Mashreq Bank Mortgages – Rates, Fees & FAQ

Current rates: 4.45%–6% variable (EIBOR-based). Islamic mortgage option available (Sharia-compliant). Rates tied to EIBOR; adjust monthly/quarterly. Average rate: ~5.22% for qualified borrowers. Consult bank for individual pre-approval rate.

Processing fee: AED 1,500. Valuation fee: ~AED 1,000. Legal/documentation: ~AED 500. Mortgage registration (DLD): 0.4% of loan amount. Total closing costs: ~AED 3000/property purchase. Allowed with minimal penalty

Early settlement policy: Allowed with minimal penalty. Penalty: Possible; check contract. Benefit: Save on interest (AED 300K+ on 20-year loans). Prepayment: Most banks allow extra installments without penalty.

Minimum salary: AED 5,000/month for residents. Non-residents: often higher (~AED 10K+). Monthly payment-to-income ratio: typically max 30–40%. For AED 2M property (80% LTV, 20 years, 5% rate): monthly payment ~AED 11K; requires salary ~AED 30K+.

Maximum LTV: 75%. Down payment required: 25%. First property: typically easier approval. Second property: lower LTV (~75%). Non-residents: lower LTV than residents (check terms). Loan amount capped at 4–5x annual salary.

Strengths: Lowest processing fees in market; Good rates for properties under AED 2M. Pre-approval turnaround: 6 days. Market position: Major player with stable rates and reliable service. Mobile app: Convenient for account management.

Potential cons: Lower LTV than some competitors; Requires more detailed financial documentation. Processing time: 9–10 days for full approval. Documentation: Extensive; ensure complete file to avoid delays. Comparison: Compare rates with FAB, Mashreq, ADCB to ensure best deal.

Pre-approval timeline: 6 business days (with complete documents). Required docs: ID, visa, employment letter, last 3 salary slips, property details. Once pre-approved: you can make offers with confidence. Pre-approval is not a guarantee; full approval follows property selection and valuation.

After pre-approval: Select property → Negotiate deal → Submit property details → Arrange valuation → Bank full appraisal (5–7 days) → Final approval → DLD mortgage registration → Closing (funds disbursed). Total: 2–3 weeks post-pre-approval. Keep pre-approval active (valid 3–6 months) during property search.