When renting a property in Dubai, you will need to follow the rules and regulations. Moreover, once you sign a tenancy contract, Ejari registration is a must. Ejari is a rental registration system of Dubai’s Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA), which means ‘My Rent’ in Arabic.
Ejari registration protects both tenants and landlords and binds them by Dubai tenancy laws. Plus, it is the first step after signing the contract.
Here’s how to register Ejari in Dubai – the online process, costs, and required documents.
- Ejari Registration Process
- How to Register Ejari Online
- How to Register Ejari by Visiting Service Centre
- Documents
- Fees
- Requirements
- FAQs
Key Takeaways
- Ejari registration is mandatory when renting a property in Dubai and protects both tenants and landlords.
- You can register Ejari online or at a service center by submitting required documents and paying fees.
- The required documents include the Unified Tenancy Contract, Emirates ID, and possibly a power of attorney.
- Fees for Ejari registration are AED 177.75 online and AED 220 at the service centre; additional fees may apply if managed by a property management company.
- If you don’t register Ejari, you won’t have rights as a tenant or landlord, affecting services like DEWA connection and contract renewal.
Step-by-Step Process of Ejari Registration in Dubai
Ejari registration is a mandatory process as per the Dubai rental laws. It can be done online or by visiting the service centre. As a landlord, it’s your responsibility to register Ejari. That said, tenants can also register it.
How to Register Ejari Online
You can register Ejari online via the Ejari system or the Dubai REST application (download it from the Play Store or the iOS App Store).
- Log in to Ejari or the Dubai REST app
- Fill in the required information
- Upload the required documents
- Pay the required fees for Ejari registration
- A DLD employee will review the information and approve the request
- Receive the e-Contract Registration Certificate by email
How to Register Ejari by Visiting the Service Centre
- Visit the nearest Real Estate Trustee Center
- Visit the property management company if the property is managed by one
- Submit the required documents and ensure that none of the key documents are missing
- A DLD employee will review the application and approve it through the system
- Receive the e-Contract Ejari Registration Certificate
Required Documents for Ejari Registration
Here’s the list of documents you need to register Ejari in Dubai:
- Unified Tenancy Contract
- Emirates ID of the applicant
- Power of attorney (if the landlord is not present)
Ejari Registration Fees
The total online Ejari registration fee is AED 177.75. Here’s a breakdown:
- Tenancy contract registration: AED 100
- Knowledge fee: AED 10
- Innovation fee: AED 10
- Service partner fee: AED 55 + AED 2.75 (5% VAT)
On the other hand, the Ejari registration fee at the service centre is AED 220. Moreover, if you have registered Ejari with the property management company, the fee may go up to AED 350.
- Tenancy contract registration: AED 100
- Knowledge fee: AED 10
- Innovation fee: AED 10
- Service partner fee: AED 95 + AED 4.75 (5% VAT)
You can pay the Ejari registration fee via debit or credit card, cash, or Noqodi wallet.
Ejari Registration Requirements
If you register Ejari through the Real Estate Trustee Centre, here are the terms to follow:
- The leased property must not be managed by a property management company or an Ejari-registered owner.
- Either the tenant or a legal representative with official power of attorney can register the tenancy contract.
If applying for Ejari online, these terms must be followed:
- The tenant and landlord must have updated information in the system.
- If the applicant is a property management company, they must have a licence from Dubai Land Department (DLD) to carry out these activities.
How to Renew Ejari in Dubai
After the tenancy contract ends, you can renew it. However, you must submit the updated tenancy contract for Ejari renewal. The process and fee remain the same as Ejari registration.
FAQs
If you don’t register Ejari, you can’t get a DEWA connection, residency, or tenancy contract renewal. Moreover, you won’t have the rights of a tenant or landlord as described in tenancy laws.
As per the tenancy law in Dubai, the landlord is responsible for Ejari registration. However, tenants can also register the tenancy contract.
Yes, landlords can increase the rent in Dubai at the time of contract renewal. However, they must notify the tenant at least 90 days before. Also, the rent increase must be according to the Smart Rental Index in Dubai.
No, Ejari registration is only applicable for contracts of 6 months or longer.
The process takes around 25 minutes at the Real Estate Trustee Centre, excluding the waiting time. Meanwhile, the online process can take a few minutes to submit the application, but it can take a few hours or a day to receive the Ejari registration certificate.
As a landlord, you must cancel the old Ejari contract for the rented property to sign a new tenancy contract with a new tenant.
These were all the details about Ejari registration in Dubai. If you are renting out a property, you can submit your lease inquiry to find the right tenant. Meanwhile, if you are a tenant, you can explore villas and apartments for rent in Dubai. Moreover, you can submit a rental inquiry to find your next home.
For more tips, laws, and regulations related to the rental market, stay tuned to the DubaiRent blog.
