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December 17, 2025

DSF DAMAC Offer: 4% DLD Waiver on Luxury Apartments in Dubai

Last Updated: February 13, 2026

Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) is best known for major retail discounts. Still, for property buyers and investors, it also represents one of the most strategic times to enter the Dubai real estate market. This DSF season, DAMAC Properties introduces a limited-time incentive that significantly reduces entry costs: a 4% Dubai Land Department (DLD) fee waiver on selected luxury apartments, combined with flexible payment plans and low-down payments.

For buyers planning to invest or own property in Dubai, the DSF DAMAC Offer creates a rare opportunity to secure premium apartments across iconic developments with reduced upfront costs and strong long-term potential.

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What is the 4% DLD Waiver?

When purchasing property in Dubai, buyers are required to pay a 4% DLD registration fee, typically paid upfront at the time of purchase. Depending on the property's value, this can amount to tens of thousands of dirhams.

Under the DSF DAMAC Offer, this 4% DLD fee is waived, allowing buyers to:

  • Reduce initial cash outflow

  • Improve overall return on investment

  • Reallocate capital toward furnishing, upgrades, or additional investments

This incentive alone makes DSF one of the most cost-efficient periods to buy property in Dubai.

Why the DSF DAMAC Offer Stands Out

This promotion goes beyond a standard discount. It is designed to appeal to investors, end users, and first-time buyers through a balanced combination of affordability, flexibility, and premium inventory.

Key Benefits

  • 4% DLD fee waiver

  • Flexible payment plans (40/60 or 50/50, depending on the project)

  • Only 20% down payment

  • Access to luxury, branded, and waterfront apartments

  • Limited-time availability during Dubai Shopping Festival

  • 0% property tax

  • 0% income tax

  • Golden Visa eligibility (subject to criteria)

  • 8–10% average rental yields

  • Potential capital appreciation up to 100%* on select projects

This combination is rarely available outside DSF, making timing a critical factor.

Terms & Conditions

  • 4% DLD fee waiver is applicable on UAE apartments only, excluding studios.

  • 50/50 payment plan is valid on selected apartment projects (excluding projects under Offer 1), and not applicable to studios, 1-BR units below AED 1.3M, or 2-BR units below AED 2M.

  • Promotions are not applicable on hotel projects or ready inventory.

  • Promotions apply only to UAE apartment projects launched before 30 November 2025.

  • Offer is valid on bookings made between 15 December 2025 and 31 January 2026.

  • Promotions cannot be combined with any other offer.

  • All offers are subject to DAMAC’s terms, availability, and approval.

Payment Plans Available Under the DSF DAMAC Offer

DAMAC offers buyer-friendly payment structures designed to reduce financial pressure while maintaining long-term value.

40/60 Payment Plan

  • 20% down payment

  • 20% during construction

  • 60% post-handover

50/50 Payment Plan

  • 20% down payment

  • 30% during construction

  • 50% on completion

These plans allow buyers to enter the market with manageable commitments while benefiting from off-plan capital appreciation.

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Who Should Take Advantage of This Offer?

Property Investors

  • Lower acquisition cost improves net yields

  • Ideal for off-plan appreciation

  • Strong rental demand in DAMAC developments

First-Time Buyers

  • Reduced upfront capital requirement

  • Entry into premium developments

  • Predictable payment structure

End Users

  • Opportunity to secure luxury apartments at a reduced cost

  • Payment plans aligned with long-term lifestyle budgeting

  • Access to prime locations and lifestyle amenities

DSF 4% DLD Waiver Offer on Selected Projects

DAMAC has curated a selection of high-demand developments across Dubai’s most sought-after districts.

Business Bay & Canal District

Canal Crown by de GRISOGONO

Canal Heights & Canal Heights 2

Chic Tower by de GRISOGONO

Altitude by de GRISOGONO

These projects offer canal views, central connectivity, and strong rental demand.

Waterfront & Branded Luxury

DAMAC Bay by Cavalli

DAMAC Bay 2 by Cavalli

Cavalli Tower

Couture by Cavalli

Perfect for buyers seeking branded residences, sea views, and premium lifestyle positioning.

Sheikh Zayed Road & Prime Urban Living

Safa One by de GRISOGONO

Safa Two by de GRISOGONO

Aykon City – Tower B

These developments sit on strategic corridors with high resale and rental value.

Lifestyle Communities

DAMAC Lagoon Views DAMAC Riverside Views

DAMAC District

Golf Greens

ELO, ELO 2, ELO 3

Designed for community living, affordability, and long-term growth.

Why DSF Is the Best Time to Buy Property in Dubai

Dubai Shopping Festival is not just a retail event—it has become a strategic window for real estate acquisition.

Reasons DSF Drives Property Demand

  • Limited-time developer incentives

  • Increased buyer competition

  • Strong sales velocity

Higher post-DSF price adjustments

Historically, DSF-driven offers are not repeated later in the year, making early action critical.

Investment Potential of DAMAC Properties During DSF

DAMAC developments are known for:

  • Prime locations

  • Iconic architecture

  • Strong rental performance

  • High international buyer demand

  • Combining these fundamentals with a 4% DLD waiver enhances:

  • Capital efficiency

  • Return on investment

  • For investors, this creates a lower-risk entry point into Dubai’s real estate market.

How Much Can You Save with the DSF DAMAC Offer?

For instance, to put the offer into perspective:

Apartment price: AED 1,500,000

Standard DLD fee (4%): AED 60,000

DSF DAMAC Offer: AED 60,000 SAVED

This saving can be redirected toward:

  • Furniture packages

  • Mortgage buffer

  • Additional investment units

How to Secure the DSF DAMAC 4% DLD Waiver

The process is straightforward but time-sensitive:

  • Choose a qualifying DAMAC project

  • Reserve your unit during DSF booking window

  • Pay the 20% down payment

  • Complete booking before offer expiry

  • Availability is limited, and certain unit types may sell out quickly.

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