How can I sell a property registered under my minor daughters’ names within a month?

Hello,

You cannot sell the property directly because all the daughters are under 21. You must obtain court approval, and the court will need proof that the sale is in the minors’ best interests.

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Dear Sir,

Since the property is registered under your daughters’ names, and some of them are minors, selling the property requires obtaining prior approval from the competent court to complete the sale legally and properly, with justifications demonstrating the benefit to the minors.

As your attorney, I will represent you in court, prepare all necessary documents, obtain the sale authorization, and then complete the sale process and ensure the distribution of the proceeds as you requested (70% for investment and 30% for education) in the shortest possible time.

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Sincerely,

Dr. Ahmed Al-Maamari, Attorney-at-Law

Dear Inquirer,

Since the property is registered under your daughters’ names and two of them are still minors, selling it will require specific court approvals and legal procedures in the UAE to ensure their rights are protected. The distribution of sale proceeds (70% for investment and 30% for education) must also be structured legally to avoid future disputes.

We recommend seeking direct legal assistance to proceed smoothly and within your timeframe.

You may book a consultation with FUTURE VISION ADVOCATES & LEGAL CONSULTANCY or authorize our office to handle the matter on your behalf.

Best regards,

Dear Questioner,

Thank you for your message!

Since the property is registered under your daughters’ names (16, 17, and 20 years old), selling it requires special considerations under UAE law:

Minor Ownership (16 & 17 years old) – For the two daughters under 18:

You will need to obtain court approval to sell the property, as minors cannot legally sell property on their own.

The court will typically consider whether the sale is in the best interest of the minors, including ensuring their share is safeguarded.

Adult Ownership (20 years old) – Your 20-year-old daughter can consent to the sale herself, and no court approval is required for her share.

Mortgage Consideration – If the property is mortgaged, the bank’s consent is required to proceed with the sale. The mortgage must be settled from the proceeds at the time of sale.

Distribution of Proceeds – To split the revenue as planned (70% for investment, 30% for education):

You can set up a trust or designated bank accounts for your daughters to ensure proper allocation.

The court may also review and approve your proposed allocation for the minor daughters.

Timeline – Court approval can sometimes take several weeks, so achieving the sale within one month may be challenging. Starting the court application immediately and preparing all documentation in advance will help expedite the process.

Next Steps:

Prepare the required documentation for the court, including property ownership, daughters’ ages, sale agreement, and proposed distribution of proceeds.

Apply to the court for consent to sell on behalf of the minor daughters.

Coordinate with the bank regarding mortgage settlement and the sale process.

We can assist in preparing the court application, coordinating with the bank, and ensuring the sale is legally compliant while safeguarding your daughters’ interests.

Best regards,

Mohammed Salah

Legal Consultant

Hi,

To sell the property registered under your daughters' names and get approval within one month, the easiest way is as follows:

1. Since the property is jointly owned by your daughters (all under 18 and one just 20), you, as their legal guardian, will need to obtain court approval for the sale because they are minors or young adults.

2. Prepare necessary documents, including the title deed, identification documents, and proof of guardianship. Apply to the local court for permission to sell the property on behalf of your daughters.

3. Once court approval is granted, you can proceed to sell the property through the usual channels, such as a real estate agent or directly.

4. Regarding the revenue split: after the sale, you may divide the proceeds, with 70% going to investment and 30% allocated for education expenses, as you plan, ensuring transparent record-keeping.

5. Consult with us to help with the court process and document preparation to expedite approval.

Your UAE birth and your daughters’ UAE birth support residency and straightforward legal processes.

Early initiation of court proceedings for sale approval is essential to meet your one-month timeline.

If you want, professional legal support is advisable to handle this efficiently.

Yes, you can sell the property within approximately one month, but the basic requirement is to obtain permission from the Juvenile Court for girls (aged 16 and 17). After the sale, their shares will be managed under your supervision as guardian, with the option to allocate them to education and investments as you plan.

Hello,

As per your query, please note that since you are an Emirati and the 2 daughters are minors, you are still the guardian for them, and for the major daughter, you can process the sale with her signature only and make documents of NOC from the other 2 daughters and collect the money for their future.

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Property Ownership: Registered under your daughters’ names (16, 17, 20 years old).

Minor Daughters: Sale requires court approval to ensure it’s in their best interest.

Adult Daughter: Can approve her portion herself.

Steps for Quick Sale (≈1 month):

Hire a UAE property lawyer experienced in minor property sales.

Prepare documents: title deed, mortgage approval, minors’ birth certificates, and a clear proceeds allocation plan (70% investment, 30% education). We are honored to represent you legally.

Apply to the local Court for Sale Approval.

Once approved, complete the sale and transfer at the Land Department.

Allocation of Proceeds: The Court can specify distribution for minors; the adult daughter can directly receive her share.

Tip: Having the buyer, sale price, and distribution plan ready helps expedite court approval.

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Thank you for contacting us via Legal Advice Middle East!

Your situation relates to a property registered under your daughters’ names (ages 16, 17, and 20) and your wish to sell it upon handover, then allocate the sale proceeds 70% to reinvestment and 30% to their education.

We have managed nearly identical cases, where minors were named as owners of real estate in the UAE, and the family later needed to sell. In those matters, the key step was obtaining court approval to sell on behalf of the minors, ensuring the proceeds were safeguarded for their benefit.

There are two important aspects here. Since two of your daughters are under 21, any sale of property registered in their names requires prior approval from the Personal Status Court (Family Court), as they are still legally minors in property dealings.

The court normally grants permission if it is shown that the sale is in the children’s best interests and the funds will be preserved for their education and welfare.

Your eldest daughter (20 years) will also still require a guardian’s approval until she reaches full legal capacity. Once approval is secured, you can proceed with the transfer and mortgage clearance.

As for the allocation of proceeds, the court may request a clear plan showing how the 30% will be set aside for education and how the 70% will be reinvested. Often this is done by placing the funds in a bank account in the minors’ names or under judicial supervision until disbursed.

Preparing this structure in advance makes the approval process faster and helps achieve your one-month target.

To proceed smoothly, you will need: the property title deed, your daughters’ passports and Emirates IDs, and a petition to the Personal Status Court requesting approval of the sale with your proposed allocation of funds.

Our firm has extensive experience in preparing and filing such applications to avoid delays.

Our multilingual team (Arabic, English, Russian, Hindi, and Chinese) can assist you with the petition, the sale transaction, and ensuring the court approval is obtained quickly.

For direct support, please contact us.

Be advised: To sell a property in your daughters’ names, you must get court approval because two are minors.

Give the court their IDs, birth certificates, property proof, and a plan for the money (70% investment, 30% education). The court usually approves quickly if it helps the children.

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