Understanding Property Blocking
Pending Legal Issues
Legal disputes, unresolved inheritance matters, or ownership claims can trigger property blocking until resolution.
Outstanding Debt
Unpaid mortgages or property-related debts may result in creditor-initiated blocking until settlement.
Government Orders
Zoning issues, building code violations, or regulatory concerns can lead to government-mandated blocks.
Financial Institution Actions
Banks may block properties with defaulted mortgages until debt clearance or resolution.
Required Documents
Updated Title Deed Copy
Developer NOC
Electronic Sales Contract (Form F)
Bank Indebtedness Letter
Valid EID Cards & Passports
Required Manager Cheques:
- Bank cheque for debt amount
- Seller cheque for remaining amount
- DLD cheque for fees
DLD Dept
Transfer Fee
4% of selling price
Property Type Fee
Apartment: 580 AED
Land/Villa: 430 AED
Trustee Service
Premium Property
4,000 AED + VAT
VAT (5%): 200 AED
For properties > 500,000 AED
Standard Property
2,000 AED + VAT
VAT (5%): 100 AED
For properties < 500,000 AED
Blocking Fee
1,520 AED + VAT
VAT (5%): 25 AED
Important Notes
Power of Attorney Validity
Dubai Court POA:
No Expiration
No Expiration
International POA:
Selling: 2 Years
Buying: 5 Years
Buying: 5 Years
POA Requirements
Power of Attorney must explicitly specify the authorized transaction type (buying/selling/transferring).
Non-Resident Documentation
Passport copy with UAE entry stamp required to verify legal presence.
Required Identification
Original Passport
Valid Visa
Emirates ID
Valid Visa
Emirates ID
Regulatory Updates
Requirements and fees may change according to Dubai Land Department regulations.
