How do I get a real estate licence in Dubai?

To apply for a real estate licence in Dubai, you must register a business activity with the Dubai DET, then activate it in the DLD Trakheesi system. Some activities also require a RERA certificate or professional practice card.

How do I apply for a real estate licence in Dubai if my business is located in a free zone?

You must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your respective free zone authority to apply for a Real Estate licence as a free zone company. This NOC must be submitted as part of your application through the Trakheesi system on the DLD portal. Once the NOC is approved, you can proceed with registration and select the real estate activity you wish to conduct.

How long does it take to obtain a real estate licence in Dubai?

Under standard conditions, the real estate licence in Dubai is issued within one business day once all documents are verified and government fees are paid.

Is a real estate licence required for real estate activities in Dubai?

A real estate licence is mandatory for all regulated real estate activities in Dubai, including brokerage, leasing, property management, development, and consultancy. Each activity must be specifically listed on the licence issued through the DET and registered in the DLD Trakheesi system. Without a valid licence, conducting such activities is illegal.

What types of activities are covered under a Real Estate licence in Dubai?

There are multiple regulated activities under real estate licensing in Dubai, including brokerage, leasing, development, property management, consultancy, and others. Each activity requires a separate selection during the licence application and may involve specific compliance requirements and supporting documents.

Are RERA licences and real estate licences in Dubai the same thing?

No. A real estate licence is a commercial licence issued through the DET and registered with DLD. It authorises a company to operate legally in specific real estate activities in Dubai. Individual professionals, such as brokers, property managers, and consultants, must additionally obtain a Professional Practice Card from RERA, the regulatory arm of DLD. This card certifies their eligibility to work in the real estate sector under a licensed company.

Can I register a new real estate business in Dubai and apply for a licence simultaneously?

Registering a new real estate business in Dubai is a sequential process. Before the Dubai DET issues the commercial licence, you must obtain pre-approval from RERA for the selected real estate activities. The standard process includes name reservation, activity selection, RERA pre-approval, and final licence issuance.

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Official DLD and RERA Licensing Support for Real Estate Businesses

Complete your real estate licence application at EGSH, an authorised Real Estate Services Trustee Centre under the Dubai Land Department (DLD).

Our consultants coordinate directly with RERA and the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) to process your brokerage, property management, valuation, or development licence quickly and in full compliance with all official requirements.

All submissions are handled through the DLD Trakheesi system, ensuring secure data processing and immediate verification.

Why choose EGSH:

Authorised by the Dubai Land Department
One-visit application and processing
VIP service without queues
Full compliance with RERA and DET standards

The service is carried out strictly at official government rates and completed through DLD’s secure licensing platform.

Official DLD and RERA Licensing Support for Real Estate Businesses

Contact EGSH

Visit our authorised centre during working hours—no prior appointment required. You may also book your visit online at a convenient time.

Document Review

Our consultants verify your eligibility and prepare the required documentation, including DET approvals, NOC (if applicable), and activity selection for RERA registration.

Application Submission

We submit your real estate licence application through the Trakheesi system and coordinate with the DET and RERA for approval on your behalf.

Receive Your Licence

Once approved, you receive your official real estate licence in Dubai electronically within one business day—ready for activation and legal operation.

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You can stop by EGSH during working hours without an appointment or book your visit at a time that suits you best.

Address
Art of Living Mall, Al Barsha 2, Dubai

Operating hours
Monday — Saturday: 9:00 am — 5:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

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No-Objection Letter

Free zone licences are required; the relevant licensing authority must issue them.

Proof of Premises

Ejari tenancy contract or title deed confirming business premises, depending on the licenced activity.

Agreement with DLD

Mandatory for registrar and service centre licences; signed with DLD.

Bank Guarantee

AED 5M guarantee required for licences involving third-party property management.

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VIP Service

Personal assistance and priority processing with no queues.

Affordable Fees

Official government rates with transparent, fixed pricing.

All Services in One Place

Comprehensive range of UAE government services under one roof.

One-Visit Completion

Most procedures are completed in a single visit to the centre.

What Is a Real Estate Licence in Dubai

A real estate licence in Dubai is an official commercial licence issued by the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) that permits individuals or companies to legally engage in regulated real estate activities within the Emirate.

Each licensed activity must then be registered in the Dubai Land Department (DLD) system via Trakheesi, the official electronic platform managed by the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA). This step ensures that the licence is valid for all transactions and recognised under Dubai’s property laws.

A real estate licence is mandatory for all entities conducting brokerage, development, property management, valuation, leasing, consultancy, surveying, promotion, or auction services. The licensing framework, developed under Law No. (7) of 2006 Concerning Real Property Registration, ensures transparency and regulatory control over Dubai’s real estate sector.

Key Requirements for Real Estate Licence Registration

All real estate licensing procedures in Dubai are jointly supervised by DET and DLD/RERA.
To obtain approval, applicants must:

Register the company activity with the DET (mainland or free-zone jurisdiction, as applicable).
Activate the approved activity within the DLD Trakheesi system.
Obtain the relevant RERA certification or practice card, where required, for brokers, valuers, or property managers.

Licences for specific regulated roles, such as Real Estate Services Trustee, Registration Trustee, or Promotion Trustee, require the applicant to sign an official agreement directly with DLD.

Free-zone companies must also attach a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their licensing authority before activation in Trakheesi.

Eligibility Criteria and Special Conditions

Eligibility extends to UAE nationals, residents, and foreign investors who meet the qualification and financial requirements set by DLD and DET.

Some activities carry additional regulatory conditions:

Real Estate Development – requires proof of land ownership for the project site.
Third-Party Property Management – requires a bank guarantee of AED 5 million and a minimum of 20 administrative employees per branch.
Private Property Management – limited to properties owned by the licence holder or second-degree relatives, as defined by Local Order No. (2) of 2003.
Owners’ Association Supervision – requires company and employee registration with RERA before operations commence.

These provisions ensure that only qualified applicants with verified capacity and compliance history may hold a real estate licence in Dubai.

Official DLD and DET Fees for Real Estate Licence

The following annual government fees apply, depending on the selected real estate activity:

AED 5,000 – for standard activities (brokerage, consultancy, mortgage, surveying, promotion, etc.)
AED 10,000 – for activities such as real estate exhibitions, valuation, or owners’ association supervision
AED 15,000 – for leasing and management of third-party properties
AED 25,000 – for real estate development
AED 100,000 – for Real Estate Registration Trustee activity
Each licence also includes an additional AED 20 Knowledge and Innovation Fee.

EGSH consultants provide a full, transparent fee breakdown before submission, ensuring your application meets all financial and procedural requirements.

Where to Apply for a Real Estate Licence in Dubai

Applications for real estate licensing are submitted electronically through the DLD Trakheesi system, in coordination with the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET).

Free-zone entities may apply via their licensing authorities after obtaining a DLD No Objection Certificate (NOC).

Alternatively, applicants can complete the entire process at an authorised Real Estate Services Trustee Centre, such as EGSH.

Our consultants handle document verification and Trakheesi entry, while clients complete the payment securely through official DLD and DET channels.

Most licences are approved and issued within one business day, and the electronic certificate is delivered directly via DLD’s secure system.

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