The real estate tax in Dubai (transfer tariff from the Dubai Land Department) is 4% of the contracted value of the apartment. This amount is usually paid by the buyer, but sometimes the seller and buyer agree to split the fee and each pays 2%. In addition, when paying the tax, the buyer must pay an administrative fee of 540 dirhams (approximately $150 USD).
New Zealand has announced a significant update to its business immigration strategy, launching the new Business Investor Visa (BIV) in November 2025. This program replaces the previous Entrepreneur Work Visa and is designed to attract experienced investors to inject capital into established New Zealand businesses.
Effective August 1st, the program offers second citizenship in 6 weeks via Dubai-based PPP. From $90k donation + $5k fee (single applicant).
Starting August 20, certain visa applicants must post bonds up to $15,000. The program explicitly targets Citizenship-by-Investment holders over vetting concerns. Initially affects Malawi/Zambia nationals, but CBI countries face potential inclusion with 15 days' notice. 30-day stay limit applies.
