Easy payment plans, golden visa add to appeal
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Dubai’s property developers roll out festive Diwali offers and payment plans to attract Indian investors as high real estate prices in India push buyers to explore options abroad
As property prices in India’s metro cities soar, Dubai developers are turning their attention to Indian investors this festive season, unveiling special Diwali promotions, flexible payment schemes, and property showcases aimed at mid-segment and premium buyers from across India, reported timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
With easy 1% monthly payment plans, strong rental yields, and long-term residency benefits, Dubai real estate continues to draw interest from Indian buyers seeking affordability, transparency, and global returns.
Rizwan Sajan, founder and chairman of Danube Group, told that Dubai offers more accessible entry points and lower transaction costs compared to India. “Over the last few years, property prices in India have increased significantly, especially for new launches in metro cities like Mumbai, NCR, and Bengaluru. Dubai, on the other hand, offers affordable entry points, transparent regulations, and attractive payment plans,” he said.
Danube has introduced a 0.5% Diwali payment scheme—an extension of its popular 1% monthly plan—making property ownership more feasible for middle-income investors. With rental yields averaging 9% annually, Dubai continues to outperform Indian metros in returns.
Developers report a surge in inquiries and bookings during the festive season, driven by Indian cultural sentiment around auspicious investments and wealth creation
“Festivals have always been powerful catalysts for big-ticket purchases. Indians consistently rank among the top foreign investors, contributing to nearly a quarter of property transactions this year,” said Ankur Aggarwal, founder of BNW Developments.
Off-plan projects now account for more than half of Dubai’s total sales, offering flexible payment structures and access to branded residences. Indian buyers increasingly view UAE property as both a lifestyle choice and a long-term wealth strategy.
“The Indian buyer walking into our office today is very different from five years ago,” said Dubai-based realtor Ritu Kant Ojha. “Earlier, it was old money from Delhi or Mumbai chasing penthouses. Now, it’s tech founders from Bengaluru or doctors from Pune—buyers focused on yield and lifestyle value.”
Developers are also competing fiercely by waiving fees such as Dubai’s 4% DLD charge and offering limited-time festival incentives. Meanwhile, Dubai’s appeal is bolstered by its infrastructure, security, and the golden visa scheme for property investments of AED 2 million and above.
Indians now account for nearly half of all buyers in premium segments, prompting Dubai real estate firms to host exhibitions across Indian cities to tap into festive momentum and growing investment appetite.
