In the UAE context, real property refers to land and immovable assets, including buildings and structures. Within ADGM (Abu Dhabi Global Market) and DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre), real property is governed by common law frameworks that detail ownership, leasing, and property rights specific to these jurisdictions. In the UAE mainland, real property is regulated by municipal authorities and land departments, such as the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) and Dubai Land Department (DLD), with property transactions often registered through platforms like DARI (Abu Dhabi Real Estate Services platform). Regulations vary across emirates, but all aim to ensure transparent, secure property ownership and leasing processes for residents, investors, and developers.
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