Real Estate Translation

Property transactions in Dubai involve multiple authorities and document types. Dubai Land Department (DLD) handles registration and ownership records. Developers issue sales agreements and handover documentation. Banks require translated documents for mortgage processing. Each party has specific requirements, and missing or incorrect documentation causes delays.

International buyers—who comprise a significant portion of Dubai's property market—face additional complexity. Documents from their home countries may need attestation and translation before UAE authorities will accept them. Powers of Attorney enabling remote transactions must be properly certified. Marriage certificates and company documents may be required depending on ownership structure.

The Role of MOJ-Certified Translation

Dubai Land Department requires Arabic documentation for property registration. Foreign-language SPAs, title deeds, and supporting documents must be translated by MOJ-licensed translators. The certification provides official status that DLD accepts without question.

For mortgage applications, banks similarly require certified translations of any foreign-language documents. This includes personal documents (passport translation is sometimes needed), income documentation, and corporate documents for company-owned properties.

Off-Plan Purchases

Off-plan buyers sign SPAs with developers, often in English. Oqood (interim) registration with DLD may require Arabic translation. We translate SPAs, payment plans, and all developer correspondence to ensure buyers understand their commitments and have documentation ready for registration.

Secondary Market Sales

Resale transactions involve SPAs between buyer and seller, often facilitated by agents. Both parties may need translated documents—buyers proving source of funds, sellers demonstrating ownership history. We work with agents and conveyancers to provide timely translation that keeps transactions moving.

Mortgage and Financing

Banks require extensive documentation for property financing. Income proof, employment letters, company documents for self-employed buyers—all may need translation. Some banks have specific formatting requirements; we understand what major UAE banks expect.

Remote and International Buyers

Many Dubai property purchases happen remotely. Buyers in London, Mumbai, or Moscow sign documents and grant Powers of Attorney to complete transactions in their absence. These POAs must be properly translated and may require attestation. We coordinate translation and attestation for remote buyers, often working directly with their representatives in Dubai.

Palm Jumeirah in particular attracts international investors who may never visit during the purchase process. We provide comprehensive documentation support for these remote transactions.

Real estate agents facilitate most Dubai property transactions. We support agents by providing reliable, fast translation that keeps deals on track. When a buyer needs documents translated urgently for a registration appointment, we accommodate the timeline.

Agent Benefits

Agents who refer clients to us receive responsive service that reflects well on their professionalism. We provide accurate quotes quickly, deliver on promised timelines, and communicate clearly throughout the process. Your clients become our priority.

Conveyancing Support

Property lawyers and conveyancers often manage document collection for transactions. We work with conveyancers to translate the documentation packages they assemble, ensuring all documents are ready for registration together.

Developer Sales Teams

International sales teams at major developers regularly need translation support. We offer volume arrangements for developers with consistent translation needs, providing predictable pricing and dedicated contacts.