Mint Primer | Will Indians continue to invest in Dubai realty?

How important are Indian investors to Dubai?

Indian nationals are the largest foreign real estate investor base in Dubai, accounting for over 20% of all foreign property purchases. In 2025, Indians and people of Indian origin invested up to ₹95,000 crore in residential properties, according to estimates by Anarock Property Consultants. This is a sharp rise from 2023, when they bought properties amounting to ₹37,000 crore. Higher rental yields, particularly in residential properties, easy entry, the booming property market, proximity, and the investor-friendly UAE Golden Visa, which offers tax benefits and long-term residency. Not only individual investors, but several Indian developers in recent years have also announced plans to set up operations in the emirate to monetize its real estate prospects.