Regulation
Off-plan purchases and registration: why handover timing matters
Off-plan assets may only be assessed against residency pathways after completion, handover, and land department registration — not at booking.
Developers often market off-plan inventory with lifestyle and payment-plan advantages. For residency planning, the critical milestone is usually registration — not reservation.
Investors should plan for:
• Construction and handover timelines
• Final registered value vs. list price
• Any mortgage structure at completion
Never assume Golden Visa eligibility at booking without independent verification.