The emirate’s brokerage industry has evolved from a transactional service into a major economic driver, supported by stringent regulatory frameworks and a growing base of professionally licensed agents operating across residential, commercial, and investment property segments.
Dubai Land Department figures show broker-led transactions climbed 54% to 96,440 deals in 2025, demonstrating the sector’s central role in maintaining market efficiency as property values and transaction volumes continued their upward trajectory.
Women Drive 83% Commission Growth
Women brokers emerged as a major force within the sector, completing 28,909 transactions—a 49% increase—and earning AED2.98 billion in commissions, reflecting 83% growth year-on-year.
By year-end 2025, women accounted for 11,371 of the 32,294 registered brokers in Dubai, underscoring the sector’s capacity to attract diverse talent within a competitive and equitable professional environment.
The performance demonstrates the impact of inclusive licensing frameworks and professional development initiatives aimed at expanding participation across demographic segments.
Broker Numbers Expand 38%
The influx of new real estate brokers rose to 13,083 in 2025, representing a 38% increase from the previous year as the profession gained appeal amid sustained market momentum and attractive commission structures.
Registered brokerage offices reached 9,785, operating under regulatory standards designed to balance market expansion with service quality and consumer protection.
The emirate’s property market recorded AED60.60 billion in transactions during February 2026 alone, maintaining the momentum that has driven brokerage sector growth.
Emirati Broker Development Programme
Dubai Land Department has prioritized national talent development through initiatives including the Dubai Real Estate Brokers Programme and the Real Estate Brokers Incubator Programme, developed in partnership with Dubai Silicon Oasis and academic institutions.
These programs support Emirati brokers in transitioning from individual practitioners to owners of integrated brokerage firms aligned with international best practices, with participants now managing transactions worth billions of dirhams.
The structured approach reflects broader efforts to enhance local participation in the sector while maintaining professional standards that have contributed to market resilience amid regional challenges.
Regulatory Framework Strengthens Market
The sector’s expansion has occurred within a regulatory environment that mandates structured licensing requirements, ensuring professionalism and market discipline as transaction values increase.
This framework has enhanced service quality and transaction efficiency, contributing to Dubai’s position as a transparent and professionally managed real estate market attracting international capital.
The 2025 performance builds on long-term growth trends, with strategic capital now accounting for approximately 40% of transactions as the market transitions from speculation-led dynamics to structured capital allocation.

