Do I have to register the tenancy with Ejari, and whose job is it?
Registration is legally the landlord's responsibility, though it is often delegated to an agent or the tenant, who commonly pays the roughly AED 220 fee. It matters greatly: an unregistered contract isn't recognised by the Rental Dispute Centre, so without Ejari you effectively cannot file to recover rent or evict. Always ensure it is registered and renewed.
Rules and eligibility criteria change — confirm the current position with the relevant authority before acting. This is general information, not legal advice.
Figures here are indicative as of July 2026 and set by third parties (government, banks, developers) — confirm the current amount before relying on it.
