The Arabic term for rent, ejari, is required if you intend to relocate to a new apartment or business space. We can answer any questions you may have regarding the Ejari registration procedure if you are currently going through the formalities required to rent an apartment in Dubai. This guide will give you all the information you need, whether you’re unclear about what Ejari is or the prerequisites for registering your tenancy contract.
Ejari: What is it?
To control and streamline Dubai’s rental market, the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) launched Ejari. By incorporating rental contracts into the legal system, this online registration system guarantees transparency and equity while safeguarding the rights of both landlords and tenants. Additionally, it safeguards the rights of both parties in the event of a conflict and makes it simple to amend contracts in the event of disagreements.
Why must I sign up for Ejari?
Ejari registration is crucial for a number of reasons:
- Since it is a record of your tenancy agreement, it cannot be changed.
- When you move into your new apartment or villa, the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) will need the Ejari certificate to activate your water and electricity services.
- Before offering any services, construction and community management firms need to have an Ejari certificate.
- In the event that you and your landlord have disagreements, having your Ejari certificate safeguards your rights.
- It is required to renew children’s residency because your apartment must have enough bedrooms.
- to grant or extend a business trade license.
How can I register my Ejari?
To maintain security and transparency, particularly in the event of a dispute between the landlord and tenant, it is imperative that you register your Ejari. You can register an Ejari online in a number of ways, including quickly using the Wasl app and Wasl services. After you complete or renew your lease through our eServices and pay the necessary fees, we will take care of the Ejari contract registration process on your behalf if you are leasing from Wasl. As an alternative, you can register on the official DLD website, use the Dubai Rest app, or go to an Ejari center to finish all the requirements.
Documents needed to register for Ejari
The following paperwork must be ready in order to finish the Ejari registration process:
- original tenancy agreement, signed.
- copies of the tenant’s passport and visa, along with their Emirates ID.
- A copy of the landlord’s passport, clearly signed.
- A copy of the landlord’s title deed.
Ejari registration costs AED 206 plus VAT. A recent DEWA “green bill” is also required if you are renewing Ejari.
Tips for Ejari registering
To guarantee a seamless and trouble-free Ejari registration, consider the following extra advice:
- One tenant’s name must be used for Ejari. Select a lead tenant to register the agreement if you are splitting the rent.
- Provide high-quality scans of the required paperwork if the landlord is unable to sign in person.
- Don’t let the start date of the new contract and the expiration date of the current one coincide.
Find the DEWA premise number, which is located next to the garage in villas or outside the front door.
Online Registration for Ejari
You can register your Ejari online in three different ways: via the Dubai Rest App, Wasl, or the official DLD website.
Through the Wasl website: If you are registering with Wasl, you can just let us handle the process; we will use the Wasl eServices portal to handle it for you.
Through the DLD website: If you would like to register your Ejari, go to the DLD website. Just go to Dubailan fill out the application, upload the necessary files, pay the fee, and submit it.
Using the Dubai Rest App: As an alternative, you can download the app, select RERA under the services tab. Select the “Register Ejari Contract” tab, then pay the registration fee and upload the necessary files.
To register your Ejari, you can also go to any of the authorized Ejari centers in Dubai with the necessary paperwork.
Registering offline at Ejari offices
Without an appointment, stop by one of the five Ejari offices in Dubai and show the pertinent paperwork that your landlord or real estate agent has given you. Your Ejari certificate will be sent to you right away. Keep in mind that as soon as your tenancy contract is signed, you must get your Ejari certificate.
How can my Ejari be canceled?
The Ejari should be canceled at the conclusion of your lease. Since there should only be one active Ejari per property at a time, the landlord is responsible for doing this. Before trying to register a new Ejari, make sure your landlord cancels the current one. When your lease expires, Wasl will help you terminate your Ejari. You can ensure compliance with the relevant regulations and have a smooth Ejari registration process by adhering to these guidelines.
How to extend a contract with Ejari
The process of renewing Ejari is quick and easy.
Documents needed to renew Ejari:
- A copy of the Emirates ID,
- UAE visa, and passport, as well as the unified tenancy contract
- A new DEWA bill
After that, they can:
- Go to any of Dubai’s Ejari centers.
- Please submit the necessary paperwork for an Ejari renewal.
They can also finish the procedure online by going to the Dubai Rest app or the DLD website, entering the required information, and attaching the required files. Other documents, such as a copy of the prior Ejari or the title deed, might be needed in certain situations. The cost of the Ejari renewal fee is only AED 120.