How to get a RERA license in Dubai?

If you would like to open a business in the Dubai real estate sector, you must apply for a RERA license through the Trakheesi system online. At Meydan Free Zone, our consultants can provide guidance and advice on how to submit your application online and support you each step of the way.

The RERA license is just the beginning of your journey to becoming a successful real estate agent in Dubai. To get a RERA license, this is necessary to take the RERA exam and be certified. You need to follow a step-by-step process to get a RERA license in Dubai:

1. Apply For A Residency Visa

If you are not a UAE national, the first step to becoming a real estate agent in Dubai is to get a valid residency visa and Emirates ID.
The United Arab Emirates is a country of laws. Immigration, work permits, and visas are all governed by these regulations.
Residents and citizens of the UAE and GCC are exempt from this step. However, visitors from other countries must have a valid visa to work in the UAE. If you’re new to the country, we also have a detailed guide on how you can apply for Emirates ID.

2. Application process

You must apply for a business trade name that complies with the United Arab Emirates business naming rules, ensuring that it accurately describes what your company does and avoids using offensive terms.

Next up, you must submit various documents and complete your online registration. You will also need to collect signatures from all shareholders and obtain your payment voucher.

3. Register For DREI Certified Training And Take The RERA Exam

If you are new to the Dubai real estate industry, you may need to enroll in the RERA-approved Certified Training for Real Estate Brokers at Dubai Real Estate Institute (DREI). This is a 4-day training course for potential realtors to get complete knowledge of Dubai’s real estate market, laws, and practices.

The classes for this course can be taken online or at the Dubai Land Department. You must submit a copy of your Emirates ID and residency visa to register for this course. You must pay an AED 3000 fee to enroll in DREI courses.

TOPICS COVERED IN DREI COURSE:

• History and Development
• The Business of a Broker
• Introduction to Owner’s Associations
• Sales Processes and Agreements
• Leasing Process and Rental Agreements
• Concepts, Definitions, and Market Players
• Legal Module
• Essential Skills
• Code of Ethics

For more information, you can contact the relevant department through the following details:
Address: Dubai Land Department, Baniyas Road, Deira
Contact number: +971 – 8004488
Timings: 07:30 am to 04:30 pm, Monday to Friday

The next step after completing the DREI training is to take the RERA registration exam. The exam fee varies depending on the last educational certificate you hold.

The RERA registration exam would cost AED 3,200 to those with bachelor’s degrees in any field. AED 6,300 is the exam fee for those who don’t hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
Besides, if you hold no educational qualifications, the RERA registration exam would cost AED 15,750.

4. Get Your Realtor License And Obtain Approval

To start working as a real estate agent in Dubai, you must get a realtor license. After completing the DREI training and clearing the RERA registration exam, apply for a real estate agent license in Dubai.

The Dubai Land Department must approve the establishment of a real estate brokerage in Dubai (DLD). The DLD is the government agency in charge of all real estate matters in the region.

Also, a Certificate of Good Conduct must be submitted to the Economic Department when applying for a realtor license. This will be the most straightforward and shortest procedure if you have a clean criminal background.

After you’ve submitted these documents, the Economic Department will approve you and issue your license as a real estate agent in Dubai and a broker card within a few days. You must pay and receive your trade license before starting to work in your real estate business.

You can get your business up and running fast by completing these steps to get a RERA license in Dubai. The good news is that the process usually is relatively quick and straightforward, and with support from consultants at Meydan Free Zone, you can be confident you’ll receive your RERA license in no time.

Keep in mind that this license is not indefinite and requires periodic renewal. The real estate agent license in Dubai is valid for one year only. You have to renew it a month before the expiry date.

Documents Needed To Get A RERA License

If you are applying for a RERA license in Dubai, you will need to collect the following documents as part of your application:

• A copy of your residency visa, a passport copy, or an Emirates ID card
• Passport size photographs
• Proof you have completed your RERA certified training and your RERA exam
• A copy of your realtor license
• You may need to obtain a good conduct certificate from the Dubai police
• The NOC from your free zone authority if you are basing your business in a free zone
• Depending on the type of business you set up, you may need a memorandum of understanding signed by all shareholders
• A copy of your trade name reservation

If you are unsure about which documents you need to apply for your RERA license, our helpful consultants at Meydan Free Zone can check over your application and ensure you’ve got all the correct details.

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RERA Certificate Costs In Dubai

The cost of applying for a RERA certificate depends on the kind of activity you are doing. Most real estate activities require an AED 5,000 fee to be paid each year per activity. However, some real estate activities incur higher annual charges.

Real estate activities with an AED 5,000 charge:

1- Real estate mortgage consultancy

2- Real estate consultancy

3- Real estate buying & selling brokerage

4- Real estate leasing brokerage

5- Real estate public auction organising

6- Real estate management supervision services

7- Real estate survey services

8- Self-owned property leasing and management services

9- Buying and selling real estate

10- Real estate services trustee

11- Real estate representative office

12- Mortgage broker

13- Real estate promotion trustee

14- Property inspection services

15- Real estate service centre

Real estate activities with an annual AED 10,000 charge include:

1- Real estate exhibition organising

2- Owner association management services

3- Real estate valuation profession licensing

There is also an annual AED 15,000 charge for leasing and managing other people’s property, an AED 25,000 charge for real estate development, and an AED 100,000 charge for real estate registration trustees.

Each license type has an AED 10 knowledge fee and an AED 10 innovation fee.

Why Start Your Real Estate Company In Meydan Free Zone?

Meydan Free Zone is the ideal location for a real estate business set up in Dubai. A digital free zone like Meydan free zone can assist you in getting your license to open a bank account without hassle.

We can advise you on all aspects of applying for your RERA license, and you can avail yourself of all the benefits of starting your business in one of the most premium free zones in the emirate. With 24/7 access, advanced technical support and 0% tax and 100% foreign ownership, you’ll have everything you need to tap into Dubai’s fast-growing property market.

Our professional consultants can support you with applying for a NOC from the free zone’s authorities that will allow you to operate your real estate business from our free zone.

We can advise you on all aspects of applying for your RERA license, and you can avail yourself of all the benefits of starting your business in one of the most premium free zones in the emirate.

With 24/7 access, advanced technical support and 0% tax and 100% foreign ownership, you’ll have everything you need to tap into Dubai’s fast-growing property market

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