Dubai, UAE – June 2025 – In a landmark announcement that has captured global attention, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has unveiled an unprecedented housing initiative: 100,000 free homes to be provided to applicants from around the world. The bold move reflects Dubai’s growing ambition to redefine urban development and inclusivity on a global scale.
A Vision of Generosity and Innovation
This groundbreaking program, titled “Dubai Home for All,” aims to offer modern, eco-friendly residences to 100,000 individuals and families regardless of nationality, income, or background. According to the Crown Prince, the initiative is part of Dubai’s vision to become a “global home for innovation, opportunity, and unity.”
“Dubai has always been a place where the impossible becomes possible. This is not just a housing project; it’s a global invitation to be part of our future,” Sheikh Hamdan said during a press conference at the Museum of the Future.
Who Can Apply?
Remarkably, anyone in the world can apply. The initiative is not limited to Emirati citizens or residents. It welcomes students, families, remote workers, creatives, and entrepreneurs seeking a new start in one of the world’s most dynamic cities.
Key Features of the Homes:
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Zero-cost ownership: Successful applicants receive a home free of charge.
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Sustainable design: All units are built using green technologies, with solar power, smart infrastructure, and water-efficient systems.
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Modern amenities: Each community includes parks, schools, healthcare centers, and co-working spaces.
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Digital-first neighborhoods: High-speed internet, remote work facilities, and AI-powered services are standard.
Application Process
The online application portal opened today and will remain active for six months. Interested applicants can submit:
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A personal story or video explaining why they want to live in Dubai.
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Basic background information.
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Optional: A project idea or way they wish to contribute to Dubai’s growth (in education, sustainability, business, arts, etc.).
Final selections will be based on diversity, vision, and potential community contribution, not financial status.
A City of the Future, for the World
This initiative aligns with Dubai’s ambitious “2040 Urban Master Plan,” which seeks to double the city’s green and recreational spaces while fostering a sustainable, inclusive economy.
Urban planners and economists are already calling this move a potential game-changer in global migration trends.
“No other city is offering such a combination of vision, generosity, and opportunity. It could spark a global movement of digital nomads, creatives, and dreamers heading to Dubai,” said Dr. Leila Hassan, an urban development expert at the London School of Economics.
A New Chapter for Global Citizenship?
With this bold program, Dubai positions itself not just as a commercial or tourism hub, but as a global haven for talent, ambition, and hope.
Those interested can apply directly through the official portal: [homes.dubai.gov.ae] (Note: Placeholder URL – confirm with official government website before applying).
