Oqood is the Dubai Land Department's system for registering off-plan property sales before title deeds are issued at handover. Every off-plan sale-and-purchase agreement (SPA) is recorded through it.
For buyers, Oqood is proof of their off-plan purchase. For developers, accurate Oqood records are what make a clean handover and timely title deeds possible.
When does Oqood happen?
Oqood is activated once a project is registered with the DLD and has its project number. From that point, each unit sale can be recorded as SPAs are signed.
It sits between registration and title deed issuance bridging the gap during the off-plan period.
What gets recorded
- Buyer details and the specific unit purchased
- Sale price and payment status
- SPA terms and registration of the agreement with the DLD
Why accuracy matters
Oqood records flow directly into title deed issuance at completion. Gaps or inconsistencies between Oqood, escrow and the SPAs create handover delays and disputes.
Keeping unit data clean and consistent from the first sale is the simplest way to ensure a smooth handover later.
Frequently asked questions
No. Oqood records an off-plan sale before completion; the title deed is issued at handover when the unit is ready. Accurate Oqood records feed into the eventual title deed.
