How can I register shared ownership in the UAE if I co-own a property with others?

To register shared ownership in the UAE, all co-owners must sign a notarised ownership separation agreement specifying each party’s percentage share. The following documents are required: Dubai Municipality map of the land or unit, Emirates ID for resident owners, and valid passports for all owners, including non-residents. The application must be submitted via an authorised service centre. Once verified, the DLD issues individual title deeds reflecting each owner’s legal share.

Can I obtain a title deed with multiple owners listed in Dubai?

The DLD allows issuing a title deed with multiple owners, reflecting each co-owner’s registered share. To apply, all parties must submit a signed ownership separation agreement, copies of their Emirates ID and passports, and a Dubai Municipality land map. Once verified, the DLD issues an electronic deed showing the defined ownership structure.

Can family members register shared ownership with unequal shares?

Family members can register shared ownership with unequal percentage shares, as long as the proportions are clearly defined in the ownership separation agreement. The DLD allows a family property ownership split by equal and unequal shares, provided all parties agree and submit the required documentation for approval.

How long does the real estate split ownership registration process take in Dubai?

The entire process of ownership share registration in Dubai takes around 25 minutes when completed at EGSH, an authorised Real Estate Services Trustee Centre. This timeframe assumes all required documents are in order and the ownership separation agreement has been pre-approved.

Will each co-owner receive a separate title deed after the split in the UAE?

Following the successful registration of split ownership, each co-owner receives a separate title deed issued in their name, clearly reflecting their registered ownership share and percentage.

Can foreigners apply for a joint tenancy in Dubai?

Foreign nationals may register a jointly owned property in Dubai, provided the property is located in an area where non-UAE citizens are permitted to own real estate. The Dubai Land Department (DLD) allows multiple co-owners on a single title deed, and shares may be recorded either as defined percentages (tenancy in common) or without specified shares (joint tenancy), depending on the ownership structure chosen by the parties.

Do I need to re-register shared ownership if one co-owner sells their share?

Yes. If one of the co-owners sells their ownership share, the title deed must be updated to reflect the new ownership structure. The transaction must be registered through an authorised DLD Trustee Centre, and the new co-owner will receive an updated electronic title deed showing their legal share.

Split Ownership in Dubai – Register Shared Property with Defined Shares via DLD

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Official Registration of Shared Real Estate Ownership

Register split ownership in Dubai through EGSH, an authorised Real Estate Services Trustee Centre under the Dubai Land Department (DLD).

EGSH manages the full procedure: we review the ownership separation agreement, verify compliance with DLD requirements, prepare the transaction, and submit it through DLD’s official system. Once processed, DLD issues individual Title Deeds for each owner with the defined shares.

Why choose EGSH:

Authorised by the Dubai Land Department
Completed in one visit
VIP service without queues
Transparent, officially regulated fees

The registration is completed during a single visit, and title deeds with defined shares are typically issued within 25 minutes during your visit.

Official Registration of Shared Real Estate Ownership

Contact EGSH

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

Document Review

Provide the signed and approved ownership separation agreement, Dubai Municipality land map, Emirates IDs, and passports of all co-owners.

Application Submission

EGSH reviews all documents and prepares the transaction. After that, you will settle the applicable DLD fees, and the request will be submitted for registration.

Receive Title Deeds and Maps

Once the DLD approves, each co-owner receives their electronic title deed and updated map by email—within approximately 25 minutes.

Visit EGSH for VIP Service Without Queues

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–Thursday, Saturday: 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am–12:30 pm
Sunday: Closed

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Separation Agreement

Signed and officially approved agreement outlining each co-owner’s share.

Dubai Municipality Map

Official land map showing the plot to be divided, issued by Dubai Municipality.

Emirates ID Copies

A valid Emirates ID, regardless of citizenship or residency status, is required for each owner.

Passport Copies

Valid passport copies for all owners, including non-resident co-owners.

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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 Split Ownership Registration in Dubai

Split ownership registration is an official Dubai Land Department (DLD) procedure that records a real estate asset under multiple owners with precisely defined ownership percentages. Each share is registered as an independent entry in the Real Property Register, and DLD issues a separate electronic Title Deed and corresponding map for every co-owner.

The division of shares must be documented in a formally executed and officially approved Ownership Separation Agreement, forming the legal basis for property separation or annexation registration with the DLD. After the shares are registered, each owner may independently dispose of their share—through sale, gift, inheritance, mortgage, or transfer—subject to applicable real estate laws and any contractual restrictions.

When Is Split Ownership Registration Required

Split ownership registration is required whenever property ownership must be divided into legally enforceable shares, including:

Co-investments where parties must formalise their economic interests.
Family ownership structures requiring documented shares for succession or asset planning.
Business partnerships dividing jointly held real estate.
Cases where inheritance or gifting necessitate individualised ownership records.

Registering the split ensures that DLD can execute any future disposition or registration related to each share as an independent property interest.

Requirements for Registering Split Ownership in Dubai

Split ownership may be registered for parties who are legally permitted to hold real estate in Dubai. Co-owners may be related or unrelated, and there are no restrictions regarding nationality or residency, provided the property itself is eligible for ownership.

Mandatory Documentation:

A signed and officially approved Ownership Separation Agreement specifying the exact shares.
A valid Dubai Municipality land map reflecting the plot layout or unit details.
Emirates ID copies for UAE nationals and residents (where applicable).
Passport copies for all non-resident or foreign co-owners.

All documents must correspond to existing DLD records and meet formal submission standards. Any discrepancies or incomplete information will delay or prevent registration.

Procedural Features of Split Ownership Registration

The process is executed exclusively through DLD’s official channels. After document submission, the DLD verifies the request as part of a formal title deed amendment procedure, including:

The validity and approval status of the Ownership Separation Agreement
The accuracy of owner details
The consistency of shares with the property record and land map
Compliance with registration rules and system requirements

Upon passing verification, each share is entered into the Real Property Register as a separate ownership right. The DLD then proceeds to issue title deed documents as follows:

An individual electronic Title Deed for each co-owner
An updated property map reflecting the registered division

If documentation is complete and pre-approved, issuance is typically finalised within approximately 25 minutes.

Official DLD Fees for Split Ownership Registration

Dubai Land Department applies the following government-regulated fees:

Title Deed Issuance Fee: AED 250 per ownership share
Map Issuance Fee:
-- AED 120 per land plot
-- AED 270 per apartment or villa
Knowledge Fee: AED 10 per issued document
Innovation Fee: AED 10 per issued document

Payments can be made by cash, cheque, credit card, or e-Pay Smart Payment at the service centre.

Where to Apply for Split Ownership Registration in Dubai

Split ownership registration may be completed exclusively through authorised DLD channels:

DLD Customer Happiness Centre (Main Branch): The primary authority for processing ownership separation transactions.
Real Estate Services Trustee Centres, such as EGSH: Licensed centres that prepare, verify, and submit the transaction on behalf of clients using DLD’s official systems.

Using authorised channels ensures legal validity, accurate registration of shares, and issuance of compliant Title Deeds and maps.

Real Estate Services Trustee Consultant at EGSH

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Randa Sameer

Real Estate Services Trustee Consultant at EGSH

Randa Sameer has over three years of experience supporting Dubai Land Department transactions and real estate registrations. Her professional focus includes compliance with DLD regulations, ownership transfers, and trustee documentation.

Title Deed Issuance

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