All You Need to Know About Ejari in Dubai

What is Ejari in Dubai?

Ejari is an Arabic term that means ‘My Rent.’

It is an ingenious system developed by the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) following Law No. 26 of 2007. It regulates the relationship between property owners and tenants with an agreement, which needs to be registered on the official website.

Regulating the rental market in Dubai, this system functions as a tool that keeps the contract terms and conditions transparent and clear to all stakeholders. It ensures the safety of the rights of both tenants and landlords.

With Ejari in Dubai, you can be on the safe side as it prevents conflicts and enables easy revisions in the contract.

What are the Benefits of an Ejari Certificate? 

Whether you plan to rent out your property or are seeking a place to rent, with Ejari, you can enjoy the following benefits -

• On the Ejari portal, you can obtain the right information on the property owner and the home before moving in
• Both landlords and tenants have a legal framework to manage issues
• It minimises the chance of disputes between the homeowner and tenant
• With Ejari registration of the tenant contract, tenants can file a case in Dubai court in case of any disagreements
• It keeps rental rates on record and prevents arbitrary increases in leasing rates 
• You can seamlessly revise the rental agreement 
• This system is essential to access certain services in Dubai such as landline and internet connection, hiring domestic help, electricity and water connection, and more

Who is Responsible for Dubai Ejari Registration?

Typically, the landlord is responsible for completing the Ejari registration process. However, in certain situations, it may become the responsibility of the property manager and tenant to complete the registration process.

All in all, everyone involved in the renting process must ensure that the registration under this system is sorted out before agreeing. It gives peace of mind to tenants and property owners while keeping the renting process trouble-free.

Note: Only landlords, property management companies, and their representatives can create an Ejari account.

How to Register for Ejari?

You can register for Ejari services in Dubai through online and offline modes.

Here’s an overview of the two -

• Online Ejari Registration

1- Dubai REST App

You can download the Dubai REST app on your phone or tablet and register the tenancy contract —

• Click on ‘RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Agency)’ in the ‘Services’ section 
• Select ‘Register Ejari Contract’
• Enter the required details and upload the documents
• Submit your application

2- Dubai Land Department Ejari Website

Follow these steps to complete the Ejari registration process through the Dubai Land Department’s website -

• Visit the official website of the Dubai Land Department
• Head to the ‘Ejari’ section and log in with your account credentials (create an account on the website if you don’t have one) 
• Click on ‘Start Renting’ or ‘Register Your Contract’
• Fill out the lead form with the essential details 
• Upload your scanned documents and pay the registration fee
• Submit your application

After your application has been reviewed, you will receive the Ejari certificate on your registered email address.

• Offline Ejari Registration

1- Real Estate Service Trustee Centers

You can also register your tenancy contract by visiting real estate service trustee centres or typing centres in Dubai. Here are the steps to be followed -

• Visit your nearby Ejari offices in Dubai 
• Provide the renting information and necessary documents to the representative
• Pay the fees of rental contract registration 
• You will immediately get the Ejari certificate once you sign the agreement

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Where to Register Ejari in Dubai?

For online Ejari registration, you can simply use the platforms discussed above. If you opt for in-person registration, you can visit the following Real Estate Services Trustee Centres -

Real Estate Services Trustee Centre	Address
Al Tabu Real Estate Services Trustee L.L.C	Al Twar Centre, Alnahda Road, Next To Alqusais Metro Station (1st floor)
	Al Barsha Mall, Al Barsha 2 (1st Floor)
Takhlees Government Services	Creek Tower Behind Dubai Land Department, Banyias Road – Al Bateen
Al Taresh Real Estate Services Trustee L.L.C	Dubai Municipality - Manara Centre, Next to Alnoor Islamic Bank Metro Station - Almanara
Tasheel Government Services L.L.C	Business Venue Building - Oud Maitha
Al Ameen Al Aqaree	Business Village, near Economic Department – Port Saeed
Tamleek Real Estate Registration Trustee (Tamleek Cube)	Business Park Building A2 – Dubai World Central – Dubai South

How to Download an Ejari Certificate?

To get your Ejari certificate, follow these steps -

• Visit the official website of the Dubai Land Department
• Click on ‘Download Ejari Certificate’ 
• Enter the Ejari contract number and DEWA premise number 
• Download the certificate

Required Documents for Ejari Registration in Dubai

Here’s the checklist of the required documents when registering for Ejari in Dubai:

For Owner	For Owner’s Representative	For Company
Emirates ID  Copy of a valid passport  Property ownership document to check the registered number	Emirates ID Valid passport Owner’s registered number with the Land Department Power of attorney or guardianship from the court	Trade licence UAE ID number Property ownership document

Note: In certain cases, you may be required to submit additional documents for Ejari registration.

Fees for Ejari Services in Dubai

Here’s the breakdown of the fees associated with Dubai Ejari registration -

Through the Dubai REST App and the Department's Website

Fees Type	Amount
Tenancy Contract Registration	AED 100
Knowledge Fee	AED 10
Innovation Fee	AED 10

Via Real Estate Services Trustee Centers

Fees Type	Amount
Registration Fee	AED 120
Service Partner’s Fee	AED 95 + VAT

Ejari Cancellation Process 

Landlords are accountable for cancelling the Ejari registration when a tenant moves out of the rented house. It’s worth noting that they cannot rent it to the new tenant if the previous registration is active — a property should have one Ejari registration at a time.

How to Cancel Ejari Registration in Dubai?

A landlord can apply for Ejari cancellation using online platforms — such as the Dubai REST app or the official website — and at service Trustee centers.

Discussed below are the ways to cancel Ejari registration -

Via Online Platforms (Application/Website)	Via Service Trustee Center
Login to Ejari system/Dubai REST App Select the Ejari cancellation service Fill out the form with the required details Attach the required documents (if requested) Submit your cancellation request online After the reviewing process, you will receive an approval email	Visit your nearest Real Estate Services Trustee Centre Submit the required documents to the authorised person The staff will audit and review your rent agreement details Pay the applicable fees The cancellation procedure is usually completed within a few hours

Ejari Cancellation Fees

You will need to pay AED 40 + VAT for Ejari cancellation (if opting for an in-person procedure). If you take the online route, no fee will be charged.

To pay the Ejari cancellation fees, you can use different payment methods such as Noqodi, cash, and credit card.

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