Opposition Leader: We will prevent foreigners from buying real estate

Dubai continues to be one of the most attractive destinations globally for real-estate investment — not only because of its world-class infrastructure and tax-friendly environment, but also because foreign investors can secure residence permits via property ownership. This article outlines the two main investment-linked residence routes in Dubai, details their requirements, explains how each works and highlights recent regulatory enhancements from the UAE government.

Dubai has long been synonymous with bold urban planning, iconic architecture, and aggressive growth. The unveiling of Dubai’s 2040 Urban Master Plan marks its latest leap into long-term thinking, combining sustainability, smart infrastructure, and population management into a two-decade roadmap. As real estate stakeholders—investors, developers, homebuyers—seek to align with future trends, the 2040 plan offers both opportunity and risk.

In this article, we’ll explore:

• What the Dubai 2040 plan broadly entails
• Key mechanisms by which it can influence real estate supply, demand, and pricing
• Projected effects on ROI across residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors
• Strategic considerations and warnings for investors
• How to position yourself now to benefit

Al Marjan Island, located in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, is rapidly becoming one of the UAE’s most talked-about investment hotspots. With the launch of Wynn Al Marjan Island — the first legal casino resort in the Middle East — and limited remaining land for future development, investors are eyeing this prime location as a once-in-a-generation opportunity.