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Tenancy contracts must be registered
Every tenancy contract and amendment must be registered, through Ejari.
What the source says
"All Tenancy Contracts or any amendments to such Tenancy Contracts related to Real Property which are subject to the provisions of this Law will be registered with RERA."
Law No. (26) of 2007 as amended by Law No. (33) of 2008, Article 4(2)
| Status | Confirmed - The official source states this rule in the words quoted. |
|---|---|
| Instrument | Law No. (26) of 2007 as amended by Law No. (33) of 2008, Article 4(2) |
| Authority | Dubai Government |
| In force since | 2008 |
| Last checked | 26 September 2026 |
| Source | Dubai Government |
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Cite this rule
Home Guide Dubai, "Tenancy contracts must be registered", Dubai property rules register, last checked 26 September 2026.
https://homeguidedubai.com/rules/ejari-registration-required/
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this still the rule today?
We last read the source on 26 September 2026. Rules in Dubai change by circular and by edits to service pages, often without notice. Check the source linked above, and ask Dubai Government in writing before a large payment.
Where does this rule come from?
Law No. (26) of 2007 as amended by Law No. (33) of 2008, Article 4(2), published by Dubai Government. The quote on this page is copied word for word from that source.
Sources
- Law No. (26) of 2007 as amended by Law No. (33) of 2008, Article 4(2) - Dubai Government - accessed 26 September 2026
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