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Abu Dhabi · Off-plan & Ready Homes
Modon Properties · For buyers in Durban
Own an Modon home in Abu Dhabi, from Durban.
Ready + Off-plan
Durban investors are among the fastest growing groups of South African buyers in Abu Dhabi, drawn by yields and residency options. Abu Dhabi is around 8 hours away, with off-plan launches and ready-to-move Modon residences and 24-hour advisory callbacks.
Starting from approximately R 6.2M.
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Why buy with us
Modon, Abu Dhabi's most trusted developer
- 0% Income Tax
No personal income tax on rental income or capital gains in the UAE.
- Golden Visa
10-year renewable residency for property investors from AED 2M.
- Strong ROI
Some of the highest rental yields among global gateway cities.
- Safe & Stable
Ranked among the world's safest cities, with an AA-rated economy.
Buying from Durban
How buyers in Durban purchase an Modon home in Abu Dhabi
Durban investors are among the fastest growing groups of South African buyers in Abu Dhabi, drawn by yields and residency options. Abu Dhabi is around 8 hours from Durban, and the whole purchase can be completed without travelling.
- Flight time to Abu Dhabi
- around 8 hours from Durban
- Entry price
- From R 6.2M
- Paid in
- AED, funded from ZAR
- First payment
- 10% booking + 4% ADREC fee
- Ownership
- 100% freehold, title deed in your name
- Golden Visa
- From AED 2M invested
- Step 1Shortlist from Durban
We send live availability, floor plans and the payment plan for each Modon project that fits your budget in ZAR, so you compare before anything is reserved.
- Step 2Reserve remotely
Units are held on a booking form and signed digitally. No trip to Abu Dhabi is required, which matters when the flight is around 8 hours.
- Step 3Remit the first payment
A bank transfer from Durban covers the 10% booking amount plus the 4% Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre registration fee.
- Step 4Pay on milestones, then handover
The balance follows construction milestones on the Modon payment plan. At completion we arrange snagging, handover and, if you want it, letting.
Questions from Durban
Modon property in Abu Dhabi, answered for Durban buyers
Can someone living in Durban buy an Modon property in Abu Dhabi?
Yes. Modon communities are freehold, which means buyers based in Durban can own the property outright in their own name with no residency requirement and no local sponsor. The purchase is registered with the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre and the title deed is issued in the buyer's name.
How much do I need to start, in ZAR?
Entry level Modon homes start from roughly R 6.2M. On an off-plan launch the first payment is usually 10% of the price plus the 4% Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre fee, so a buyer in Durban typically transfers around 14% up front and pays the balance on the construction milestones.
Do I have to fly to Abu Dhabi to complete the purchase?
No. Buyers from Durban regularly reserve remotely: units are held on a booking form, documents are signed digitally and funds are remitted by bank transfer. Abu Dhabi is around 8 hours from Durban, so most buyers visit later for handover or snagging rather than to sign.
Which Modon communities suit buyers from Durban?
Investors focused on yield tend to choose apartments in Hudayriyat Island, Bashayer and Nawayef East. Families buying a second home lean towards villas and townhouses in Reem Island, Muheira and Nawayef Village, which is next to Al Maktoum International Airport and Expo City.
Is the Golden Visa available on an Modon purchase?
A property investment of AED 2M or more qualifies for the 10-year renewable UAE Golden Visa, and it can be met with off-plan units as well as completed homes. Buyers in Durban often combine two smaller units to reach the threshold.
What is the tax position for a South African buyer?
Abu Dhabi charges no annual property tax and no tax on rental income. There is a one-off 4% transfer fee at registration. South African buyers should still check reporting obligations on overseas assets and rental income at home, which is covered in our South Africa buyer guide.
Buyer guide
Buying Modon property from South Africa
How South African buyers remit funds, the tax treatment of Abu Dhabi rental income, and the 10-year Golden Visa in ZAR. Written for the South Africa market.
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Ready Modon homes, available today
Alongside our latest off-plan launches, we have a curated selection of completed, handover-ready Modon residences across Downtown, Reem Island, Creek Harbour and more, perfect for buyers who want to move in or start earning rental income straight away.
Why Abu Dhabi
One of the world's most compelling property markets
01
0% Income Tax
No personal income tax on rental income or capital gains in the UAE.
02
Golden Visa
10-year renewable residency for property investors from AED 2M.
03
Strong ROI
Some of the highest rental yields among global gateway cities.
04
Safe & Stable
Ranked among the world's safest cities, with an AA-rated economy.
05
Global Hub
8 hours from two-thirds of the world's population.
06
Freehold Ownership
100% freehold rights for international buyers in Modon communities.
Where you'll live
Modon's master-planned communities across Abu Dhabi
From Nawayef East and Al Maryah Island to Reem Island, Bashayer, Hudayriyat Island, Al Naseem Community, Muheira, Hudayriyat Golf Estates and Nawayef Village , every address is designed for lifestyle, connectivity and long-term value.
Payment Plans
80/20
Pay 80% during construction, 20% on handover on select projects.
Booking From
10%
Reserve your unit with a 10% down payment.
Handover
2026–2028
Multiple projects handing over across the next 24 months.
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Our advisors will send you the latest floor plans, price lists and payment plans across off-plan launches and ready-to-move homes, no obligation. Register your interest and we will contact you back within 24 hours.