Dubai · Tenant guides
Dubai Tenant Guides
The rules behind the calculator — explained in plain English, sourced to Dubai law.
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Dubai rent increase rules
How Decree 43 of 2013 caps your rent increase — the full bands, worked through.
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The 90-day notice rule
Why your landlord must give 90 days' written notice before renewal — and what happens if they don't.
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Your rights as a Dubai tenant
Rent caps, eviction notice, deposits, Ejari and where to get help.
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Security deposit rules
How much it is, what can be deducted, and how to get it back when you leave.
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Maintenance: landlord vs tenant
Who fixes what, who pays for the chiller, and what to do if repairs are ignored.
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DEWA deposit & setup
The refundable DEWA deposit, the activation fee, and how to get the deposit back at move-out.
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