A property map plays a key role in confirming exactly what you own, its boundaries, dimensions and layout, as recorded in the Dubai Land Department’s official register. Under Law No. 7 of 2006 Concerning Real Property Registration in the Emirate of Dubai, every registered property unit is required to have its own map on file with the DLD. This applies to all types of registered properties in the emirate, including land plots, apartments, villas and shared building spaces.
However, this map isn’t issued automatically; property owners need to make a formal DLD Property Map Request to obtain an official, certified copy. The service is available through the DLD website. Before applying, it helps to understand what the map shows, why you might need it, how the request process works and what it costs.
Process of Requesting a DLD Property Map
To request a property map through DLD, you’ll need to follow these steps:
- Step 1: Submit your request through any of the available service channels, including the DLD website, the Oqood Portal, the Dubai REST app or a Trustee service centre.
- Step 2: DLD reviews the application to confirm all requirements have been met.
- Step 3: DLD generates the map using its system.
- Step 4: DLD sends the e-map to the applicant by email.
Once the e-Map is issued, it reflects the property exactly as recorded in DLD’s official register, including details such as the plot number, area, unit reference and any registered subdivisions.
Required Documents
For making a DLD property map request, you only need an authorisation letter: either from the individual owner if they are not attending in person or from the company if a representative is submitting the request on its behalf.
DLD e-Map Service Fee
The fees for requesting a DLD e-Map are as follows:
- Land plot map for lands outside the jurisdiction of Dubai Municipality: AED 100
- Land map under the unified map system with Dubai Municipality: AED 225
- Apartment map: AED 250
- Villa map: AED 250
- Common areas or shared spaces: AED 3,000
- Knowledge fee per drawing: AED 10
- Innovation fee per drawing: AED 10
The knowledge fee and innovation fee are applied in addition to the base fee for each map type and are charged for every drawing. These charges are set out on the official DLD Property Map Request service page and apply to all e-Map issuances. The common areas map is governed by Law No. 6 of 2019 Concerning Ownership of Jointly Owned Real Property in the Emirate of Dubai, which requires DLD to issue and update maps of common parts, designated common parts and common facilities for jointly owned developments.
The payments can be made in cash or through a credit card.
Disclaimer: The above fees are subject to change in accordance with DLD regulations.
FAQs
When is a property map needed?
A property map is needed during property transactions and processes where an official record of a property’s boundaries and dimensions is required, such as selling a property, applying for a mortgage or getting a property professionally valued. It can also be useful for owners who simply want an updated, certified record of their property on file with the DLD.
How long does it take to get a DLD property map?
Standard DLD property map requests are processed within around 12 minutes.
Who can request a property map in Dubai?
The service is available to UAE citizens, residents and tourists.
Why do some property map requests take longer than others?
Requests involving land maps shared with Dubai Municipality require additional review under their own terms and conditions, extending the processing time to 24 hours instead of the standard 12 minutes.
Requesting a DLD property map is a fairly quick and simple process, whether you need it for a land plot, an apartment, a villa or shared building spaces. With a processing time of around 12 minutes for most requests and multiple application channels available, property owners can easily obtain a certified e-Map through DLD’s official website.
Whether you’re finalising a property sale in Dubai, applying for a mortgage or simply need an updated property record, having the right map on hand can make the process much smoother.
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