The Dubai residential land plots allocation will see Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum approve 4,631 residential land plots for Emirati citizens in Dubai, a move designed to support homeownership and streamline access through a digital channel.
Key Takeaways: Dubai residential land plots allocation
- 4,631 residential land plots approved for Emirati citizens in Dubai.
- Total value: AED 5.3 billion, total area: 71+ million sq ft.
- Allocation starts next week via the Emirati platform in the DubaiNow app.
| Item | Figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Number of plots | 4,631 | Residential land plots for Emirati citizens in Dubai |
| Total value | AED 5.3 billion | Government-approved allocation value |
| Total area | 71+ million sq ft | Combined area across the announced locations |
| Locations | Al Ayyas, Latifa City, Mushrif | Plots distributed across these areas in Dubai |
| Allocation channel | Emirati platform in DubaiNow | Digital distribution via DubaiNow App |
| Timing | Next week | Allocation to begin next week, approval date not specified |
Which areas are included in Dubai’s new land plot allocation
The approved plots sit across Al Ayyas, Latifa City, and Mushrif, according to details shared by Dubai’s official channels.
The allocation is being handled through a streamlined digital channel to ensure transparency and ease of access and will run through the “Emirati” service inside the DubaiNow App, with distribution starting next week.
- Platform: The “Emarati” platform within the DubaiNow app.
- Timeline: Allocations are scheduled to begin within the coming week (late March 2026).
- Requirements: Citizens typically need a UAE Pass to log in and access their personalized housing and land grant services.
- Governance: The process is managed by Dubai Municipality in coordination with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment.
| Area | Number of Plots | Total Area (sq. ft.) | Key Planned Amenities |
| Al Eyas | 2,540 | 39 million | Mosques, neighborhood Majlis, retail centers, school, early childhood center, cycling tracks. |
| Latifa City | 1,761 | 28 million | Mosques, parks, retail centers, school, Quran memorization center, green paths. |
| Mushrif | 330 | 4 million | Two mosques, family park, retail center, and sustainable infrastructure. |
This allocation signals continued government-backed support for Emirati homeownership and specifies Emirati citizens in Dubai as the beneficiaries. That means this specific Land Plots Allocation does not apply to expatriate residents
If you are an Emirati citizen in Dubai and you expect to be part of this allocation, check the Emirati platform within DubaiNow next week and follow the in app steps as they appear. Keep your personal records and contact details up to date in the app so notifications and status updates reach you without delays.
