Developer NOC Fee Calculator
The No Objection Certificate cost, plus the service charge settlement developers require before they issue it.
NOC fees vary by developer — typically AED 500 to AED 5,000. Developers will not issue the certificate until service charges and utilities are settled in full, so arrears effectively become part of the cost of selling.
What you need to know
You cannot transfer a Dubai property without a No Objection Certificate from the developer. It confirms there is nothing outstanding on the unit, and the DLD will not process the transfer without it.
The fee itself is modest and varies by developer. What catches sellers out is the precondition: the developer will not issue the NOC until service charges, chiller and any other dues are cleared in full. If you are behind, that arrears figure becomes an immediate cost of selling rather than something you can settle later.
Allow time as well as money. NOC issuance typically takes five to ten working days from application, and some developers require an inspection first. Building that into the transaction timeline avoids missing an agreed transfer date.
Common questions
How much is a developer NOC in Dubai?
Typically AED 500 to AED 5,000 depending on the developer. Some charge more for villas than apartments.
How long does an NOC take?
Usually five to ten working days, though some developers require a unit inspection first.
Can I sell without an NOC?
No. The Dubai Land Department will not process a transfer without a developer NOC confirming nothing is outstanding.
Want these numbers checked against a real property?
Send us the unit you are looking at and we will run the actual figures — service charge for that building, current market rent, and what comparable units transacted at.