In a significant move to address citizen welfare, UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has authorized 3,567 housing decisions valued at Dh2.5 billion for implementation throughout 2025. This substantial allocation demonstrates the government’s continued commitment to providing housing solutions for Emirati citizens across various economic segments.
The comprehensive housing package encompasses multiple assistance formats designed to cater to different needs. The initiative includes direct housing grants for low-income individuals, government-subsidized housing units, and collaborative housing finance programs operated in partnership with national banking institutions.
Detailed breakdown reveals that 524 housing decisions originated from a special presidential grant program totaling Dh356.3 million. Additionally, 623 government housing loans worth over Dh270 million were approved alongside 32 government housing grants valued at Dh25.4 million. The largest portion comprised 2,388 housing finance decisions amounting to Dh1.894 billion facilitated through banking partnerships.
During the final quarter of the current year, the Zayed Housing Programme has already processed 599 housing decisions worth Dh478 million. This quarterly distribution included two presidential grants valued at Dh1.3 million, 31 government housing loans worth Dh25.2 million, eight government housing grants totaling Dh6.4 million, and 558 housing finance decisions amounting to Dh445.1 million.
The strategic distribution mechanism ensures comprehensive coverage across different socioeconomic groups while maintaining fiscal responsibility. This housing initiative represents a cornerstone of the UAE’s social development strategy, providing tangible support for citizens’ housing needs through multiple channels of assistance.