The mandatory rental contract registration system in Dubai. Every lease must be registered with Ejari to be enforceable.
Ejari is the rental contract registration system operated by RERA. Every lease in Dubai must be registered with Ejari to be legally enforceable. It generates a unique Ejari number used for DEWA connections, visa applications, and dispute resolution.
For property owners renting out, the Ejari is what lets you raise rent under the RERA index, evict for non-payment, and resolve disputes through the Rental Disputes Centre. For tenants, the Ejari is what lets you register for DEWA and apply for residency visas. Registering an Ejari costs about AED 220 and is usually handled by the leasing agent. No Ejari, no legal lease.
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