Registering a property sale in Ras Al Khaimah: steps, documents and fees
What RAK Municipality lists for registering a sale: fees, documents and steps.
A sale in Ras Al Khaimah is registered with the Lands and Properties sector of RAK Municipality. This guide follows the Municipality's own service sheet for the real estate sale service, so you know what to bring and what to pay.
- 01The fee is 2% of the property value from the seller and 2% from the buyer.
- 02Both parties submit the transfer request with the documents at the Customers Happiness Center.
- 03The Municipality lists one procedure and 18 minutes.
- 04A developer no objection certificate (NOC) is required.
The fees
- 2% of the property value from the seller.
- 2% of the property value from the buyer.
- Agricultural land: 18 fils per square foot.
Different fees apply when the purchase is made through the Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme.
The documents
- The identity card of the seller and the buyer, or the passport for foreign investors.
- The seller's original ownership document and original property plan.
- The original power of attorney, if a representative signs.
- For a company: its memorandum of association, basic law and a certificate naming the authorised signatory, with Arabic translation if necessary.
- A no objection certificate (NOC) from the real estate developer.
- If a party is deceased: the inheritance document.
The steps
- Submit: the seller and buyer submit the transfer request and documents to the registrar at the customer service centre of the Municipality's land and property sector.
- Verify: the registrar checks the documents and the property map, with no extra cost.
- Sign and pay: the buyer and seller sign the sale contract in front of the registrar and pay the transfer fees, and a receipt is issued.
- Receive: the new ownership document is issued.
Before you buy
The Municipality's sheet is the source for these fees and documents. Confirm the current requirements with RAK Municipality or your advisor, and check the developer's payment plan and handover date in your contract. Returns are not guaranteed; terms and conditions apply.
Browse off-plan launches or ready homes in Ras Al Khaimah, or ask an iRealtor advisor.
This article is general guidance, not tax, legal or financial advice.
FAQs
What is the sale registration fee in Ras Al Khaimah?
RAK Municipality lists 2% of the property value from the seller and 2% from the buyer.
Who registers a sale in Ras Al Khaimah?
The Lands and Properties sector of RAK Municipality, through its Customers Happiness Center.
What do foreign buyers need to show?
A passport, in the case of foreign investors, together with the other required documents, including the developer's no objection certificate.
How long does the registration take?
The Municipality lists one procedure and a duration of 18 minutes.
