Dubai Land Department and Emirates NBD Join Forces to Revolutionise Real Estate Registration and Investment Experience.

Dubai continues to cement its global leadership in real estate innovation with a new strategic partnership between the Dubai Land Department (DLD) and Emirates NBD, one of the region’s leading banking groups. On 22nd July 2025, the two entities signed a memorandum of cooperation to create a joint framework aimed at transforming the real estate transaction landscape and enhancing investor confidence both locally and internationally.

This collaboration signifies a forward-thinking move by Dubai to streamline property registration processes, particularly those involving international transactions, and to develop customer-centric financial solutions that simplify the end-to-end property investment journey.

A Shared Vision for Innovation and Efficiency

At the heart of the agreement is the mutual ambition to conduct regulatory and technical studies that improve procedural efficiency while reinforcing market transparency. Two key studies will be launched as part of the initiative:

1. Optimising the registration of real estate transactions concluded outside the UAE, ensuring a more accessible process for global investors looking to engage with Dubai’s thriving property market.

2. Introducing integrated financial services that simplify and accelerate real estate sales registration, making the transaction process more seamless and appealing for both residents and overseas buyers.

These efforts not only enhance Dubai’s real estate ecosystem but also support the Dubai Real Estate Strategy 2033, which envisions a resilient, competitive, and innovation-driven sector aligned with the emirate’s global aspirations.

Elevating the Investor Experience

Speaking on the partnership, Omar Hamad BuShehab, Director-General of the Dubai Land Department, emphasised the department’s commitment to placing the customer at the centre of the real estate ecosystem. He noted that the collaboration will pave the way for greater operational efficiency and market trust, building a knowledge base that expands Dubai’s ability to deliver advanced registration services.

Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Emirates NBD, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the bank’s dedication to innovation and integrated, customer-first solutions. He expressed confidence that the joint efforts would enhance the property transaction experience, instilling greater confidence in Dubai's already robust real estate market.

Aligning with Dubai’s D33 Economic Agenda

This initiative forms part of a broader vision under Dubai’s D33 Economic Agenda, which aims to position the emirate among the top three global economic cities. By enhancing the regulatory environment and digitising property services, Dubai continues to improve its investment readiness and attract high-quality, long-term capital.

The DLD–Emirates NBD partnership sets a new benchmark for public-private collaboration in the region. It serves as a model for how government entities and financial institutions can work together to future-proof the real estate sector, drive digital transformation, and ensure a streamlined, transparent, and globally competitive property market.