Sharjah Expo Offers Huge Real Estate Savings

Sharjah's Real Estate Market Surges: 50% Registration Fee Reduction at Acres 2026 Expo

Sharjah once again takes center stage in the UAE's real estate market, as the Acres 2026 exhibition, scheduled from January 21-24, is expected to draw even greater interest than before. Organizers promise over 120 exhibitors, more than 200 projects on display, and significant discounts for attendees, including the most crucial - a 50% reduction in government registration fees for property buyers. This incentive measure aims to foster dynamic growth in the local real estate market and is anticipated to set new records in transaction values.

Significance and Role of the Exhibition

Acres 2026 is not merely an ordinary real estate fair. For years, this event has served as a strategic platform in Sharjah's economy, where developers, investors, enthusiasts, and experts can meet directly, build business relationships, and gain insights into the latest real estate development trends.

Hosted at the Expo Centre Sharjah, the exhibition spans over 10,000 square meters and attracts about 15,000 visitors annually from across the country and beyond its borders. The event's goal is not only to promote real estate developments but also to facilitate sustainable and long-term economic growth in the Emirate of Sharjah.

Innovations of the 2026 Edition

One of the most significant announcements is the 50% reduction in government registration fees during the exhibition. This is beneficial not only to buyers but also to developers, making real estate purchases more appealing and, consequently, boosting market activity. The initiative is a joint effort by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Real Estate Registration Department, aimed at supporting the entire sector's development.

Expectations are that over the four-day exhibition, sales agreements worth more than 5 billion dirhams will be signed, surpassing the 4 billion dirhams registered during the 2025 event. Growth is attributed partly to the introduced incentives and partly to newly announced projects.

Why is Sharjah's Real Estate Market Growing So Dynamically?

Sharjah's real estate market has shown consistent expansion in recent years, especially since the introduction of the 'freehold' system open to foreigners. This change has enabled not only leaseholds but full ownership of properties within the Emirate. Strongly bolstered by the creation of new industrial zones, significant infrastructure investments, and favorable schemes and installment options offered by real estate developers.

In November 2025, Sharjah achieved a historic peak in real estate transactions value: a single month saw registered deals worth 9.5 billion dirhams, setting the highest monthly total in the Emirate's history.

Innovation and Knowledge Sharing

The Acres 2026 program includes over 30 workshops and podcasts discussing current real estate market trends, technological innovations, and regulatory issues. Key topics include the impact of artificial intelligence and blockchain technology on the real estate market, changing tenant and buyer habits, and supply-demand relationships within the Emirate.

A primary goal of the exhibition is to form collaborations that ensure long-term sustainable growth for participants. The event provides a platform for developers to showcase their projects while offering investors reliable, future-proof investment opportunities.

Sharjah as an International Investment Destination

The real estate market events and outcomes clearly show that Sharjah is increasingly positioning itself as a stable, regulated, and attractive international investment destination. A favorable regulatory environment, strong institutional backing, and investor-friendly measures create an atmosphere that encourages foreign capital inflow.

International interest is continually growing: numerous country diplomats and businesspeople are expected to attend the event, further strengthening Sharjah's position in the region and beyond.

Conclusion

Sharjah's real estate market has undergone spectacular development in recent years, and all indications suggest that this momentum will continue in 2026. The Acres exhibition plays a key role in this process: serving as an incentive tool for investors and developers while providing opportunities to learn about the latest developments firsthand for those interested.

The 50% reduction in registration fees not only represents economic relief but also a strategic step to keep the market vibrant and appealing to both local and international players. Anyone entering this market now is not just purchasing a property but becoming part of a dynamically growing ecosystem that holds significant long-term value.

(The article is based on a press release from the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department (SRERD).)