RERA License Dubai for Indian Real Estate Agents
How Indian real estate professionals get RERA broker registration in Dubai: BRN exam, DLD requirements, visa options, costs, and whether you need a mainland company or can operate under an existing developer agency.
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RERA License Dubai for Indian Real Estate Agents
A large share of Dubai’s broker community is Indian. If you have sold property in Mumbai or Bengaluru and want to operate legally in Dubai Marina, JVC, or Business Bay, RERA registration is non-negotiable — clients and developers will ask for your BRN.
RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Agency) sits under the Dubai mainland regulatory system. This is not a freezone trading license — it is a professional registration tied to Dubai property law.
Two paths for Indian agents
Path A — Join a licensed brokerage (most common)
You get hired by a RERA-registered company. They sponsor your employment visa, register your BRN, and provide compliance cover. You focus on sales while the agency handles trust account rules and DLD filings.
Path B — Open your own real estate agency
You need a mainland professional license with real estate brokerage activity, RERA office registration, qualified manager requirements, and physical office space. Company formation plus real estate activity alignment is step one. Budget significantly higher than a solo broker registration.
RERA exam and BRN process
- Secure UAE residence visa (employment or investor)
- Complete RERA-approved training modules
- Pass the RERA broker exam at DLD
- Receive Broker Registration Number (BRN)
- Link BRN to your sponsoring company’s RERA license
Allow 4–8 weeks if you are new to the UAE. Agents transferring from another Dubai brokerage can sometimes transfer BRN faster.
Costs Indian agents should expect
- RERA exam & registration: approx. AED 3,000–5,000 (varies by cycle)
- Employment visa package: often borne by agency for hired agents
- Own agency: mainland license AED 25,000+, office rent, RERA company fees
- Ongoing: DLD transaction fees, marketing, EJARI if you rent office
Company setup if you want your own agency
Steps overlap with standard UAE business setup:
- Mainland professional/commercial license with real estate activity
- Office lease meeting RERA minimum requirements
- RERA company registration and compliance officer appointment
- Visa quota based on office size
- PRO services for renewals and DLD liaison
Marketing to Indian buyers — legally
Dubai off-plan and secondary sales to NRI buyers is a major channel. Your RERA license covers Dubai brokerage; ensure Oqood/escrow procedures are followed. For Indian-side tax on rental income, clients should consult Indian CAs — Najoom does not provide India tax advice.
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Can Indian nationals get a RERA broker license in Dubai?
Yes. Indian passport holders can register as real estate brokers in Dubai if they meet Dubai Land Department (DLD) and RERA requirements, including the broker exam, valid UAE residence visa, and registration with a licensed real estate company.
What is the RERA broker exam and how do I prepare?
The RERA exam tests UAE property law, brokerage ethics, and DLD procedures. Training centres offer prep courses. You must pass before receiving your Broker Registration Number (BRN). Exam language options include English.
Do I need my own company to get RERA registration?
Most agents register under an existing RERA-licensed brokerage. Opening your own real estate company requires a mainland professional license, RERA office registration, and higher capital. Many Indian agents start employed before starting their own agency.
How much does RERA registration cost for Indian agents?
Exam and registration fees are typically a few thousand dirhams plus visa and medical costs. Operating your own brokerage adds mainland license fees (often AED 25,000+), office rent, and RERA company registration charges.
Which visa do Indian real estate agents need in Dubai?
An employment visa sponsored by your brokerage, or an investor visa if you own the licensed company. Golden Visa may be available for top-performing brokers under certain DLD categories.
Can I sell Dubai property to clients in India with a RERA license?
A RERA license authorises brokerage within Dubai’s regulatory framework. Marketing to Indian buyers is common, but contracts and escrow must follow DLD rules. Cross-border marketing must also respect Indian advertising regulations.
Yes. Indian passport holders can register as real estate brokers in Dubai if they meet Dubai Land Department (DLD) and RERA requirements, including the broker exam, valid UAE residence visa, and registration with a licensed real estate company.
The RERA exam tests UAE property law, brokerage ethics, and DLD procedures. Training centres offer prep courses. You must pass before receiving your Broker Registration Number (BRN). Exam language options include English.
Most agents register under an existing RERA-licensed brokerage. Opening your own real estate company requires a mainland professional license, RERA office registration, and higher capital. Many Indian agents start employed before starting their own agency.
Exam and registration fees are typically a few thousand dirhams plus visa and medical costs. Operating your own brokerage adds mainland license fees (often AED 25,000+), office rent, and RERA company registration charges.
An employment visa sponsored by your brokerage, or an investor visa if you own the licensed company. Golden Visa may be available for top-performing brokers under certain DLD categories.
A RERA license authorises brokerage within Dubai’s regulatory framework. Marketing to Indian buyers is common, but contracts and escrow must follow DLD rules. Cross-border marketing must also respect Indian advertising regulations.