How much can a landlord increase rent in Dubai?

According to RERA Decree No. 43 of 2013, the increase depends on how your rent compares to market average. 11-20% lower allows 5% increase. 21-30% lower allows 10%, 31-40% lower allows 15%, and over 40% lower allows up to 20%.

What is the RERA Rental Index?

An official database by the Dubai Land Department that sets average rental prices for different areas and property types.

Can a landlord increase rent without notice?

No. Landlords must provide a 90-day written notice before contract expiration.

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Understanding RERA rent increase rules

Rent increases in Dubai follow Decree No. 43 of 2013. Permitted increases depend on how far below the official market average your current rent sits.

Always verify figures against the latest DLD rental index and your registered contract terms.

0–10% below average

No rent increase is permitted.

11–20% below

Maximum 5% increase allowed.

21–30% below

Maximum 10% increase allowed.

31–40% below

Maximum 15% increase allowed.

More than 40% below

Maximum 20% increase allowed.

90-day rule

Landlords must give at least 90 days’ written notice before contract renewal to propose an increase.

Key terms

DLD: Dubai Land Department. Ejari: rental contract registration. Rent index: official reference for whether an increase is allowed.

Plan your next renewal with confidence

Cross-check the official rent index and notice rules so you know what increase range applies before you negotiate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

According to RERA Decree No. 43 of 2013, the increase depends on how much lower your rent is compared to the market average. If it is 11-20% lower, a 5% increase is allowed. 21-30% lower allows 10%, 31-40% lower allows 15%, and over 40% lower allows a maximum 20% increase.

The RERA Rental Index is an official database by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) that sets the average rental price for different areas and property types in Dubai to regulate rent increases.

No. Landlords must provide a 90-day written notice before the contract expiration if they intend to increase the rent or change any contract terms.

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