Real Estate Registration Trustee and Property Transfer

A Real Estate Registration Trustee is an entity officially licensed by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) to carry out and register real estate transactions on its behalf. Trustee offices are authorised to handle property registration, title deed transfers, mortgage registration, and issuance of official ownership documents. EGSH is a certified real estate registration trustee, providing secure and legally compliant registration support directly through the DLD system.

Trustee offices process a wide range of property-related procedures, including: — Property transfer (sale, inheritance, gift) — Mortgage registration and release — Title deed issuance and updates — Ejari registration for lease contracts — Verification of No Objection Certificates (NOCs) — Other official real estate transactions approved by DLD EGSH ensures each transaction is submitted, verified, and completed in compliance with Dubai real estate regulations.

An approved trustee office is a service provider licensed and authorised by the Dubai Land Department to register property transactions on its behalf. These offices follow DLD protocols, fee structures, and document verification requirements. EGSH is an approved property registration trustee, offering fully compliant and secure services to individuals, investors, and companies.

To transfer property ownership, both the seller and buyer must appear at an authorised DLD trustee office with the required documents. EGSH facilitates the full process — including identity verification, contract review, document preparation, DLD fee calculation, and final submission. Once approved, the new title deed is issued on-site or electronically.

The property registration process at a trustee office of the Dubai Land Department is designed to be fast, secure, and legally transparent. At EGSH, the process begins with a consultation: our specialist reviews your case, confirms the transaction type (sale, gift, inheritance, etc.), and provides a clear list of required documents. We assist in preparing and verifying all paperwork, including the sale agreement, title deed, identification, and NOC if needed. Once the documents are complete, official DLD and trustee fees are calculated and paid directly at our office. We then submit your transaction electronically through the DLD system. In standard cases, the new title deed is issued without delay. If additional approvals are required, we ensure smooth processing until final completion. EGSH ensures that every stage required for additional approvals of your property registration is handled accurately, securely, and in full compliance with Dubai Property Law—saving you time and avoiding complications.

No, Dubai Land Department property registration cannot be completed online for most transactions. While some preliminary steps, such as document inquiries, NOC requests, and fee calculations, can be initiated through DLD’s online platforms or mobile apps, the final ownership registration still requires in-person verification and submission through an authorised trustee office. EGSH, as an approved DLD trustee office, handles all stages of the process for you. We guide you from the initial consultation through document preparation, fee settlement, and formal submission to DLD. This ensures that your registration is accurate, legally compliant, and completed without unnecessary delays — even when part of the process begins online. For most transactions, visiting a trustee’s office remains essential to verify identities, collect signatures, and issue the official title deed.

To operate legally in Dubai’s real estate sectors, brokerages, property suppliers, and agents must be registered with the Dubai Land Department (DLD) and obtain the necessary approvals. This includes applying for a real estate office registration certificate, completing property supplier registration, property vendor registration, or property agent registration, depending on your business type. EGSH supports companies and professionals with documentation review, application processing, and formal submission through the DLD system. As a trusted registration partner, we ensure your business is listed correctly and complies with all regulatory requirements.

Required documents generally include: — Original title deed — Valid Emirates ID or passport — A signed sale or gift agreement — No Objection Certificate (if applicable) — Power of attorney (if acting on behalf of another party) — Company documents (for corporate transactions) EGSH verifies and prepares the full documentation package for submission to the trustees' office in Dubai, ensuring nothing is missed or delayed.

Dubai Land registration fees are government-mandated charges collected when registering a property transaction. By law, a 4% transfer fee is applied to the declared property value, typically split between buyer and seller unless otherwise agreed. Depending on the transaction type, other charges may apply in addition to the transfer fee, such as the property title registration fee, trustee service fees, administrative charges, and documentation costs. All fees are set and regulated by the Dubai Land Department and must be paid at the time of submission through an authorised trustee office. At EGSH, we provide clients with a clear and detailed fee breakdown before processing begins, ensuring complete transparency and compliance at every step. If you are planning a transaction, we recommend visiting EGSH to assess Dubai land registration fees and trustee service charges accurately based on your specific case.