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Which decree sets the rent bands
The bands are in Decree No. 43 of 2013; DLD's own January 2025 release cites them as Decree No. 34.
What the source says
"Decree No. (43) of 2013 Determining Rent Increase for Real Property in the Emirate of Dubai"
Dubai Legislation Portal
| Status | Sources disagree - Two official or official-facing sources say different things. Both are quoted below. |
|---|---|
| Instrument | Dubai Legislation Portal |
| Authority | Dubai Government |
| In force since | 18 December 2013 |
| Last checked | 26 September 2026 |
| Source | Dubai Government |
Where the sources disagree
The quote above is one side. The other source says:
"Decree No. (34) of 2013"
DLD news release, 2 January 2025
Until the authority settles it, ask for the answer in writing before you rely on either version.
Read the full guide
This rule is explained in context, with the costs and steps around it, in Dubai Rent Increase Rules (2026): The Bands, the Index, the Notice.
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Cite this rule
Home Guide Dubai, "Which decree sets the rent bands", Dubai property rules register, last checked 26 September 2026.
https://homeguidedubai.com/rules/rent-decree-number/
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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?
Dubai Legislation Portal, published by Dubai Government. The quote on this page is copied word for word from that source.
Sources
- Dubai Legislation Portal - Dubai Government - accessed 26 September 2026
- DLD news release, 2 January 2025 - the other side of the disagreement - accessed 26 September 2026
Every rule above is quoted from the law, decree or official page on the date given. This is general information, not legal advice; rules change, so confirm the current position with the authority named before you act.