1. What happens if one of the joint owners passes away? Should the contract be changed in Emaar to reflect the fact that one owner has passed away?
2. Is a will sufficient enough to change the ownership after my death?
3. Can I add my childrens’ names to my Sale Agreement to protect the interest of my family in the event of my death?

What happens if one of the joint owners passes away? Should the contract be changed in Emaar to reflect the fact that one owner has passed away?

Article 11 of the UAE Civil Code states that “The law of the state of which a person has the nationality shall apply to the civil status and competence of such person”. In line with this, Emaar has established procedures for Transfer on Succession to the next of kin upon the demise of the owner/ one of the joint owners of the property.

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Is a will sufficient enough to change the ownership after my death?

A will is not sufficient enough for change in ownership unless the same is confirmed by the court and a succession certificate is issued.

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Can I add my childrens’ names to my Sale Agreement to protect the interest of my family in the event of my death?

In the event of a death, then UAE property and Sharia Law will be followed for transfer on succession; or as authorized by a court order.

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