Dubai Land Department: Title Deeds, Oqood, Escrow Accounts & Investor Protection Explained
The Dubai Land Department (DLD) is the official government authority that registers all property and enforces off‑plan project rules in Dubai. It issues Title Deeds (final ownership certificates) only after a project is completed and confirms development milestones. For off‑plan sales, DLD uses the Oqood (interim register) system, so every purchase contract must be recorded