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Disclosures
Property advertising in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah is regulated, and off-plan projects need a permit or written permission before they are marketed. Offplanradar is paid a commission by the developer when a purchase completes. You pay us no advisory fee, and we make no promises about returns.
Advertising permits by emirate
| Emirate | Requirement | Issued by |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai | Property adverts, including online and at launches, need a Real Estate Ad Permit issued through Trakheesi | Dubai Land Department |
| Abu Dhabi | Off-plan sales may not be advertised without written permission; developers obtain an Off-Plan Sale Advertisement Permit with a QR code on DARI | ADREC via DARI |
| Ras Al Khaimah | Developers need written permission from RAK RERA to advertise, and off-plan projects need an Off Plan Sale Permit first | RAK Municipality RERA |
SourcesReal Estate Ad PermitDubai Land DepartmentLaw No. (4) of 2019 Concerning the Real Estate Regulatory AgencyGovernment of DubaiLaw No. (3) of 2015 Concerning the Regulation of the Real Estate SectorAbu Dhabi Real Estate CentreRequest an Off-Plan Sale Advertisement PermitADREC / DARIReal Estate Regulatory AdministrationRas Al Khaimah MunicipalityUpdates to real estate development laws in Ras Al KhaimahTrowers & Hamlins
Permits on project records
Where a permit is required for a project we market, its details are recorded against the project and shown on the opportunity where required. If we cannot confirm the permit, the project is not shown as available to market.
Registration and escrow rules also apply to off-plan projects in each emirate. You can check a project's registration, escrow account and permit with the relevant authority, and we explain how in consultations.
SourcesLaw No. (8) of 2007 Concerning Escrow Accounts for Real Estate Development in DubaiGovernment of DubaiLaw No. (3) of 2015 Concerning the Regulation of the Real Estate SectorAbu Dhabi Real Estate CentreReal Estate Regulatory AdministrationRas Al Khaimah Municipality
Other disclosures
How we are paid
Offplanradar is paid a commission by the developer when a purchase completes. You pay us no advisory fee, and the price you pay the developer is the same as buying direct.
Conflicts of interest
We tell you which developers on your shortlist pay us, and we include a project only when it fits your brief, never because of the commission it carries.
No guarantees
We do not promise capital growth, rental income, visas or handover dates. Handover timing is set by the developer.
Developer names
Developer names are used for identification only and do not imply a partnership or endorsement.
Not professional advice
We are not lawyers, tax advisers or mortgage brokers.
Sources and review
Facts on this page were checked against these sources on 22 September 2026. Rules and fees change; confirm current details before you commit.
- Real Estate Ad Permit Dubai Land Department · official
- Law No. (4) of 2019 Concerning the Real Estate Regulatory Agency Government of Dubai · official
- Law No. (3) of 2015 Concerning the Regulation of the Real Estate Sector Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre · official
- Request an Off-Plan Sale Advertisement Permit ADREC / DARI · official
- Real Estate Regulatory Administration Ras Al Khaimah Municipality · official
- Updates to real estate development laws in Ras Al Khaimah Trowers & Hamlins · reported
- Law No. (8) of 2007 Concerning Escrow Accounts for Real Estate Development in Dubai Government of Dubai · official
- Law No. (3) of 2015 Concerning the Regulation of the Real Estate Sector Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre · official
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