Your Dubai Tenancy Contract — Done Right, For Free
Generate a legally compliant RERA tenancy contract in minutes — for free, offline, and ready to sign.
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Why This Tool Exists
Agents Are Charging You for Something You Can Do Yourself — for Free.
Across Dubai, tenants are routinely charged AED 500, AED 1,000 or more by real estate agents simply to renew a tenancy contract. This is a document that takes two minutes to fill out and print. Many agents are exploiting tenants who don't know their rights.
This tool was built specifically to put that power back in your hands — so you can generate your own legally compliant tenancy contract in minutes, at no cost, and never have to pay an agent an unjustified fee again.
⚖ What the Law Actually Says
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Agents are NOT entitled to charge renewal fees. The Dubai Land Department and the Rental Disputes Centre (RDC) have confirmed that landlords and their agents are prohibited from charging tenants fees at the time of lease renewal. The RDC has called such charges a "defilement" of the tenancy relationship.
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Agent commissions apply only to new tenancies. Under Dubai Land Department regulations, agents are entitled to a fee (typically 4–5% of annual rent) only when a tenancy contract is first signed — not at renewal.
Relevant Legislation
‣ Law No. 26 of 2007 — Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai. The primary legislation governing all tenancy contracts and renewal obligations.
‣ Law No. 33 of 2008 — Amendment to Law No. 26 of 2007, reinforcing tenant protections and clarifying landlord and agent obligations.
‣ Dubai Rental Disputes Centre (RDC) Ruling — Confirmed that landlords and their representatives (including real estate agencies) are prohibited from charging any fees upon lease renewal. Violations are subject to strict penalties under RERA.
‣ RERA CEO Directive (Marwan Bin Galita) — Publicly confirmed that agents charging tenants renewal commissions are "violating the rules and regulations and will be liable for strict penalties." Tenants may file complaints directly with RERA.
💡 If an agent has charged you a renewal fee, you can file a complaint directly with RERA or the Rental Disputes Centre at dubailand.gov.ae or by calling 800-DLD (353).
The Basics
What is a Dubai Tenancy Contract?
A tenancy contract is the legally binding agreement between a landlord and a tenant that sets out the terms of renting a property in Dubai. It covers the rental amount, payment schedule, contract duration, security deposit, and the rights and responsibilities of both parties.
In Dubai, all tenancy contracts must follow the unified format issued by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) and must be registered with the Ejari system — the official government platform managed by RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Agency) — to be legally enforceable.
Without a properly formatted and registered tenancy contract, your rental agreement has no legal standing before the Rental Disputes Centre.
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This tool generates a Tenancy Contract — not an Ejari certificate. To obtain your Ejari, you must upload this signed contract to the Dubai Land Department (DLD) system. The Ejari certificate is issued by the DLD upon successful registration of this document.
Why It Matters
Why Do You Need One?
A signed tenancy contract is the first step — but registering it with Ejari unlocks everything else. Here's what depends on it:
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DEWA Connection
You cannot activate electricity and water services without a valid Ejari certificate. No contract = no utilities.
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Legal Protection
Only registered contracts are enforceable by the Rental Disputes Centre. An unregistered contract offers no legal recourse.
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Rent Protection
RERA's Rental Index caps rent increases. Without Ejari, landlords can dispute increases outside legal limits.
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Proof of Tenancy
A registered contract is your official proof of residence in Dubai — required for bank accounts, school enrolment, and government applications.
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Dispute Resolution
Only registered contracts are accepted by the Rental Disputes Centre. Without registration, you have no legal standing if a dispute arises.
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Business Setup
Commercial tenants need a registered contract for trade licence applications and business registration.
The Process
How Does It Work?
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Enter the owner's details
Fill in the landlord's name, Emirates ID, contact details, and company information if applicable.
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Enter the tenant's details
Fill in the tenant's name, Emirates ID, and contact information.
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Enter the property details
Add the property type, location, plot number, building name, and area. Use your Title Deed for accurate information.
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Enter the contract details
Set the contract start and end dates, annual rent, security deposit, and mode of payment.
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Add any additional terms
Optionally include up to 5 custom clauses — such as pet policies, parking arrangements, or maintenance responsibilities.
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Generate, print and sign
Download your completed contract as a PDF. Both the owner and the tenant must sign and initial every page.
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Register with Ejari
Submit the signed contract via the Dubai REST app, the Ejari online portal, or an authorised trustee centre. Approval typically takes 1–2 working days.
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Receive your Ejari certificate
You'll receive a certificate with a unique Ejari number — your official proof of registered tenancy in Dubai, accepted by DEWA and all government authorities.
Be Prepared
Documents You'll Need
Have these ready before you start filling in the contract:
✓Title Deed — required to read the correct information for the tenancy contract, including the property number, plot number, and registered owner name
✓Owner's Emirates ID — or passport for non-resident landlords
✓Tenant's Emirates ID — or passport if UAE visa not yet issued
✓DEWA Premises Number — found on any existing DEWA bill for the unit
✓Agreed rent amount and payment terms — number of cheques, bank details if applicable
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is registering with Ejari mandatory?
Yes. Under Dubai law, all tenancy contracts must be registered with Ejari. Unregistered contracts are not enforceable before the Rental Disputes Centre and cannot be used to access DEWA or residency services.
How much does Ejari registration cost?
Ejari registration costs approximately AED 220 in total, including DLD fees. It can be done online via the Dubai REST app or in person at any authorised trustee centre.
Can a landlord increase rent whenever they want?
No. Rent increases are governed by RERA's Rental Index and capped by zone. The landlord must give at least 90 days' written notice before the contract expiry date before applying any increase.
What happens if no notice is given at renewal?
If neither party gives notice before expiry and the tenant continues living in the property, the contract typically auto-renews under the same terms and rent amount.
Is my data safe when using this tool?
Yes. Everything you enter is processed entirely in your browser. No data is sent to any server — your personal details and contract information never leave your device.
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Dubai Tenancy Contract Template
🏠 Owner / Lessor Information
Details of the property owner and lessor
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This date appears at the top of the contract. You can back-date or future-date it.
Digits only — hyphens added automatically
Fill in company details below (if applicable)
👤 Tenant Information
Details of the person renting the property
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Fill in company details below (if applicable)
🏚 Property Information
Details of the property being rented
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🏪 Commercial
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📄 Contract Information
Rental period, value and payment terms
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ⓘ Monthly rent × 12 — total rent paid over one full year
ⓘ Monthly rent × total months in contract — e.g. a 3-year contract = monthly rent × 36
ⓘ Security deposit will be retained as per previous contract. An amount is still required above for the PDF.
📝 Additional Terms
Optional — add up to 5 custom terms to the contract
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These will be printed on page 3 of the contract under "Additional Terms / شروط إضافية". Leave blank if not needed.
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Bank details will be appended to Term 1 on the PDF
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✅ Review & Confirm
Please check all details before generating the contract
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