Renting out your Dubai property is a straightforward process with the right agent. Dubai's tenancy law gives landlords and tenants clear rules on contracts, renewals and disputes. UNIQ handles the entire process from valuation to Ejari registration.
Tenant sourcing and thorough vetting
Contract preparation and Ejari registration
Rent collection and cheque management
Maintenance coordination with trusted contractors
Annual renewal negotiations
Full legal compliance — RERA regulated
How much rent can I charge?
Rent should be benchmarked against the RERA Rental Index for your specific building and unit type. UNIQ provides a market appraisal to help you set the right rent — not too high (vacant property) and not too low (lost income).
How do I increase rent at renewal?
You can change the rent at renewal by giving at least 90 days' written notice before the contract ends. Under Decree No. 43 of 2013 the maximum increase depends on how far the current rent is below the RERA Rental Index average: if it is within 10% of the average, no increase is allowed; the cap then steps up through 5%, 10% and 15% to 20% where the rent is more than 40% below average.
How do I evict a tenant?
At the end of the lease, a landlord may ask the tenant to vacate only for specific legal reasons — selling the property, use by the owner or a first-degree relative, demolition, or major renovation — with at least 12 months' notice through a notary public or by registered mail (Law 26/2007 as amended, Art. 25(2)). For non-payment of rent, you can apply to the Rental Disputes Centre. UNIQ advises on all eviction procedures.
What is my tax liability as a landlord?
The UAE does not levy personal income tax, and under Cabinet Decision No. 49 of 2023 rental income earned by individuals (where no licence is required) is not treated as a business for UAE Corporate Tax. Your home country may tax worldwide income, so check with a qualified tax adviser.