Buyers based in Europe
Buy property in Dubai from Europe, without the guesswork
European buyers often look at Dubai for a winter home, a future move or an investment. Whatever the reason, the Dubai process is the same and we run it for you. How the purchase and any income are treated where you live is a question for your own tax adviser.
- Winter home, move or investment
- Viewings and checks handled
- UAE costs set out in writing
Buyers based in Europe
Get my Dubai options
Two quick steps. It takes about a minute.
Sole-mandate, single-side
No dual-agency on any transaction. Conflicts disclosed in writing.
Discretion by default
Off-market sourcing, alias representation, NDA-ready.
Audit-ready paper trail
Mandate, briefs, memos and closing dossier — written, signed, archived.
Outcomes
What we do for European buyers
Purpose first
A holiday home, a future base and a pure investment point to different communities.
Lifestyle and practicalities
Climate, travel, management while you are away and holiday home rules explained.
Checks
Developer, title, service charges and the seller’s position reviewed.
A remote purchase
Contract, payments and registration coordinated across borders.
Get your Dubai options from Europe
How it works
4 steps, one adviser
- 1
Brief
Purpose, budget and timing.
- 2
Shortlist
Matched communities and homes.
- 3
View
On a short visit or by video.
- 4
Buy
Negotiation, transfer and handover to management if needed.
Why Belgrave
How we compare
| Aspect | Belgrave Estates | Typical high-street approach |
|---|---|---|
| Who you deal with | One named senior advisor from first call to completion | Handed between valuer, negotiator and progression team |
| Conflicts of interest | Single-side representation; conflicts disclosed in writing | Often acts for both sides of the same deal |
| Fees | Fee model disclosed in writing before you sign anything | Headline rate, extras discovered later |
| Discretion | Off-market and NDA-ready campaigns available | Portal-first by default |
| Paper trail | Mandate, briefs and closing dossier written and archived | Calls and emails, little written record |
How our fees work
Fee structure agreed in writing before the mandate starts. Our conduct and fees.
After you enquire
What happens next
- 01
A senior adviser reads it
Your request goes to a senior adviser on the right desk, not a call centre or an automated sequence.
- 02
A personal reply within one working day
By phone, WhatsApp or email, whichever you prefer. Tell us a good time and we will keep to it.
- 03
A clear plan, no obligation
You get our view and the next steps in plain terms. Whether to go ahead is entirely your decision.
FAQ
Buyers based in Europe: your questions answered
Can’t find what you’re looking for?Talk to our team.
Can Europeans buy property in Dubai?
Yes. Foreign nationals can buy in designated freehold areas.
Will I pay tax at home on a Dubai property?
That depends on your country of residence. Please take advice from a qualified tax adviser where you live.
Can I use it as a holiday home and let it when I am away?
Sometimes, subject to holiday home permits and the building’s rules. See our holiday home management page.
Can I get a mortgage as a non-resident?
Some lenders offer this, subject to their criteria. We introduce you to lenders or brokers; we do not give mortgage advice.
What are the UAE buying costs?
The DLD transfer fee of 4% of the price is the main one, plus registration and agency fees.
Does buying give me residency?
Property can be relevant to some residency routes. Eligibility is set by the authorities and changes, so see our Golden Visa page and take advice.
How do you charge?
Our fee structure is agreed in writing before the mandate starts.
Still deciding? Ask a senior adviser directly.
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Ready when you are
Get your Dubai options from Europe
A shortlist matched to your purpose, with UAE costs in writing. No obligation.
- No obligation, ever
- A personal reply within one working day
- One named senior partner throughout
Private and discreet. Your details are never sold, shared or added to a marketing list.