Bengaluru investors are increasingly moving to the Dubai real estate market, drawn by higher rental rates, tax breaks, and the long-term benefits of the UAE’s Golden Visa scheme. Dubai now provides rental yields of 5% to 9% and capital appreciation of up to 85% from 2020 to 2025, significantly outpacing Bengaluru, which yields between 2% and 4%.

The Golden Visa program, which is available for homes worth more than AED 2 million, offers a 10-year residency option and has been a popular choice for high-net-worth individuals and professionals from India’s technology sector. Furthermore, Dubai properties are less expensive than those in Bangalore’s prime locations. A one-bedroom flat in central Bengaluru can cost up to 2 crore, while comparable possibilities in Dubai start at around AED 1.2 million (around 27 lakh).

Proximity is another feature appealing to Bengaluru buyers, with a flying time of around three hours making Dubai both accessible and convenient. The city’s record 18.72 million tourists in 2024 have increased real estate demand, especially in popular areas like Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Village Circle, and Dubai Hills Estate.