Non Objection Certificate (“NOC”)

When purchasing real estate in the Emirate of Dubai, the Non-Objection Certificate (“NOC”) certifies the developer’s consent to the transfer of ownership of the property. An NOC must be applied for and obtained by the seller from the project developer prior to the transfer of ownership by the Dubai Land Department. The latter has the right to charge a fee not exceeding AED 5,000 for the issuance of the NOC (for off-plan properties). If applicable, the issuance of another NOC by the master project developer (“Master Developer”) may be required prior to the transfer of ownership. The consent of the Project Developer may not be withheld without good cause, such as a backlog of Common Area Maintenance contributions.