Latin American investors are increasingly looking at Dubai as a safe, profitable, and easy-to-access market to diversify their portfolios. Below we explain the key advantages—tax, residency, yields, currency stability, and a transparent buying process—plus where to look and how our team at RE/MAX Prestige Dubai can help.
Tax advantages that protect your returns
Dubai offers a uniquely friendly tax environment for individual investors: there is no personal income tax and no tax on rental income for individuals.
There is also no annual property tax on residential real estate; instead, buyers pay one-off transaction costs such as the Dubai Land Department (DLD) transfer fee of 4% at purchase.
What this means for you: more of your rental income and capital appreciation stays in your pocket.
Golden Visa through property investment
Purchasing property worth AED 2 million or more qualifies investors to apply for a 10-year renewable UAE Golden Visa, with the ability to sponsor family members. Mortgaged properties can qualify subject to proof of AED 2M paid.
Benefit: long-term residency for you (and your family), with flexibility to live, work, and study in the UAE.
Competitive rental yields and strong demand
Dubai’s rental market remains one of the most attractive among global hubs. Independent data (REIDIN, May 2025) places average residential gross yields around ~6.8%, with apartments often higher.
Recent market reviews also show continued price and demand resilience into 2025, supported by population growth and new supply in key sub-markets.
For investors seeking income, Dubai’s yields compare favorably to many mature markets while keeping volatility in check.
Currency stability: AED pegged to the USD
The UAE dirham (AED) has been pegged to the U.S. dollar at 3.6725 since 1997. For investors whose savings are in USD—or who want to hedge currency swings—this peg adds predictability to cash flows and exit values.
Clear rules for foreign ownership
Foreigners can own freehold property in designated areas of Dubai (full title), with long-term usufruct/lease options elsewhere. Dubai Land Department publishes the framework and designated areas map.
A straightforward purchase process
Buying in Dubai is fast and transparent. A typical flow:
Select property (off-plan or ready) and sign the Sales & Purchase Agreement (SPA).
Pay the DLD transfer fee (4%) and registration/admin charges.
If off-plan, payments are protected via regulated escrow until handover.
Receive your Title Deed from DLD.
Where Latin American buyers are focusing
Dubai Marina & JBR: high liquidity, strong short-term rental demand.
Downtown Dubai & Business Bay: central, corporate and tourism demand.
Palm Jumeirah & Emaar Beachfront: premium beachfront, long-term capital appeal.
Dubai Creek Harbour & Dubai South: master-planned growth corridors with new infrastructure.
Who benefits most?
Yield seekers: apartments in established rental hotspots (6–8% gross typical ranges per market trackers).
Lifestyle + appreciation buyers: waterfront and branded residences in prime areas.
Residency planners: investors allocating AED 2M+ to secure the Golden Visa.
How RE/MAX Prestige Dubai helps you succeed
Project access: Direct inventory from top developers (off-plan & ready).
Bilingual advisory (ES/EN): End-to-end guidance—selection, due diligence, negotiation, and closing.
Yield & exit strategy: Data-backed projections, rental setup, and resale planning.
Golden Visa support: Document coordination with approved channels.
Tell us your budget and goals, and we’ll send a short-list within 24 hours—plus an income & exit plan for each option.
