What changes can be made in the usufruct contract?

You may amend the registered usufruct contract to update the term (duration) or the financial value of the usufruct right. Other contractual changes are not covered under this procedure and may require a separate application.

How long does the usufruct amendment process take in Dubai?

The usufruct update at the Dubai Land Department typically takes 15 minutes once all documents have been verified and the fees have been paid.

What are the official DLD fees for amending a usufruct contract?

If the amendment involves a change in financial value, the DLD charges 2% of the new amount from both the owner and the lessee. For amendments that affect only the contract term, fixed service fees apply instead. Additional DLD fees include AED 1,000 for the usufruct amendment, AED 250 for the Title Deed, and AED 100–250 for the updated property map, depending on the type and location.

Is the deed of usufruct reissued after the amendment?

A new Certificate of Title reflecting the updated usufruct terms is issued by the Dubai Land Department. EGSH ensures the updated Title Deed and Property Map are delivered electronically after registration.

Can I amend a contract of usufruct without being in the UAE?

A non-resident can amend a usufruct agreement through an authorised representative. A valid notarised power of attorney is required.

Can the financial value of usufruct be updated?

The amendment process allows you to update the value of usufruct as recorded with the Dubai Land Department. EGSH ensures the revised amount is correctly reflected in the Title Deed after registration.

What happens if I do not register the amendment with DLD?

Unregistered changes to a usufruct agreement have no legal effect. The Dubai Land Department recognises only amendments officially submitted and approved through authorised channels.

Usufruct Amendment in Dubai – Usufruct Right Amendment Application

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Official DLD Procedure to Update Registered Property Rights

Amend your usufruct contract at EGSH, an authorised Real Estate Registration Trustee Centre under the Dubai Land Department (DLD). Our consultants review and verify all submitted documents, ensure compliance with DLD requirements, and process the amendment through the official DLD registration system. When all documents are complete, the procedure is usually finalised within 15 minutes.

Why choose EGSH for your usufruct amendment:

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All amendments are processed at official DLD fees approved by the Government of Dubai.

Official DLD Procedure to Update Registered Property Rights

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

Document Verification

Our consultants review your existing usufruct agreement, E.NOC, identification, and supporting documents to ensure full compliance with DLD requirements.

Fee Payment & Submission

Official DLD fees are calculated and paid securely at the centre via ePay, Noqodi, or manager’s cheque. EGSH submits your amendment directly through the DLD system.

Certificate Issuance

Receive your updated Certificate of Title and revised property map by email within 15 minutes of completing the amendment

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Originals may be required. EGSH submits and verifies all documents digitally.

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What Is a Usufruct in Dubai

A usufruct is a legal right recognised by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) that allows a person or a company to use and benefit from another party’s property for a fixed term, without acquiring ownership. In practice, the usufruct holder may live in, lease, or otherwise benefit from the property, while the owner retains full legal ownership of the land or unit.

This type of right is commonly granted for long-term arrangements, such as development projects or investment leases, and is governed by Federal Law No. 5 of 1985 (UAE Civil Transactions Law). Registering the usufruct with the DLD ensures that the interests of both are legally protected and that the right can be enforced before the authorities and the courts.

What Is a Usufruct Amendment

A usufruct amendment is an official DLD procedure that enables the property owner or beneficiary to update the registered terms of an existing usufruct agreement. Such amendments are typically required when the parties agree to extend or shorten the contract duration, adjust its financial value, or correct data previously entered in the DLD records.

Once the change is approved and registered, the DLD issues an updated Certificate of Title for Usufruct Right showing the new details. This ensures that the contract remains valid, enforceable, and accurately reflected in Dubai’s unified land registry.

When You Need to Amend a Usufruct Agreement

You must register an amendment to a usufruct agreement when any key contractual term changes, such as:

Extending or reducing the duration of the usufruct right
Changing the financial or contractual value
Correcting information previously registered with the DLD

Any unregistered change to a usufruct agreement has no legal effect and will not be recognised by the DLD or UAE courts.

Proper registration protects the property owner and the usufruct holder, ensuring that all rights and obligations remain valid under UAE law.

Rights and Legal Effect of a Usufruct Amendment

Under Federal Law No. 5 of 1985 and DLD regulations, a usufruct right grants its holder the authority to use, occupy, and benefit from another’s property for a specified period, without acquiring ownership of the property.

Once a usufruct amendment is registered with the DLD:

The revised terms become legally binding and enforceable.
The DLD issues an updated Title Deed for the Usufruct Right, reflecting the new duration, value, and conditions.
The usufruct holder retains the right to use or lease the property as reflected in the updated registration.
The property owner remains the legal owner of the land and must respect the registered usufruct.

All rights and obligations concerning use, maintenance, transfer, and duration are defined by UAE law and reflected in the updated DLD registration.

Eligibility and Application Channels

The usufruct amendment service is available to all individuals and entities holding a registered usufruct right in Dubai, including UAE citizens, residents, non-residents, and corporate owners or beneficiaries.

Applications must be submitted exclusively through authorised Real Estate Registration Trustee Centres, such as EGSH, operating under the supervision of the Dubai Land Department (DLD).

At EGSH, all documents are verified for accuracy and compliance with DLD regulations. Once eligibility and documentation are confirmed, the amendment is processed electronically through the official DLD system and completed in approximately 15 minutes, provided all requirements are met.

Requirements for Completing the Usufruct Amendment

To amend a usufruct agreement in Dubai, applicants must submit a complete and valid set of supporting documents according to their legal status.

In freehold areas, individuals must obtain an electronic no-objection certificate from the developer through the Dubai REST App. The applicant must present a UAE Emirates ID for identity verification or a valid passport for non-residents. A legal power of attorney is required if the application is submitted by a representative.

For a sole establishment, a valid trade licence is required, along with an Emirates ID or passport for identification. If a representative applies on behalf of the establishment, a power of attorney must be provided.

For a limited liability company, the documents include a trade licence with the company details page, a certificate of job title, and a Memorandum of Association with all annexes, attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and, if necessary, translated into Arabic. A power of attorney or a notarised board resolution is also required to authorise the representative.

Official DLD Fees for Usufruct Amendment

The DLD applies fixed charges for all usufruct amendments in Dubai. Fees vary depending on the amendment value and property type, and must be settled before the updated deed is issued.

Owner: 2% of the amendment value
Lessee (beneficiary): 2% of the amendment value
Usufruct amendment fee: AED 1,000
Certificate of Title / Title Deed: AED 250
Property map fee: AED 100–225 (depending on property type and location)
Knowledge fee: AED 10 per drawing
Innovation fee: AED 10 per drawing
Service partner fee: AED 2,000 + VAT (for transactions below AED 500,000) or AED 4,000 + VAT (for transactions of AED 500,000 and above)

All Dubai Land Department fees can be paid through ePay, Noqodi, or manager’s cheque payable to the DLD. EGSH provides clients with a full, itemised fee breakdown before submission and ensures all payments are processed transparently and securely.

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