How do I file a case at the Rental Dispute Centre, and how much does it cost?
Register your contract on Ejari, attempt an amicable settlement, gather documents (contract, cheques, DEWA bills, correspondence), then file online via the Dubai REST app or dubailand.gov.ae, or in person at the DLD. The fee is 3.5% of your annual rent, minimum AED 500 and maximum AED 20,000, plus possible typing/translation costs. Cases usually go to mediation first, then judgment.
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.
