How are Dubai service charges calculated per square foot?
Charges are levied per square foot of your unit, so the approved rate is multiplied by your size. RERA approves a rate for each building's annual budget, which is then apportioned across all units by area. For example, a 1,000 sq ft apartment at AED 15/sq ft pays roughly AED 15,000 a year, usually invoiced quarterly.
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.
