Can international buyers finance?
CBUAE rules cover mortgage lending to expatriates; approval and pricing remain lender decisions.
- Residence status
- Income and liabilities
- Property valuation
BUYER DECISION GUIDE
Dubai property financing
International buyers can explore lending with authorised institutions, subject to borrower, asset and bank assessment.
DISCUSS MY REQUIREMENTSPRIMARY SOURCECentral Bank of the UAE — Mortgage Loan Regulations ↗
Reviewed: 28/08/2026. Time-sensitive facts must be reconfirmed before a decision.
DECISION SUPPORT
What deserves a closer look
International buyers can explore lending with authorised institutions, subject to borrower, asset and bank assessment.
Resident and non-resident
Policies, documents and conditions may differ between lenders.
- Eligibility
- Income currency
- Accounts and transfers
LTV is a ceiling, not an offer
The regulation sets maximums by category; a lender may approve less.
- No implied pre-approval
- Valuation may differ
- Deposit and costs
Borrower assessment
Income, debt, age, tenor, credit history and currency may influence the outcome.
- Affordability
- Stability
- Asset liquidity
Ready versus off-plan
Not every project or unit can be financed; risks and security differ.
- Eligible project
- Loan release
- Contract instalments
Cash versus borrowing
Compare liquidity, total cost, currency exposure and flexibility. DWP is not a bank or mortgage broker.
- Conservative scenario
- Cost margin
- Independent advice
FAQ
Questions to clarify before proceeding
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No. Legal, immigration, tax and finance matters should be confirmed with appropriately qualified professionals.
Are the properties and prices on this page currently available?+
The page does not publish inventory. Availability and commercial terms are reconfirmed during consultation.
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