid areas where foreign nationals are permitted to purchase real estate with full ownership by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) include:<\/span><\/p><p><b>Luxury, Coastal, and Downtown Areas (Prime &amp; Coastal)<\/b><\/p><ol><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Downtown Dubai:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The core center featuring the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, with global prestige and high capital appreciation potential.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Palm Jumeirah:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Luxury villa and residence lines located on the world-famous man-made island.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dubai Marina &amp; JBR:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> High-rise apartments with marina views and a coastal strip favored heavily by tourists.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Business Bay:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A business and residential district adjacent to the financial center, offering high rental yields.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A special legal and commercial zone hosting global financial institutions.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><p><b>High Rental Yield &amp; Family-Oriented Residential Hubs<\/b><\/p><ol><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> An inner district favored by investors, boasting one of Dubai&#8217;s highest gross rental yields (7% \u2013 9%).<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dubai Hills Estate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A premium family community highlighted by golf courses, parks, and international schools.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mohammed Bin Rashid City (MBR City \/ Sobha Hartland):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A rapidly growing area near the center with lagoon-concept luxury projects.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A residential area built around lakes, serving as a cost-effective alternative to Business Bay and Marina.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><p><b>Emerging and Off-Plan Investment-Focused Areas<\/b><\/p><ol><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dubai Creek Harbour:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Waterfront projects built by Emaar, dubbed the &#8220;New Downtown.&#8221;<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dubai South (DWC Airport Area):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Long-term capital appreciation targeted areas surrounding Al Maktoum International Airport and Expo City.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Damac Lagoons &amp; Damac Hills:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Expansive living spaces featuring themed villa and townhouse projects.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><h3><b>Freehold Property and Dubai Golden Visa (Current 2026 Rules)<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>Purchasing property in a freehold area paves the way to applying for the<a href=\"https:\/\/goldenvisasolutions.com\/en\/golden-visa-countries\/dubai-golden-visa\"> 10-year Golden Visa offered by the UAE government.<\/a><\/span><\/p><p><b>2026 Real Estate Golden Visa Requirements:<\/b><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Minimum Investment Threshold:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The purchased property (or property portfolio) must have a value approved by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) of at least 2,000,000 AED (~$545,000 USD).<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Combining Multiple Properties:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Investors can buy multiple apartments or shops from freehold areas to reach the 2,000,000 AED threshold and apply based on the total value.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Off-Plan Projects:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Off-plan projects purchased from DLD-approved developers grant Golden Visa eligibility before construction is complete, provided the value on the Oqood (pre-registration) certificate meets the 2M AED mark.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mortgaged Purchases (February 2026 Update):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The previous regulatory requirement of &#8220;at least a 50% down payment&#8221; or &#8220;investing 1 million AED in cash&#8221; has been removed. As long as the total DLD value of the property is 2M AED, Golden Visa applications can also be made for mortgaged properties with a NOC (No Objection Certificate) from the bank.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><b>Privileges Granted to Golden Visa Holders:<\/b><\/p><ol><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>10-Year Independent Residency:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Long-term residence in the UAE without needing a company or employer sponsor.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Extended Family Sponsorship:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ability to sponsor a spouse, sons and daughters of any age, and parents for a 10-year visa.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>No Physical Residency Requirement:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The standard residency rule of &#8220;not staying outside the UAE for more than 6 months&#8221; does not apply to Golden Visa holders. The visa can be kept active by visiting the UAE even just once a year.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tax Exemptions:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> There are no personal income taxes, capital gains taxes, or property purchase\/holding taxes in the UAE.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><h3><b>Purchasing Process and Closing Costs<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>The freehold property acquisition process in Dubai has become fully digitized and transparently regulated.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Step-by-Step Purchase Stages:<\/b><\/p><ol><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Property Selection &amp; Agreement (Form F \/ MOU):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A Memorandum of Understanding outlining purchase terms is signed between the buyer and seller, typically accompanied by a 10% deposit.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Obtaining an NOC (No Objection Certificate):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A document is obtained from the developer confirming that there are no unpaid service charges or dues on the property.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>DLD Title Deed Transfer:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The remaining balance is paid at a Dubai Land Department authorized registration office (Trustee Office), and the official Title Deed is issued in the buyer&#8217;s name.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><p><b>Foreign Buyer Closing Costs (Cost Stack):<\/b><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>DLD Fee:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 4% of the sale price (+ 580 AED administrative fee).<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Trustee Fee:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Approximately 2,000 \u2013 4,000 AED (+ VAT).<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Golden Visa Application Costs:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Totaling approximately 9,400 \u2013 10,400 AED, including medical screening, Emirates ID, and DLD processing fees.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Freehold property in Dubai offers global investors both a tax-free yield gateway and a secure Plan B in Europe\/Middle East. When making your investment decision, verifying the freehold status of your chosen area from DLD records and basing your Golden Visa application on the DLD valuation certificate will ensure a smooth process. Contact us to review available properties within the <a href=\"https:\/\/goldenvisasolutions.com\/en\/golden-visa-countries\/dubai-golden-visa\">UAE Golden Visa<\/a> scope.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This content has been prepared in accordance with the 2026 regulatory updates of the Dubai Land Department (DLD) and the UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP).<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a93d533 at-heading-animation at-animation-heading-none elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a93d533\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-18b0859 elementor-widget elementor-widget-elementskit-faq\" data-id=\"18b0859\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"elementskit-faq.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ekit-wid-con\" >\n                <div class=\"elementskit-single-faq elementor-repeater-item-a3ef42e\">\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-header\">\n                <h2 class=\"elementskit-faq-title\">What is a freehold area?<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-body\">\n                They are specifically designated areas within the UAE where foreign nationals (non-GCC citizens) can fully own, sell, rent, mortgage, donate, or bequeath property, including the land.            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"elementskit-single-faq elementor-repeater-item-37f51d6\">\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-header\">\n                <h2 class=\"elementskit-faq-title\">What is the difference between freehold and leasehold?<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-body\">\n                In freehold, the property and land belong to the owner indefinitely; in leasehold, only the right of use is granted for a fixed period, usually between 30-99 years, and land ownership does not belong to you.            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"elementskit-single-faq elementor-repeater-item-acdf03d\">\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-header\">\n                <h2 class=\"elementskit-faq-title\">Which property type is valid for the Golden Visa?<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-body\">\n                Only freehold properties are eligible for the Golden Visa. Properties with leasehold or usufruct rights are not considered for Golden Visa applications.            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"elementskit-single-faq elementor-repeater-item-e5d7c1c\">\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-header\">\n                <h2 class=\"elementskit-faq-title\">Which areas in Dubai have leasehold\/usufruct status?<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-body\">\n                Areas like Deira, Bur Dubai, Karama, and Satwa offer foreigners only leasehold or usufruct rights and do not provide full ownership (freehold).            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"elementskit-single-faq elementor-repeater-item-825e3e8\">\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-header\">\n                <h2 class=\"elementskit-faq-title\">When did freehold property start in the UAE?<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-body\">\n                It started in Dubai in 2002 in areas such as Emirates Hills, Springs, Meadows, Palm Jumeirah, Discovery Gardens, and JBR, and expanded between 2006-2010 to areas like Downtown, Dubai Marina, Business Bay, Dubai Hills Estate, and JVC.            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"elementskit-single-faq elementor-repeater-item-9ed25af\">\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-header\">\n                <h2 class=\"elementskit-faq-title\">In which emirates outside Dubai can freehold property be purchased?<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-body\">\n                Abu Dhabi (in investment zones such as Saadiyat, Yas, Al Reem, Al Maryah since 2019), Ras Al Khaimah (Al Marjan, Al Hamra, Mina Al Arab), and Ajman (Al Zorah, Ajman Uptown, Al Zahia) offer freehold zones; whereas in Sharjah, usufruct rights up to 100 years and a limited number of freehold options are predominantly available.            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"elementskit-single-faq elementor-repeater-item-7343e2a\">\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-header\">\n                <h2 class=\"elementskit-faq-title\">Is there property tax on freehold properties?<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-body\">\n                No, annual property tax is not applied in any freehold zone; only recurring expenses such as service charges, utility bills, and management fees apply.            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"elementskit-single-faq elementor-repeater-item-b73c9c3\">\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-header\">\n                <h2 class=\"elementskit-faq-title\">Can a Golden Visa be obtained through joint ownership?<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-body\">\n                Yes, Golden Visa applications can also be made through joint ownership, provided that each co-owner individually meets the minimum investment requirement (2 million AED).            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"elementskit-single-faq elementor-repeater-item-9af79a4\">\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-header\">\n                <h2 class=\"elementskit-faq-title\">Are off-plan (under-construction) properties eligible for the Golden Visa?<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-body\">\n                Yes, off-plan properties are also valid for the Golden Visa, provided they are purchased from an approved developer and registered in the Oqood system.            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"elementskit-single-faq elementor-repeater-item-727afe5\">\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-header\">\n                <h2 class=\"elementskit-faq-title\">What happens if I accidentally buy property in a non-freehold area?<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"elementskit-faq-body\">\n                This property does not grant Golden Visa rights, and no matter how high the property value is (even a 5 million AED property), it does not count because a full title deed cannot be obtained. 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