Do I need to register my rent-to-own property within a specific period?

The rent-to-own contract must be registered with the Dubai Land Department within 90 days of the signing date. Failure to register within this period may result in penalties or contract disputes.

What should I do if the buyer is a minor?

If the buyer is a minor, their legal guardian must sign the rent-to-own contract. Additionally, a valid copy of the guardian’s Emirates ID or passport must be included in the application.

What is a Bank Letter, and why is it required for rent-to-own registration?

A Bank Letter is an official document from the financing bank confirming the rental value and terms of the lease-to-own agreement. The transaction's financial structure with the DLD must be verified. Without this letter, lease-to-own properties in Dubai cannot be registered.

What are the official fees for rent-to-own property registration in the UAE?

The official registration fees include 2% of the annual rental value payable by the tenant, plus 2% of the sale price from the seller and the buyer. In addition, AED 10 is charged for Knowledge and Innovation fees, and AED 1,000 for the e-registration service.

Can foreign or GCC companies register a lease-to-own property?

Yes. They must provide a valid trade licence, the licence holder's passport or ID, a notarised and Arabic-translated MoA, and a shareholder certificate. Foreign companies also need a Ministry of Foreign Affairs attestation and, if based in a free zone, a one-year NOC.

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Lease-to-Own Property Registration Services in Dubai

EGSH offers lease-to-own contract registration services in Dubai as an authorised Real Estate Services Trustee Centre under the Dubai Land Department (DLD). A dedicated personal consultant handles the entire registration process for you—securely, professionally, and without queues.

Benefits of choosing EGSH for your rent-to-own property registration in Dubai:

Authorised by the DLD
Completed in one visit
VIP service without queues

Lease-to-own registrations at EGSH are processed at transparent, standardised fees regulated by the Dubai Land Department.

Lease-to-Own Property Registration Services in Dubai

Contact EGSH

Visit our centre during working hours — no appointment required. Registration requests are processed efficiently and without queues. You may also call or book online in advance.

Document Review

Your consultant reviews the sale and purchase contract, ID documents, and company papers (if applicable) to ensure full compliance with DLD standards before submission.

Application Processing

We submit your rent-to-own registration via the Oqood system, verify financing details, and process DLD fees securely through Noqodi or the developer’s escrow account.

Contract Issuance

After DLD approval, a provisional lease-to-own e-contract is issued and sent to the tenant by email within six business days, confirming successful registration.

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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.

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

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For Individuals

Emirates ID or passport (for non-residents) and a signed sale and purchase agreement.

For UAE Companies

If required, include the license holder’s trade license, ID or passport, a Memorandum of Association in Arabic, and a power of attorney.

For Foreign Companies

If applicable, trade license, ID or passport of the license holder, Arabic MOA with MOFA attestation, shareholder certificate, and free zone NOC.

Additional Requirements

A bank letter confirming rental terms, a guardian’s ID if the buyer is a minor, and a TWIMC letter in case of a court decree are also required.

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Key Aspects of Rent-to-Own Property Registration in the UAE

The lease-to-own (rent-to-own) property registration is an official service by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) that records rent-to-own contracts in the provisional real estate register. The DLD provides the regulated real estate service of rent-to-own (lease-to-own) property registration under Law No. (7) of 2006 Concerning Real Property Registration in the Emirate of Dubai.

This service legally secures the rights of the tenant, developer, and financing entity, confirming that the DLD recognises the rent-to-own agreement. The service applies to eligible lease-to-own agreements in Dubai, typically for off-plan or newly completed properties. Under these agreements, the buyer gradually acquires ownership of the property through instalments under a registered developer’s project.

Legal Framework for Rent-to-Own Property Registration

Rent-to-own property registration allows developers to officially record lease-to-own contracts in the provisional property register, ensuring that the agreement between the tenant, developer, and financing entity is legally recognised and enforceable.

This process applies to all rent-to-own properties in Dubai, including apartments, villas, and residential communities, where the tenant leases the property with an option to purchase it later. Registration protects the rights of all parties involved, confirms financial commitments and ensures compliance with DLD's regulations for lease-to-own real estate contracts.

EGSH, as an authorised Real Estate Services Trustee Centre, handles the complete rent-to-own registration process on your behalf. Our consultants verify all documents, calculate the DLD fees, and submit the application through the official Oqood system.

Procedural Features of Rent-to-Own Property Registration in Dubai

Registration is carried out through the Oqood electronic portal, which is part of the Real Estate Developers Platform run by DLD. Developers log into the system and enter the details of the lease-to-own contract, the financing entity and the rental terms. They also attach the required documents and pay the applicable fees via Noqodi or from the project’s escrow account.

Once the transaction has been approved, it is recorded in the provisional real estate register. The lessee (tenant) receives the provisional lease-to-own e-contract by email within six business days. All contracts must be registered within 90 days of the signing date to remain valid and enforceable.

Government Fees for Rent-to-Own Property Registration

According to the official DLD information, the following fees apply to a lease-to-own property registration:

Lessee (tenant): 2% of the rental value
Seller: 2% of the sale value
Purchaser: 2% of the sale value
AED 10 Knowledge Fee
AED 10 Innovation Fee
AED 1,000 self-registration fee for developers via the Oqood portal.

Payments are processed through Noqodi or deducted from the project’s escrow account, ensuring compliance with the DLD financial procedures.

Where Rent-to-Own Property Registration Can Be Completed

Registration is performed entirely online through the Oqood Portal, operated by the DLD. Developers and authorised representatives submit applications digitally, while tenants and buyers receive confirmation via email.

For additional support, clients may use authorised Real Estate Services Trustee Centres, such as EGSH. Our professional team assists with preparing documents, verifying compliance, and coordinating registration on behalf of the developer and the tenant.

These services guarantee that every rent-to-own property in Dubai is accurately and securely recorded in the DLD system within a single visit.

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Muneer Juma Al Balushi has 6 years of experience in the real estate registration system of the Dubai Land Department, specialising in supporting clients with accurate, secure, and legally compliant property registration.

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