Ejari explained: Your guide to the Frequently Asked Questions
Ejari is a government-run program which regulates all the tenancy contracts in Dubai. It protects the rights of the landlords as well as the tenants, ensuring no parties are impacted unjustly. Here is a list of Ejari FAQs that answer all the questions you may have about the subject.
COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF EJARI FAQS
Confused about one or more aspects of Ejari? This list of frequently asked questions about Ejari will cover the subject extensively and answer any questions that you may have.
WHAT IS EJARI?
WHAT IS EJARI IN DUBAI?
It is a system of regulating tenancy contracts in Dubai. Read our comprehensive Ejari guide to find out more.
WHAT HAPPENS IF EJARI IS NOT REGISTERED?
Without Ejari, a tenancy contract is not legally recognised. Hence, in case of a dispute, neither party can approach the court nor relevant authorities to enforce rules and regulations. Moreover, Ejari is required for multiple other government processes as proof of your residence. For instance, it is required for residency visas, registering for internet, water and electricity connection and more.
IS EJARI MANDATORY?
Among the FAQs about Ejari, this might be the most basic question but perhaps the most important one. So, can you rent an apartment without Ejari? The answer is no. Ejari is mandatory for all rental agreements to be legalised.
IS TENANCY CONTRACT VALID WITHOUT EJARI?
No, you must register Ejari for a contract to be valid in court.
WHY IS EJARI IMPORTANT?
As discussed in the previous Ejari FAQs, without Ejari, the tenancy contract cannot be enforced by law.
CAN I REGISTER DEWA WITHOUT EJARI?
This is also among the most common frequently asked questions about Ejari. No, DEWA registration is not possible without Ejari.
WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR EJARI REGISTRATION?
The landlord, tenants or their representatives or property managers are all responsible for Ejari registration.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TENANCY AND EJARI?
As discussed, Ejari is a governmental system used to register tenancy contracts to legalise them. A tenancy contract precedes Ejari registration.
IS THERE A FINE FOR LATE EJARI REGISTRATION?
Non-compliance could mean that The Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) can impose a fine of up to AED 50k.
EJARI REGISTRATION
WHO CAN REGISTER FOR EJARI IN DUBAI?
As discussed, landlord, tenants or their representatives or the property management company can register Ejari in Dubai.
CAN EJARI BE DONE WITHOUT EMIRATES ID?
No, Emirates ID is required to register Ejari.
WHAT IS THE EJARI NUMBER?
Upon registration, a unique barcode, the Ejari number is issued for each contract.
HOW TO REGISTER EJARI?
Read our guide to learn the process of registering Ejari online.
HOW TO REGISTER EJARI ONLINE?
You can register Ejari online via the REST App.
WHEN DO YOU HAVE TO RENEW EJARI?
Ejari is valid for a year. So, you have to renew it annually.
WHAT IS THE PROCESS OF EJARI ONLINE RENEWAL?
The process for Ejari renewal is the same as registration. Instead of registration, you have to opt for Ejari renewal in the services tab.
CAN EJARI BE DONE ONLINE?
This is another one of the popular Ejari FAQs. Yes, as outlined in the previous question, you can register Ejari online via official DLD website or the Dubai REST app.
HOW TO REGISTER CO-OCCUPANTS ON EJARI?
Read our guide to find out the process of registering co-occupants on Ejari.
HOW TO REGISTER EJARI OFFLINE?
You can register Ejari offline by visiting Ejari Typing Centres in Dubai.
WHERE ARE EJARI TYPING CENTRES LOCATED IN DUBAI?
Ejari Typing Centres are located across the emirate. Here is a list of Ejari Typing Centres in Dubai.
WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED TO REGISTER EJARI?
Here is the list of documents required to register Ejari.
- Trade licence (For commercial properties only)
- Tenant’s UAE visa and passport (non-GCC nationals)
- Tenant’s Emirates ID
- Security deposit receipt
- Original tenancy contract
- Copy of title deed
- Landlord’s passport
- Copy of a valid power of attorney document (if applicable)
HOW TO CANCEL EJARI?
Ejari can be cancelled via the REST App and Real Estate Trustees Centre. Read our guide about cancel Ejari on Dubai Rest to find out all you need to know.
WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR CANCELLING EJARI?
It is the responsibility of the landlord to cancel Ejari. Unless Ejari is cancelled, they will not be able to lease out the property again.
CAN A LANDLORD CANCEL EJARI?
To cancel Ejari before the expiry of contract, one requires a No-Objection-Certificate (NOC) from the landlord and the tenant.
CAN YOU CANCEL EJARI ONLINE?
Yes, you can as discussed above via the REST App.
WHAT IS THE MINIMUM PERIOD FOR EJARI?
The minimum period for Ejari registration is one month and the maximum period is 5 years.
CAN EJARI BE DONE FOR 6 MONTHS?
Yes, the minimum contract duration is a month.
I HAVE A QUERY REGARDING EJARI. WHO DO I GET IN TOUCH WITH?
You can call 800-4488 and a representative of Dubai Land Department can answer your queries.
EJARI FEES
HOW MUCH IS THE EJARI FEE?
Those registering via the REST App need to pay AED 120. Whereas, there are an additional AED 95 service charges for those opting for Real Estate Services Trustees Centres. VAT is applicable on these charges.
WHO PAYS FOR EJARI LANDLORD OR TENANT?
Among the list of Ejari FAQs, many people do ask about this. Payment of Ejari is the responsibility of the tenant, unless agreed otherwise. As per Article 22 of Law No. 26 of 2007, the tenant must the fees and taxes when renting a property.
This concludes our list of Ejari FAQs. We hope these FAQs about Ejari in Dubai answer all the queries you may have. If you wish for greater insights about property market, read Bayut’s Dubai Sales Market Report for 2023.
