Freehold is perpetual full ownership of a property and its land, open to foreigners in Dubai's designated areas — as opposed to leasehold (long-term lease).
Since 2002, foreigners can buy freehold in designated areas (Dubai Marina, Downtown, Palm Jumeirah, JVC, Business Bay, etc.). The owner holds the property and its land share with no time limit and can resell, rent or transfer it freely.
Freehold is the eligibility condition for the property Golden Visa.
Yes, freehold in designated areas: perpetual ownership of the property and land, freely resellable and transferable.
Sources: Dubai Land Department · Updated 2026-06-23