Public Auction Sale Permit in Dubai – Legal Authorisation from DLD

A public auction sale permit in Dubai is an official authorisation issued by the Dubai Land Department (DLD). It is required for companies that intend to organise public auction real estate in the UAE, whether physical or electronic, to ensure the process complies with Dubai’s real estate laws. The permit authorises the auction process to be supervised by DLD, protecting the legal rights of sellers, buyers, and financial stakeholders. It ensures auction transparency, legal compliance, and accurate property sale registration. Only licenced auction organisers and authorised entities can apply for this permit before conducting a real estate auction in Dubai. The application is submitted through the DLD system, and the permit is issued within two business days after the document has been verified. EGSH assists companies in preparing the required documents, applying through DLD’s system, and securing the public auction permit efficiently and in full compliance with UAE law.

To apply for a Dubai Land Department (DLD) auction permit in the UAE, companies must follow an official procedure regulated by the DLD’s Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA). The process applies to public and e-auctions of real estate, ensuring the auction is legally compliant and supervised by the relevant authorities. The standard procedure is as follows: — Prepare the required documents, which include a formal application letter, a valid title deed, a property map, and an official property valuation certificate. — Submit your application: File the permit request through an authorised Real Estate Registration Trustee Centre, such as EGSH, or directly via the DLD innovative system. — Pay the government fees: All auction-related service fees must be settled as part of the application. — Receive the permit: Once the DLD completes the review and compliance check, the auction permit is issued within two business days. EGSH assists companies in obtaining real estate auction permits in Dubai by preparing and submitting complete applications, verifying documents, and ensuring the process complies with all Dubai auction requirements.

A real estate auction licence, also known as a public auction sale permit, is the official authorisation from the land department that allows companies to organise property sales through public or electronic auctions in Dubai. This licence is issued by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) to ensure that all auctions are conducted transparently, legally, and under government supervision. The licence is mandatory for: — Real estate companies selling properties at auction — Developers auctioning repossessed or trust-held assets — Courts conducting judicial property sales — Government entities handling public property auctions Without this permit, companies cannot legally organise or promote real estate auctions in Dubai. The DLD and RERA oversee the process to ensure each auction complies with real estate laws and protects the rights of sellers, buyers, and financial stakeholders. EGSH assists companies in securing this licence efficiently, ensuring all requirements are met and the auction process is conducted in a legally authorised manner.

To organise an auction in Dubai, companies must follow the official procedure set by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) and the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA). The main steps include: — Apply for the Auction Permit: Apply to the DLD, including property details, ownership documents, and valuation certificates. — Prepare the Property Listing: Ensure the property’s legal status is verified and the title deed, property map, and valuation are up to date. — Announce the Auction: Publish the auction details in accordance with DLD regulations, specifying the auction date, location (whether physical or online), and terms of sale. — Conduct the Auction: Hold the auction in compliance with DLD and RERA regulations, ensuring transparency and open bidding. DLD supervises the auction process to protect the interests of all parties. — Register the Sale: After the auction, complete the property transfer and title deed registration through the DLD. EGSH supports companies at every stage of organising a property auction in Dubai, from preparing the permit application to finalising the legal property transfer.

In Dubai, only companies and authorised entities holding a valid e-auction real estate permission from the Dubai Land Department (DLD) can legally organise electronic property auctions. The following entities are eligible to hold e-auctions: — Licenced real estate companies registered with the DLD — Property developers selling repossessed or unsold units — Courts conducting judicial property sales — Government bodies managing public property disposals Each e-auction must follow an approved auction control procedure, ensuring the process is transparent, secure, and supervised by DLD. The auction permit must be obtained before announcing or conducting any e-auction activity. EGSH assists companies in obtaining the necessary e-auction permission and coordinates the complete legal preparation for holding compliant electronic real estate sales in Dubai.

Developers in the UAE must obtain approval for the sale of public property from the Dubai Land Department (DLD) before conducting a real estate auction. This permit authorises the sale of properties through a public or electronic auction and ensures full compliance with real estate laws and RERA regulations. The steps are as follows: — Prepare the required documents, which include the property’s title deed, official valuation certificate, property map, and a formal application letter from the developer. — Submit the permit application: File the request for a public auction sale permit through an authorised Real Estate Registration Trustee Centre EGSH or directly via the DLD innovative system. — Pay the government fees: All mandatory costs for auction authorisation and compliance review must be settled at the time of submission. — Receive the permit: Upon successful document verification and approval, the developer receives the public auction permit. EGSH assists property developers with preparing documentation, submitting applications, and securing the required public property sale approval to organise legally compliant real estate auctions in Dubai.

Both the public auction permit and the electronic property auction permit are official authorisations issued by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) to regulate property sales through auctions. The difference lies in the auction format and the applicable RERA auction control procedures. — Public Auction Permit: Authorises companies to conduct in-person, physical real estate auctions in Dubai. These events are typically held at an approved venue and must comply with DLD’s public sale procedures and auction supervision rules. — Electronic Property Auction Permit: Grants permission to hold an e-auction, where bidding takes place online through DLD’s approved digital platforms. This format is subject to additional cybersecurity, bidder registration, and electronic compliance requirements. In both cases, the DLD and RERA supervise the auction process to ensure transparency, protect the legal interests of all parties, and prevent fraud. EGSH assists companies in obtaining the correct type of auction permit, ensuring compliance with all auction control procedures and legal standards in Dubai.

The Dubai Land Department (DLD) typically issues auction clearance within two business days after receiving a complete application. This timeline applies to both public and electronic real estate auctions in Dubai. The auction clearance process includes: — Verifying property ownership and legal status — Reviewing the title deed, property map, and valuation certificate — Assessing compliance with the auction control procedure in the UAE regulations — Issuing the official permit to hold Dubai auctions EGSH assists companies in preparing a comprehensive application to avoid delays and ensures that your auction permit is issued promptly, in full compliance with DLD and RERA requirements.

Individuals cannot directly apply for a property auction licence in the UAE. In Dubai, only licenced companies, developers, courts, or authorised government entities are permitted to organise real estate auctions. Private property owners who wish to sell their property through an auction must appoint a licenced real estate company or an authorised auction organiser. This company will handle the entire application process, including property verification, permit submission, and compliance with the auction control procedure in the UAE.

A property auction permit issued by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) is valid for a single auction event. This means the permit covers only the specified property, auction date, and format (public or electronic) approved during the application process. If a company plans to organise another Dubai auction property sale, it must submit a new application and obtain a separate auction permit from the DLD. This ensures that each auction event remains compliant with the latest property ownership status, valuation, and legal requirements. EGSH assists companies in managing timely applications, renewals for postponed auctions, and reapplications for subsequent property auctions, ensuring full compliance with auction control and supervision procedures in Dubai.

To renew or amend an existing auction service licence in Dubai, companies must submit an updated application through the auction registration DLD system. This applies when extending the validity of a previously approved auction permit, changing property details, adjusting the auction date, or modifying the auction format (from public to electronic or vice versa). The renewal or amendment process includes: — Submitting a formal request letter explaining the reason for renewal or amendment — Providing updated documents, such as a new property valuation if the original has expired — Confirming the revised auction details (e.g., property status, participants, or venue) All changes are subject to approval by the Dubai Land Department and must comply with the applicable auction control procedures in the UAE and the auction compliance regulations in Dubai. EGSH assists companies in submitting renewal or amendment requests efficiently, ensuring the auction permit remains valid and legally compliant.