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Sell Your Car in UAE

Fast, Fair, and Hassle-Free
...all from the comfort of your home
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How does the service work?

CarSwitch is an online platform that helps advertise and sell your car. We don’t buy cars directly. We list your car on our website and app, handle all inquiries and negotiations, send a specialist to inspect and photograph your car, and assist with paperwork and transfer of ownership once we find a buyer.

What are the fees?

There's an upfront fee for inspection and listing starting from AED 99 and a commission is only taken after the sale and varies based on the car's price but starts from AED 999.

How much can I sell my car for?

You set your own price on CarSwitch, but we will provide you with our recommendation based on several data sources, including recent sales, offers made and live listings on the internet, so you get a good price that is still competitive to attract serious buyers.

Can I list my car if it has accidents or modifications?

We typically accept cars without major accidents. Minor accidents are usually okay, but we'll need to inspect the car first. For heavily modified cars, we can list them but need to verify the modifications.

How does the inspection process work?

Our specialist will visit your location to inspect the car, test drive, take professional photos, and create a 360-degree video. This helps showcase your car's condition to potential buyers.

Can I negotiate the price with buyers?

We handle all negotiations on your behalf, but you can also respond to offers through our app. We aim to get you the best price possible of your car.

Do you buy the car directly?

No, we don't buy cars directly. We're an advertising platform that helps connect sellers with potential buyers.

Is my car eligible to be listed?

We only accept cars located in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, not older than 2011 and driven less than 300k km (186k miles).

What if I find a buyer on my own?

You're free to sell your car to anyone at any time. Just delete your CarSwitch ad from your dedicated seller portal once it’s sold. You don’t have to pay our success fee in this case.

Do you handle the paperwork and transfer process?

Yes, we assist with all documentation and the transfer of ownership process once a buyer is found.

How long does it take to sell a car?

70% of our cars sell within 2-4 weeks. This is highly dependent on the car’s condition and your asking price.

I have another question

You can reach out to us with further questions at 045061399 and we will be happy to help you

How does the service work?

CarSwitch is an online platform that helps advertise and sell your car. We don’t buy cars directly. We list your car on our website and app, handle all inquiries and negotiations, send a specialist to inspect and photograph your car, and assist with paperwork and transfer of ownership once we find a buyer.

What are the fees?

There's an upfront fee for inspection and listing starting from AED 99 and a commission is only taken after the sale and varies based on the car's price but starts from AED 999.

How much can I sell my car for?

You set your own price on CarSwitch, but we will provide you with our recommendation based on several data sources, including recent sales, offers made and live listings on the internet, so you get a good price that is still competitive to attract serious buyers.

Do you buy the car directly?

No, we don't buy cars directly. We're an advertising platform that helps connect sellers with potential buyers.

Is my car eligible to be listed?

We only accept cars located in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, not older than 2011 and driven less than 300k km (186k miles).

What if I find a buyer on my own?

You're free to sell your car to anyone at any time. Just delete your CarSwitch ad from your dedicated seller portal once it’s sold. You don’t have to pay our success fee in this case.

Can I list my car if it has accidents or modifications?

We typically accept cars without major accidents. Minor accidents are usually okay, but we'll need to inspect the car first. For heavily modified cars, we can list them but need to verify the modifications.

How does the inspection process work?

Our specialist will visit your location to inspect the car, test drive, take professional photos, and create a 360-degree video. This helps showcase your car's condition to potential buyers.

Can I negotiate the price with buyers?

We handle all negotiations on your behalf, but you can also respond to offers through our app. We aim to get you the best price possible of your car.

Do you handle the paperwork and transfer process?

Yes, we assist with all documentation and the transfer of ownership process once a buyer is found.

How long does it take to sell a car?

70% of our cars sell within 2-4 weeks. This is highly dependent on the car’s condition and your asking price.

I have another question

You can reach out to us with further questions at 045061399 and we will be happy to help you

How does the service work?

CarSwitch is an online platform that helps advertise and sell your car. We don’t buy cars directly. We list your car on our website and app, handle all inquiries and negotiations, send a specialist to inspect and photograph your car, and assist with paperwork and transfer of ownership once we find a buyer.

What are the fees?

There's an upfront fee for inspection and listing starting from AED 99 and a commission is only taken after the sale and varies based on the car's price but starts from AED 999.

How much can I sell my car for?

You set your own price on CarSwitch, but we will provide you with our recommendation based on several data sources, including recent sales, offers made and live listings on the internet, so you get a good price that is still competitive to attract serious buyers.

Do you buy the car directly?

No, we don't buy cars directly. We're an advertising platform that helps connect sellers with potential buyers.

Is my car eligible to be listed?

We only accept cars located in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, not older than 2011 and driven less than 300k km (186k miles).

I have another question

You can reach out to us with further questions at 045061399 and we will be happy to help you

How does the service work?

CarSwitch is an online platform that helps advertise and sell your car. We don’t buy cars directly. We list your car on our website and app, handle all inquiries and negotiations, send a specialist to inspect and photograph your car, and assist with paperwork and transfer of ownership once we find a buyer.

What are the fees?

There's an upfront fee for inspection and listing starting from AED 99 and a commission is only taken after the sale and varies based on the car's price but starts from AED 999.

How much can I sell my car for?

You set your own price on CarSwitch, but we will provide you with our recommendation based on several data sources, including recent sales, offers made and live listings on the internet, so you get a good price that is still competitive to attract serious buyers.

Do you buy the car directly?

No, we don't buy cars directly. We're an advertising platform that helps connect sellers with potential buyers.

Is my car eligible to be listed?

We only accept cars located in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, not older than 2011 and driven less than 300k km (186k miles).

I have another question

You can reach out to us with further questions at 045061399 and we will be happy to help you

* Once CarSwitch collects a non-refundable deposit from a qualified buyer to secure the sale of your car
Rated 4.8 out of 5

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How it works

Book a home / office visit

A CarSwitch Specialist will visit your location to certify & photograph the car (ad valid for 5 months)

We find the right buyer for your car

Your dedicated call center agent will handle every call to get you the right buyer, answer all questions, filter seriousness, arrange test drives at your location & join you at every step

We’ll handle the transfer

Once you're happy with a deal, we will secure the payment, assist you with the paperwork and join you for the transfer to make sure its safe.
Our success fees will be deducted from the car's selling price

Instantly list your car

Provide your car's details with the best photos to create your listing. It's simple, fast, and puts you in control of the sale.

Attract interested buyers

Your listing will be visible to thousands of potential buyers. You handle all inquiries directly to negotiate the best deal.

Complete the sale your way

Meet with buyers, finalize the price, and manage the paperwork yourself. Self Switch makes it easy for you to connect and close the deal.

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Mr.Jeffrey was very professional in his behaviour and inspection. The inspection took nearly 50 minutes with thorough checking. Carswitch has very systematic way of dealing with both buyer and seller.
ahamed fahath
ahamed fahath
I had a fantastic experience with CarSwitch! Their team made the process of selling my vehicle incredibly smooth and hassle-free. From the moment I listed my car to the final sale, they provided excellent support and were always available to answer my questions. I highly recommend CarSwitch for anyone looking for a quick and easy way to sell their car. Thank you for making this such a positive experience!
Marthinus Hattingh Van Niekerk
Marthinus Hattingh Van Niekerk
Though my car hasn't been sold yet, would like to shoutout Jerry Pandian and Ian Madarang who made the sign up process super quick and easy.
Justin Castro
Justin Castro
Very smooth process.. hassle free selling .. no extra hidden charges .. transparent deal..Mr Zahid was very professional..
Harsh Prasad
Harsh Prasad
Jerry Pandian was a very helpful representative/mechanic for our car selling inspection and so was Ms. Rana. Thank you
sumyya owais
sumyya owais
I recently sold my car Carswitch and with no doubt I would like to say that their sales representative by name Jerry gave us one of the best services ever. Guys trust Carswitch as one of the best car platforms to trust always and you will never regret. Keep it up guys we are happy to have people like you in the market.
ann nyokabi
ann nyokabi
I highly recommend CarSwitch, if your planning to sell your car. Today September 09, 2024 my car was inspected by Mr. Sultan from carswitch. He was very professional doing the inspection and explain everything. Fast and smooth communication from the sales team.
Jonathan Fuentes
Jonathan Fuentes
Highly professional team, and my car sold within very little time.
Kottu Narendra
Kottu Narendra
professional experience from A to Z no need to the hassle of the communication between seller and buyer. car switch agent always will be in between and physically presented in every step till the handover of the car key
Abdullah alzoghbi
Abdullah alzoghbi
Car Switch has been a great place for me to sell my car. They were very helpful at all times, guiding us all through the process of finding a buyer, until the deal was finalized. Thanks
janet dsouza
janet dsouza
CarSwitch is a professional platform to sell or buy any car with reasonable prices Special thanks to Rohit, he is a fantastic man
Kenan Osman
Kenan Osman
Peace of mind in selling your vehicle, they will take care of all things, and they will only call you if a serious buyer is available (no non-sense calls to you, their agents are very polite and professional, and their app automatically updates you with the required.. hopefully they will keep it up with this level, very recommended.
Maen Qudeimat
Maen Qudeimat
Thanks to CarSwitch, they were helpful all the way - kept their patience when it was necessary. Thanks to Imtiaz for his role during my car testing from seller.
francisco trinidad
francisco trinidad
I sold my car, thank God, through the website. Thanks to brother Syed. A very excellent site. It made it easy for me to sell my car ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Amna Amna
Amna Amna
Majid.....Thank you for your help and support although the hot weather (almost 50 degrees) and he insisted to continue, really car switch is very unique, fast, hassle free and professional service of selling my car, thank you ????????
Peter G.
Peter G.
Very helpful professional Mr, Saqib explained everything, deserves stars highly recommend, nice platform to selling and buying cars
Athar Pervez
Athar Pervez
Car Switch have been a blessing for selling my Car. Smooth process and very responsive team, right from the uploading the pics details etc. mobile app is very user friendly and very informative. Special mention to Rohit for the assistance at the time of inspection. Thank You Car Switch
Sujith S Menon
Sujith S Menon
Great service by CarSwitch team with special thanks to Mohammad Ashar, Anthony, Karan for seamless transfer and assistance. Thanks you and keep up the good work. Second car I have sold with CarSwitch. They are the best.
Vidur Berry
Vidur Berry

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I sell my car in the UAE?

There are 3 ways to sell your used car in the UAE:
  1. A managed service (CarSwitch.com) - where you can sell your car for maximum value and don’t need to worry about the complicated process of selling your car.
  2. Dealerships - where although the process of selling is relatively simple, you will have to settle for a low value for your car (as dealers need to cover overheads and profit margins) making this the least attractive option to sell your car for the best price.
  3. Classifieds - where you will have to manage the entire process on your own and therefore highly recommended that you read the guide below before you start selling your car!
Selling a car in UAE privately can be a complicated, time-consuming, process. There are several advertising, bank, RTA, and insurance transfer laws you need to abide by. Furthermore, you also need to make sure that the used car buyer has complied with all the laws and is eligible for purchasing your car. The biggest drawback is with limited access to eligible car buyers, selling your used car privately isn’t the best way to get the best price for your car. You can read into the process of selling your used car to know more about how to sell your car in UAE.

Looking for someone to take care of the process for you? A managed service CarSwitch.com makes it super simple to get the price for your car, without doing any of the work!
How do you get the best price for your used car? Simple, you set it! Our Switchers will provide guidance on pricing, and you can change it at any time through the app (Andriod & iOS) so that ultimately you’re in full control. From there on, we handle all the chaos. Our partner network of banks, insurers, and specialists will handle it all from visiting you, wherever you are in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Sharjah to photograph and inspect your car, to figure out how to sell a car already on loan. We then advertise your car online through CarSwitch.com, our social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Linkedin), and other sites, line up buyers and enable show times to show off your used car. You will sell your car in no time, and for the price that you want! Once we sell your car, we even guide you with the paperwork. The best part? You sell straight to end-user buyers so you get the best car prices.
Sell cars in UAE for the best price with ease!
  1. Evaluate Your Car's Market Price: The first step to sell your car is to know its current market value. Use the Car Valuator tool on CarSwitch to get an accurate and instant valuation. This will give you a clear idea of how much you can expect to get for your car.
  2. Prepare Your Car for Sale: Ensure your car is in good condition. Clean it thoroughly, fix any minor issues, and gather all necessary documents. A well-maintained car can attract higher offers and sell faster.
  3. List Your Car on CarSwitch: CarSwitch makes it easy to sell any car in the UAE. Create a detailed listing with high-quality photos and a comprehensive description. Highlight key features and recent upgrades to make your listing stand out.
  4. Set a Competitive Price: Based on the valuation from the Car Valuator and current market trends, set a competitive price for your car. Pricing it right is crucial to attract serious buyers quickly.
  5. Promote Your Listing: Use one of CarSwitch's packages to give your listing a boost:
    • Lite (AED 199)
      • Active for 3 months
      • We visit your location to create a premium ad. This includes:
      • High-quality professional photographs
      • 360 view - car buyers love this!
      • Car certification - we do a basic inspection to give buyers confidence
      • No Featured Ad
    • Fast (AED 329)
      • Active for 3 months
      • We visit your location to create a premium ad. This includes:
      • High-quality professional photographs
      • 360 view - car buyers love this!
      • Car certification - we do a basic inspection to give buyers confidence
      • Featured for 7 days - sell 2x faster
    • Fastest (AED 398)
      • Active for 3 months
      • We visit your location to create a premium ad. This includes:
      • High-quality professional photographs
      • 360 view - car buyers love this!
      • Car certification - we do a basic inspection to give buyers confidence
      • Featured for 14 days - sell 4x faster
  6. Negotiate Smartly: Be prepared to negotiate with potential buyers. Know your car's worth and be firm on your asking price. CarSwitch can help facilitate negotiations to ensure you get the best deal possible.
  7. Complete the Sale Securely: Once you have agreed on a price, follow the necessary steps to complete the sale securely. CarSwitch offers a hassle-free process, including handling paperwork and transferring ownership.

By following these steps and leveraging CarSwitch's comprehensive platform, you can sell your car for the best price in the UAE with confidence and ease. Start by using our Car Valuator to check the market price of your car today!

70% of used cars on the CarSwitch sell within two weeks, though many within a few days of posting and others within several weeks. Your price is the primary determinant of how long it will take to sell your car, which you control completely through your CarSwitch seller center. This center displays a ton of guidance to help you set the best price, from recommendations based on a thousands of real transactions conducted through CarSwitch to live comparisons of views, calls, and price drop requests versus other comparable cars on the website. Here you can set your price and change it at any time, as well as set your last price to help in any negotiations, and enter our auction platform for instant cash sale if you run out of time. Throughout, our team works tirelessly using this information to filter buyers and sell your car as quickly as possible.
With CarSwitch you set your own price! However, we provide concrete recommendations that account for your specific make, model, mileage, historical data from thousands of transactions conducted through CarSwitch. Ultimately, we aim to get the best price for your used car for sale in Dubai, UAE and the testament to that is we let you control it fully. We do strongly recommend that you follow the price guidance that our Switchers provide. In addition, you can review the performance of your ad compared to other cars on the platform, and reduce your price to get more traction at any time through your seller center.
Transferring Ownership of your car is a tricky process hence a managed service (CarSwitch.com) is here to help. Sell your car with CarSwitch and we will guide you through the entire process from bringing you serious buyers to transferring ownership of your used car. Still interested in transferring your car on your own? Below are the steps and documents you require to do so.

Before transferring ownership, sellers must ensure the buyer has a valid UAE resident visa, a UAE driver license, and an insurance certificate. The seller needs to have the mulkiya, Emirates ID, passport with residence visa, and confirmation of loan payment/transfer of loan if the car is on loan. Once these documents are attained, an RTA appointment can be scheduled.
At the RTA:
  • Sellers should clear any outstanding fines - please note whilst most fines can be dealt with at the RTA quickly, there are some fines such as violations that have received black points in another Emirate which will need to be cleared before you organise a visit to the RTA.
  • Buyers should fill out a vehicle permit application form at the typing centre.
  • Get your car inspected - A successful basic inspection is a prerequisite by the RTA before transferring ownership. Therefore, sellers should consider fixing major faults before the RTA visit. 2 main reasons for failing the inspection are worn down tires or brakes. It’s highly recommended that the buyer does a comprehensive inspection at RTA to have a good understanding of the car condition at the point of purchase.
  • Transferring the car - Once the above steps are cleared, a vehicle registration fee must be paid in order for the new registration card to be issued. A further license plate printing fee must be paid if applicable for this to be issued. Sellers can hand over their existing license plate to the RTA for a fee if they want to hold it for future car registration.
  • Salik Tag - Seller’s should remove their salik tag from the car to avoid the buyer using their tag. Buyer’s can purchase a new salik tag at the RTA.
It is important to note that the car transfer process gets a lot more complicated for selling cars under loan or transferring a car to a buyer who is financing the car/residing in another emirate from the seller! BUT… Don't worry! CarSwitch is here to help.

CarSwitch will guide you through the transfer with free access to our partner lane at Tasjeel and provide step-by-step instructions to ensure you’re well prepared. For more information, you can also read up on how to transfer your car at the RTA.
If you sell your car, you have to cancel the car insurance. There is also an alternative option of transferring this to the new owner. However, you will need to confirm if this is possible from your insurance provider.To cancel your insurance policy, all you need is a copy of the new registration card from the new car owner. It is also worth checking if your insurance is refundable as you might get some money back on your original premium depending on your insurance provider. On the other hand, to transfer your car insurance to the new owner, you will need:Existing policy documentNo objection letter from the sellerNew application formRegistration certificateCar Inspection ReportThis should be done immediately after transferring ownership of the car because failure to do so would mean any insurance claims will not be paid by the insurance company if there is an accident. Sounds like a complicated process? A managed service (CarSwitch.com) is here to help! Our experts will guide you through the WHOLE transfer process with free access to our partner lane at Tasjeel and provide step-by-step instructions to ensure you’re well prepared and no time is wasted.
CarSwitch arranges for a specialist to run a 1 hour assessment of your used car to gauge its condition. During the inspection, the Specialist will take professional photos, examine the interior & exterior, assess the condition of the engine and go on a test drive with you to make sure that the main components in your used car works as they should.The results of the inspection are displayed online which helps us answer most buyers` questions and only refer you serious buyers! In addition, transparency on the fantastic condition of your car increases your car`s price! Please note, CarSwitch does not warranty inspection results, particularly as the results may change from the time of inspection, and so buyers may request their own inspection at their own expense with your approval.The process is easy and hassle-free. The Specialist will visit you anywhere in Dubai, Sharjah or Abu Dhabi and you only need to be present for 10-15 mins, of the full hour, to answer some questions and go for a test drive. Car selling made easy for the busy UAE residents.
The better the condition of your used car, the higher the chances of selling for a higher value! With a managed service (CarSwitch.com), a specialist will visit you for a car inspection and snap high quality pictures of your car. This will give you a good idea of the condition and our specialists can even guide you on issues that need to be addressed. It is crucial that tires and brakes meet the RTA standards as you won't be able to sell your car otherwise. The following are a few other points you should consider fixing when selling your car: Change/refill oil, brakes, transmission fluids.Address oil leaks and engine noise issues if applicableReplace headlamps and clean foggy headlightsFix scratches/dents Ready to sell your used car? Tell us about your ride in a few clicks and a switcher will give you a call to schedule your car inspection. You can also read up on tips to retain your car’s resale value.
We charge AED 150 (+VAT) admin fee which includes organizing a specialist visit to inspect / photo, handling calls, filtering car buyers and arranging test drives. When we sell your car a success-based fee of AED 1,000 up to 3% (+VAT) will apply (depending on the value of your car but agreed with you up-front) which you can build into your car price. This fee is applicable only if we are able to help you sell your car. We take all the headaches for selling your car while you get the best price! Your Used Car for Sale in UAE will go quickly and without hassle!
We will work hard to help you sell your car in Dubai or anywhere in UAE. However, if you end up selling your car on your own then our success-based fee won’t apply. In addition, we will still guide you through the process to make sure that the transfer of car ownership at the RTA is a hassle free experience. We only ask that if you post your car on another platform, that you match the listing price you select on CarSwitch to give us a fair shot.Selling car couldn`t be easier!
Still paying off your car loan? A car under finance can be sold, although this is a complex process with a high level of risk involved. Looking for a managed service you can trust to take care of this instead? - CarSwitch.com can help you through the entire process whilst you sit back and relax!

To sell your car which is currently under loan - first, you will need to contact your bank to find out the outstanding loan amount as well as the early settlement fee if applicable. Once you know the exact outstanding amount, the 2 options you have to sell your car is:
  • Find a buyer willing to clear your auto loan
    In order to guarantee the buyer that the transfer of ownership will be done to their name once the auto loan is cleared, a “Seller's Agreement” will be required to be signed. The buyer will then need to visit the bank with the seller for the loan payment. The safest method to make this payment is via cash or manager's cheque.
  • Search for a buyer who is willing to buy the car on finance
    In this scenario, the buyer has to agree to use the same bank as the seller. Once the buyer agrees to this and approval for auto loan transfer has been received by the bank, the buyer needs to present a car valuation certificate against the loan amount. CarSwitch can organize this certificate for a cost starting from AED 300. Once this certificate is obtained, the seller can settle the owed amount with the bank. The buyer will need to provide the bank with the new registration card along with insurance papers to complete the transfer and close the loan.
    Sounds complicated and want a safe and secure way to sell your car which is currently under loan?
CarSwitch can handle it for you, through our partner network, and do it all the time! We’ll arrange for a legal seller agreement through our partner network to keep the buyer protected. Trust us. We know how to sell cars in UAE :) You can also read our full guide to selling cars under bank financing to find out more.
If you can afford to clear the outstanding balance when selling your car, then do so and check with the bank to ensure that they have electronically notified the RTA that your loan has been settled. If you cannot afford to do so, the next step is to sell your car to a buyer who is willing to pay off the loan in cash. Depending on how much is outstanding in your car loan and the fair value of your car, you can ask for the entire amount plus a little extra, the exact amount outstanding, or an amount less than the outstanding loan. For this, you will need to ask the bank how much is needed to settle your loan including any early settlement fees. Then, sign a seller’s agreement or Power of Attorney that would give the buyer power to transfer the car to his/her name once he/she clears your bank loan. These documents can be secured through a Notary Public or an authorised supplier of seller’s agreements.
Next, ask the buyer to meet you at the bank with the money, preferably in the form of cash or a certified manager’s cheque for the value of the car. At the bank, the buyer can hand over the relevant amount to the bank to clear the loan. The buyer can take the car home at this point. To complete the transfer of ownership, however, they will be required to go to the RTA once the bank electronically informs the RTA that the car is no longer under mortgage.
If you have moved out of the U.A.E for any reason and you haven’t been able to export or sell your car, the steps to selling your car in Dubai from abroad are as follows:
Get a power of attorney drafted by a professional so that it clearly and precisely conveys your situation. It is also important to appoint as your agent someone you trust or a professional firm that offers POA services. After your POA has been prepared, you will need to sign it in the presence of a notary or a solicitor, depending on the laws of the country you are signing it. In return, a notary or a solicitor will also sign the POA and state that the document was “witnessed by” him or her and the appropriate, usually embossed seal is placed.
The next step is to get it legalised by a foreign affairs department. This is important since you intend to use the POA in the UAE, i.e., outside of the country where you signed it. Legalization is a process whereby a government body (usually, a ministry of foreign affairs) confirms that the signature of a solicitor or notary on the POA is valid and should be recognized in the U.A.E. Once your POA is legalized by the ministry of foreign affairs or equivalent authority, then you can contact the UAE Embassy or Consulate in the country where you signed your POA or nearest country to get it attested. The second last step is to legalize your POA by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE. To complete this step, you do not necessarily have to be personally present in the UAE and anyone can do it on your behalf. Finally, you need to get the POA translated into Arabic by a certified legal translator, if the POA was done in a foreign language. It is important to note that the translator must be licensed by the UAE Ministry of Justice.
Once the POA is legalized and in place, your agent can now represent you during the transfer process. As a seller, you need to clear any outstanding finance you have availed from a bank to sell your car. Once the loan is paid off, your bank informs the Road and Transport Authority (RTA) to update the records and clear the loan from the RTA system. The RTA will send a SMS text message to you when the records are updated. This usually takes 24-48 hours. Next, your vehicle can be transferred to a new owner only after it passes a vehicle test of the RTA. After checking the vehicle, the RTA issues a test certificate and stamps either “Passed” or “Failed”. If the result is “Failed”, the test certificate contains the list of problems that need to be fixed in the vehicle. To avoid possible last-minute surprises, it is best for you or your agent to evaluate your vehicle at one of the RTA vehicle test centres ahead of advertising. It is important to check and clear fines on your vehicle, as all fines must be cleared before you sell any car in Dubai.
Once the vehicle test is done successfully and all fines are cleared, the buyer can now proceed to get an insurance for the vehicle. If your existing insurance policy has 7 months or more remaining, the policy can be transferred, provided the new owner meets the required criteria of the insurance company. The final step is to transfer the ownership of the vehicle. You, as a seller, or your authorised agent with a valid POA for Vehicle Sale, should be present at the point of transfer with the valid identification document plus a valid test certificate.
After verifying the documents, the RTA representative asks the parties to sign a sale and purchase agreement and the buyer pays the purchase price to either you, or your authorised agent and the transfer fees to the RTA.
If you have moved out of the U.A.E for any reason and you haven’t been able to sell your car, the steps to sell your car from abroad are as follows:
Get a power of attorney drafted by a professional so that it clearly and precisely conveys your situation. It is also important to appoint as your agent someone you trust or a professional firm that offer POA services. After your POA has been prepared, you will need to sign it in the presence of a notary or a solicitor, depending on the laws of the country you are signing it. In return, a notary or a solicitor will also sign the POA and state that the document was “witnessed by” him or her and the appropriate, usually embossed seal is placed.
The next step is to get it legalised by a foreign affairs department. This is important since you intend to use the POA in the UAE, i.e., outside of the country where you signed it. Legalization is a process whereby a government body (usually, a ministry of foreign affairs) confirms that the signature of a solicitor or notary on the POA is valid and should be recognized in the U.A.E. Once your POA is legalized by the ministry of foreign affairs or equivalent authority, then you can contact the UAE Embassy or Consulate in the country where you signed your POA or nearest country to get it attested. The second last step is to legalize your POA by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE. To complete this step, you do not necessarily have to be personally present in the UAE and anyone can do it on your behalf. Finally, you need to get the POA translated into Arabic by a certified legal translator, if the POA was done in a foreign language. It is important to note that the translator must be licensed by the UAE Ministry of Justice.
When you plan on selling your car in Abu Dhabi that is registered in Dubai, the vehicle ownership must be transferred accordingly to reflect the new legal liabilities of the vehicle owner. The first step is to clear all outstanding traffic fines incurred. Next, the loan, if applicable, must be settled with the bank before you sell any car in Dubai. Additionally, your insurance must be terminated or transferred, if applicable, to the buyer or else the buyer will need to purchase a new insurance policy. The documents required by you are the mulkiya (vehicle registration card), passport with residence visa (original and copy), original emirates ID, and a confirmation of final loan payment if applicable. Before the vehicle can be registered in Abu Dhabi, it must be unregistered in Dubai and marked for export. The vehicle will be transferred via recovery truck from Dubai to Abu Dhabi as you cannot drive an unregistered vehicle. Once it reaches Abu Dhabi, the buyer can proceed with registering the vehicle.
You can sell any car in Dubai in the 30-day grace period after your visa expires/is cancelled. Within this period, you can present your passport as valid ID at the RTA.
Our primary motivation is to get you the absolute best price possible, and so if you have a couple of days of time we always encourage you to post the car at an attractive price and we’ll secure an end user buyer in no time at all hassle free (as we’ll handle it all from fielding phone calls to attending test drives in your location). In case you simply don’t have the time, we’ll arrange an instant cash offer through our auction platform so you get over and done with in the same day.

3 Simple Steps to Sell Any Car in Dubai, UAE

As a city in transition with many people from different cultures and backgrounds populating the city, Dubai has become a hub of luxury and splendid automobiles. This makes it a favourable market to sell your car since many people in the region are price-conscious and prefer to go for used cars.

However, to sell your car in dubai, especially at the right price, is not easy considering that the market today is flooded with used cars. Well, that is where CarSwitch comes into the picture with the best of deals at your fingertips, offering a Smooth, Trusted, and Professional selling experience.

  1. Step: 1 - Convenient At-Home Car Inspections by CarSwitch

    The first step of this process is the inspection of the used car at the client’s doorstep. Our process starts with a car inspection performed by a CarSwitch Specialist on the vehicle you intend to sell. Indeed, your time is precious, so we work with the convenience of your schedule, coming to your house or office to inspect and take pictures of your car.

    This inspection is important because it increases the buyer’s confidence in your car and assists us in preparing a perfect and attractive advert. This professional inspection, along with the photos and the listing, costs only the upfront listing fee, which is from 99-199 AED (plus VAT) depending on your car model.

  2. Step 2: Narrowing Down the Right Buyer for Your Car

    Once your car is listed, our professional car selling agents step in to sell your car in UAE. All contacts and responses originate from them, and they ask the right questions to get the best prospective buyer. We fix test drives and act as a liaison to help close the deal, ensuring the best price is negotiated.

    Our approach is finely refined so that you and your customer do not have to exert much effort, making the deal more predictable. Generally, 15% of the ads are sold in less than 5 days and 70% within 2-4 weeks, depending on factors such as your asking price, the condition of the car, and the season.

  3. Streamlined Paperwork and Transfer Services

    Once you are happy with an offer, CarSwitch offers the additional convenience of handling everything else. We ensure the payment is processed, help with the relevant documents, and accompany you in processing the transfer to ensure every transaction is safe, swift, and efficient. We also apply our success fee.

    Depending on the model of the car, 5% of the selling price plus VAT is subtracted from the selling price, ensuring no hidden charges. However, if after creating your listing you haven’t sold your car within the stated period, you may extend the listing period, change the price, or delete the listing.

Why Use CarSwitch to Sell My Car in Dubai, UAE?

  1. Experience and Expertise

    CarSwitch is a reputable automotive marketing platform that has assisted hundreds of car owners in selling their used cars effectively and getting the highest possible value. We utilize past transactional data and the latest data to predict and recommend attractive prices to sell your car in UAE. Our mechanics are well experienced in inspecting vehicles and they make their findings known to the buyers to increase trust. Whether you are selling your car in Dubai or any other region in UAE, we guarantee a hassle-free sale.

  2. Authoritativeness and Trustworthiness

    CarSwitch's reputation proves that we are fully engaged in providing customers with quality services while being trustworthy. All buyer communication, further discussions, and setting up of viewing appointments are coordinated by our team, ensuring you deal with only qualified and genuinely interested parties. This safeguards your private details and guarantees your payment before the title transfer. Even if your car is under a bank loan, we can avail loan settlement services right away when you decide to sell it here.

  3. Our Dedicated and Experienced Mechanics and Sales Agents

    At CarSwitch, our professional mechanics and committed salespeople ensure you receive the best offer for your car. Expert mechanics inspect all mechanical features of the car, point out the problems, and share the facts with potential buyers. This transparency creates confidence, leading to quick sales. Our sales agents handle all orders from buyers, filter out unqualified buyers, and coordinate test drives only for qualified clients. This relieves you of the rigours of pricing your car individually and gives you a better opportunity to get the best offer for your car.

  4. Convenience and Peace of Mind

    CarSwitch is involved in every step of selling cars, from inspecting a car to transferring ownership. Our one-stop offering is the quickest, easiest, and least stressful way to sell your car. We even accompany you for the transfer to ensure the process is executed without any problems. Besides saving time, this approach ensures that the client gets the best outcome by avoiding tasks that non-experts may mishandle.

  5. Sell Any Car in Dubai Through Wide Network and Market Reach

    CarSwitch has a large market and network, ensuring your car gets the highest exposure. The online platform means many potential buyers can be reached, enabling you to sell your car in Dubai quickly and at the highest possible price. This wide coverage, coupled with our special marketing strategies, ensures your car is sold to the right people for a quick sale.

To summarize, if you need to sell your car in Dubai, CarSwitch is your one-stop solution that includes all the steps described above. We promise to assist you in selling your car fast and at the best market price. CarSwitch is the best place to consider for a smooth, trusted, and professional car selling experience in Dubai.

Top 5 Most Sold Makes

Looking to sell your car? You're in great company! The most popular car makes on our platform have consistently shown strong demand. Here are the top five most sold makes that car buyers are searching for: Nissan, BMW, Toyota, Ford, Mitsubishi Selling one of these makes? Chances are high you’ll find a buyer quickly!

Top 10 Most Sold Models

Not all cars are created equal, and some models are more sought after than others. Based on our latest sales data, here are the top ten models that fly off the lot:Nissan Patrol, Toyota Corolla, Mitsubishi Pajero, Porsche Cayenne, BMW X6, Ford Edge, Jeep Grand Cherokee, BMW 5-Series, Mercedes E-Class, Honda CR-V. If you own one of these models, now might be the perfect time to consider selling!

Price of The Most Recently Sold Cars

Curious about what your car might fetch on today’s market? Take a look at the selling prices of the most recently sold cars on our platform. From economical hatchbacks to luxury sedans, we’ve seen a wide range of cars being sold at competitive prices. These figures are a great indicator of current market trends and can help you price your car effectively. If you are curious to check what is the market value of your car, give a try our Car Valuator

Recently Sold Cars Transaction Price
2017 Mitsubishi ASX in UAE AED 30,000
2019 Lincoln MKC in UAE AED 55,000
2020 Mazda CX-5 in UAE AED 58,000
2019 Nissan Sentra in UAE AED 20,400
2012 Range Rover Vogue SE in UAE AED 37,000
2014 Ford F150 in UAE AED 31,500
2023 Lexus GX460 in UAE AED 182,000
2014 Audi A3 in UAE AED 39,000
2019 Nissan Patrol in UAE AED 130,000
2015 Cadillac SRX in UAE AED 16,574
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