What is the mortgage registration fee in Abu Dhabi?

Mortgage registration is charged at 0.1% of the total loan amount financed by the bank, plus administrative deed annotation fees.

How do Abu Dhabi property closing costs compare to Dubai (DLD)?

Abu Dhabi charges a 2% property transfer fee, which is half the 4% transfer fee mandated by the Dubai Land Department (DLD).

United Arab EmiratesUpdated for 2026Real Estate

Abu Dhabi Property Transfer & DMT Registration Fees Calculator 2026

Calculate official property transfer fees (2% of transaction value) administered by the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), mortgage registration charges (0.1%), Title Deed issuance, and administrative closing costs.

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Calculated Result

Total Buyer Government Closing Fees

38,400

Calculator Inputs

Property Purchase Price (AED)

AED

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Buyer Share of 2% Transfer Fee (%)100 %

0 %100 %

Purchased via Bank Mortgage (0.1% Registration Fee)

Mortgage Financed Loan Amount (AED)

AED

Calculated Result

Total Buyer Government Closing Fees

38,400

Total 2% DMT Property Transfer Fee

36,000

DMT Mortgage Registration Fee (0.1%)

1,400

Buyer Share of 2% Transfer Fee

36,000

Seller Share of 2% Transfer Fee

Electronic Title Deed Issuance

1,000

Calculation Methodology

Total DMT Closing Cost = Property Value × 2% + Title Deed Issuance (AED 1,000) + Mortgage Registration (0.1% of loan amount).

Financial & Statutory Disclaimer

Abu Dhabi property transfer fee is 2% of the sales price (split 1% buyer / 1% seller unless negotiated otherwise), compared to 4% in Dubai DLD.

This calculator is designed for educational and informational purposes based on publicly declared statutory frameworks. The outputs do not constitute binding financial, tax, or legal advice. We assume no liability for decisions made based on these estimates. Always verify with the relevant official authorities or a certified professional advisor.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) levies a 2% title transfer fee on the total transaction price, standardly shared equally (1% buyer / 1% seller) unless contractually agreed otherwise.