Tax
Tax for Dubai property investors: rental income, the France, Belgium, Switzerland and Canada treaties, structuring and ownership of a UAE asset.
Apostille Rules for Buying Property in Dubai from Abroad
The UAE joined the Hague Convention in 2023: an apostille now suffices for most French, Belgian or Swiss documents. Budget 3 to 15 days and $50 to $270 per document, plus a legal Arabic translation.
Apostille Rules for Buying Property in Dubai from Abroad
The UAE joined the Hague Convention in 2023: an apostille now suffices for most French, Belgian or Swiss documents. Budget 3 to 15 days and $50 to $270 per document, plus a legal Arabic translation.
Dubai Real Estate VAT: Residential Exempt, Commercial at 5%
An investor pays no VAT on a Dubai home: residential is exempt, and a new build's first sale is zero-rated. Only commercial carries 5%, recoverable if FTA-registered.
Islamic Banking in Dubai: Ijara, Murabaha and the Real Cost
On an AED 2M property financed at 75% LTV over 20 years in 2026, Ijara runs ~6.4% APR equivalent, Murabaha ~6.7%, versus 5.9% conventional — sharia costs 40–80 bps more.
Israeli Pension Funds to Dubai: What's Penalty-Free in 2026
How to redirect a קרן פנסיה, קופת גמל or קרן השתלמות into Dubai property in 2026 — without tax penalties or banking blocks.
Selling Property in Dubai: Complete Guide to Steps and Fees
Operational guide to selling property in Dubai: developer NOC, 4% DLD fees, zero capital gains tax, and observed transaction timelines in 2025.
Airbnb vs Long-Term Rental Dubai 2025: Which Yields More?
Airbnb vs long-term rental in Dubai 2025. Net yields, DTCM rules, France-UAE tax treaty. A clear guide for French-speaking investors.
IFI Wealth Tax & Dubai Property: Guide for French Tax Residents
IFI wealth tax on Dubai property in 2026: threshold, UAE valuation, France-UAE treaty, and legal strategies for French tax residents.
UAE Tax Residency: Official Conditions for 2026
UAE tax residency in 2026: official conditions, document checklist and pitfalls to avoid for French and francophone investors.
Buying in Dubai Remotely: How Long Does a POA Really Take?
The complete guide to buying in Dubai via power of attorney in 2026: notarised POA, apostille, DLD registration, timelines, fees and pitfalls to avoid.
Transferring Capital from France to the UAE: 2026 Regulations
Any transfer of €50,000+ from France to the UAE triggers mandatory bank reporting. UAE-side KYC takes 3-15 business days and requires a DLD-registered SPA.
Freehold in Dubai: Which Areas Fit a €165,000 Budget in 2026?
With €165,000 (≈ AED 650,000), an investor can buy freehold in JVC, Dubai South, Arjan, or JVT — four areas yielding 6-8% gross. Downtown and Palm Jumeirah start at AED 1.8M.
Selling in Dubai in 2026: what's left after French tax?
A French tax resident selling in Dubai in 2026 pays 0% tax in the UAE, and French tax is neutralised by the treaty credit. Still, form 2048-IMM must be filed.
Opening a Bank Account in Dubai as a Non-Resident: 2026 Guide
2026 comparison of UAE banks accepting non-residents: Emirates NBD, Mashreq, ADCB, RAK Bank. Documents, minimum deposits, timelines and alternatives.
Form 3916 and UAE Bank Accounts: The 2026 Guide
How to declare a UAE bank account via Form 3916 in 2026: fields to complete, IBAN, BIC, €1,500 penalties, and Dubai-specific cases explained.
Dubai vs Cyprus vs Greece: Where to Invest from Israel in 2026?
Yield, taxation, visa, access from Tel Aviv, risk: a factual comparison of Dubai, Cyprus and Greece for Israeli investors in 2026.
Dubai Golden Visa 2026: What Real Estate Investors Must Know
Dubai Golden Visa 2026: AED 2M threshold, 10-year residency, 0% tax. The complete guide for international real estate investors.
UAE Golden Visa for Indians: the 2026 guide
UAE Golden Visa for Indian investors in 2026: AED 2M threshold, FEMA/RBI transfers, India-UAE DTAA and step-by-step procedure.
Buying a AED 1M Property in Dubai: What's the Real Cost in 2026?
DLD 4%, agency 2%, trustee, NOC, mortgage registration: the true cost of buying property in Dubai in 2026, modelled on AED 500K, 1M and 3M tickets.
Israeli tax resident in Dubai: what must you declare in 2026?
Rental income, capital gains, Israel-UAE treaty: the 2026 guide for Israeli tax residents investing in Dubai real estate.
Why Gulf Family Offices Are Leaving London for the UAE
Heavier UK taxes, non-dom reform, wealth tax: Gulf family offices are leaving London and redeploying capital into Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
UAE Bank Account for Israelis: Which Bank Actually Accepts You?
Which UAE banks accept Israeli investors in 2026, required documents, minimum deposits, timelines, and remote account management from Tel Aviv.
Israel to UAE: how long does a bank transfer take in 2026?
The exact process for transferring capital from Israel to the UAE in 2026: reporting requirements, UAE banks, SWIFT timelines, and AML documentation.
Moving to Dubai from Israel: Schools, Community & Life
Schools, Hebrew community, kosher groceries, cost of living and tax: the 2026 guide to relocating to Dubai from Israel as a family.
How does a 60/40 payment plan work for Israeli buyers in Dubai?
Complete guide to Dubai off-plan payment plans for Israeli investors: 60/40 structures, wire transfers, taxation, and developers in 2026.