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7 متاح 7 • عرض الجميعHow to renew your tenancy if you can't reach the landlord
Q: I rent an apartment in Dubai Marina and its time for tenancy renewal, but I can’t reach my landlord for three months already.
What can I do in this situation?
2017/01/11
1932
إخلاء المستأجر المتخلف عن دفع الإيجار بشكل فوري إذا نص على ذلك في العقد
س: أعزائي،
أريد طرح السؤال التالي.
أنا مالك شقة في إمارة دبي. لقد قمت بتأجيرها لشركة سياحية تدين لي حتى الآن بدفع إيجار ستة أشهر. يتضمن العقد الذي وقّعناه البند التالي:
"في حالة إرجاع أي شيك غير مدفوع دون أي سبب وجيه من المستأجر، وعدم قيام المستأجر بدفع قيمة الشيك خلال 20 يوم عمل، سيتم فرض غرامة تأخير على المستأخر تعادل 2٪ من قيمة الشيك بالإضافة إلى المبلغ المستحق وإذا لم يتم دفعه بعد سبعة أيام عمل من تاريخ الغرامة المُطبقة على الشيك المستحق، فإنه يحق للمالك إنهاء العقد والاستيلاء الفوري على الشقة ".
هل يعني ذلك أنه يمكنني إرسال بريد إلكتروني إليه لأخبره بإنهاء العقد وأنني سأسترد حيازة الشقة؟ أم هل لا يزال يجب عليّ إرسال إشعار بالإخلاء؟
2020/11/16
987
A tenant does not pay rent and sublets the property. How can I evict him?
Q: Greetings,
I have a tenant who has not paid his rent for over 1 year. He promises to pay but nothing happens and his checks bounce every time.
I have also received warnings from building management that he is subletting the apartment without my knowledge or approval.
He has promised to move out, but he hasn't done that either. What can I do the fastest to get him out of the premises?
I live in Sweden so I have a property manager but he has also stopped answering my messages and phone calls since 2 months ago.
Thank you in advance!
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2023/12/27
775
Landlord's non-acceptance of rent for 8 months. Can I face eviction?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam,
Rental Dispute - The management agency in my current apartment building has issued a verbal notice via a telephone call to all residents (in January 2024), asking to vacate the premises by 25 February 2024 citing that they're planning a major renovation to the entire building.
My contract had expired in June 2023. Despite multiple follow-ups (over email, I had told them I wanted to renew starting March 2023), they never responded to emails and delayed the renewal.
I had come to know that there was an ongoing inheritance battle between the owner's family which may have been the cause of delay.
Please advise on the below:
1. As I have not paid any rent since June 2023 as they never accepted the cheques, can they issue an eviction notice based on non-payment of rent?
2. Would I have any legal recourse to fight this notice?
3. What is the overall timeline/expense for such rental dispute cases to be resolved?
4. Are there any other legal actions that they can take against me?
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2024/01/30
130
Landlord does not accept cheques or issue Ejari. Can they evict me?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam,
After my tenancy expired, the landlord did not accept cheques and did not issue Ejari.
This is a shared apartment, and the owner of the entire building is a private landlord.
Can they evict me from the apartment?
2024/02/25
272
If the landlord rejects the new terms and deposit cheques, what's next?
Q: Hi,
If the landlord is not satisfied with the new terms of the contract and doesn't sign it, rejects the RDC security deposit cheques, what's next?
2024/03/06
413
Can my landlord evict me immediately for overdue rent?
Q: Good day,
I have one pending rent payment. Since I lost my job, I haven't been able to pay my last rent, which will be 15 days overdue on November 15.
Does my landlord have the right to evict us immediately without proper notice and to say they will file a case that I will have to pay for?
Please advise!
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2024/11/13
174
المدونة القانونية
1 متاح 1 • عرض الجميعإجراءات مركز فض المنازعات الإيجارية في دبي
تخضع العلاقة بين المستأجرين ومالكي العقارات في دبي للقانون رقم 33 لعام 2008 بشأن العلاقة بين مالكي ومستأجري العقارات في إمارة دبي. تتم إحالة منازعات الإيجار الناتجة إلى مركز فض المنازعات الإيجارية ("RDSC") الذي تم إنشاؤه بموجب المرسوم رقم 26 لعام 2013 للتوفيق بين الأطراف والوصول إلى حل ودي أو طلب إصدار حكم نهائي وإنفاذه من خلال مركز فض المنازعات الإيجارية.
2018/10/20
21489
قوانين وتشريعات
4 متاح 4 • عرض الجميعDecree No. (26) of 2013 Concerning the Rent Disputes Settlement Centre in the Emirate of Dubai
This Decree establishes a specialised judicial system to hear rent disputes and develops the procedure for determination of such disputes through an expeditious and simple process for the purpose of realising social and economic stability for all persons involved with the real property rental and other related sectors.
2013/09/18
7337
Law No. (26) of 2007 Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai
The provisions of this Law apply to real property leased out in the Emirate of Dubai, including vacant and agricultural lands, but excluding hotel establishments and real property provided by natural or legal persons as accommodation to their employees at no charge.
2007/11/26
24396
Law No. (33) of 2008 Amending Law No. (26) of 2007 Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai
Provisions of this Law supersede articles (2), (3), (4), (9), (13), (14), (15), (25), (26), (29), and (36) of Law No. (26) of 2007 Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai.
2008/12/01
25132
Decree No. (43) of 2013 Determining Rent Increases for Real Property in the Emirate of Dubai
This Decree determines the maximum percentage of rent increase for real property in the Emirate of Dubai when renewing lease contracts.
2013/12/18
13295
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عرض الجميعRequest for legal guidance regarding employer harassment and premature asset retrieval demand (1)
Respected Law Team Members, I am writing to seek genuine legal advice and guidance for our friend regarding an ongoing issue with her employer.
On 23rd May 2025, she received a termination notice via WhatsApp from her sponsor, which clearly states that she is required to complete her handover by 20th June 2025.
Since receiving the notice, however, her sponsor has been repeatedly contacting her via WhatsApp and phone calls, pressuring her to immediately return the company laptop and office cabinet keys, despite the agreed-upon handover date.
In addition, she has been verbally accusing my friend and making threatening remarks, creating a hostile environment, and causing her emotional distress.
To clarify her legal position, she contacted MOHRE, who advised her to reshare the termination notice to the lady employer about the handover date (20th June 2025) as she outlined in the (Cont-1)
2025/05/30
12
As a UK citizen returning to Dubai after over a year, do I need to apply for an entry permit?
Hello,
I am a UK citizen. I arrive in Dubai on the 2nd of June. I think I need to apply for an entry permit, as I have been out of the country for more than 1 year.
Please, can you help?
Everyone I speak to doesn't know and gives different information.
2025/05/29
12
Can I get a new job and employment visa while under a false embezzlement case and travel ban?
Hello,
My previous employer filed a case against me for embezzlement and imposed a travel ban. I know for myself it was all a lie, but since the case is already filed and the police investigation is still ongoing, I need to find a job.
However, first, I am worried that my new employer will come to know I have an active case. Second, I am worried that I cannot get an employment visa.
Can someone help me?
2025/05/29
16
Is it obligatory to issue an invoice for my customer to process his down payment?
Hello sir,
Is it obligatory to issue an invoice for my customer to process his down payment?
Our system doesn't allow us to issue an invoice unless the goods exist in our inventory. We also require this advance or down payment as confirmation of his order.
My customer is insisting on issuing him an invoice and says that this is required by UAE laws.
2025/05/29
13
How can my kids learn about their father's condition without contacting his family?
Good morning,
I have two kids. Their father is in critical care and is not able to communicate, and we have been divorced for more than seven years.
The other side of the family is not communicating with the kids about the father's whereabouts for them to visit him, and they have not been in touch with the kids for the past two weeks due to family issues that took place in court regarding guardianship of the kids.
How can I find a way for our kids to know what is going on with their father and his condition without reaching out to them, to avoid any further escalation?
My daughter has tried to call them, but there was no response.
Please advise!
2025/05/29
11
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عرض الجميعRequest for legal guidance regarding employer harassment and premature asset retrieval demand (3)
(COnt-2) Given the above, I kindly request your professional guidance on how to proceed legally to protect my friend's rights and ensure a safe and documented handover of company property.
(The laptop the lady sponsor is referring to is authorized by her to my friend when she joined the company on 15 December 2023)
Thank you for your support.
(Already our friend [----] has posted the same concern, but her complete message hasn't been delivered to this platform ) Therefore, I am resubmitting our concern; we just need the correct direction, please.
Thank you so much for your help!
2025/05/30
11
Request for legal guidance regarding employer harassment and premature asset retrieval demand (2)
Cont-1) as outlined in the termination notice.
Following a recent threatening message from her sponsor, in which she mentioned filing a police complaint, she proactively contacted Dubai Police for guidance.
They advised her to visit Jebel Ali Police Station to report the matter and seek assistance regarding the harassment.
Our concern is that if she returns the laptop prematurely, her work may be deleted or altered, and this could negatively impact my End of Service Benefits (EOSB) and her professional record, as her sponsor has a pattern of making unfounded accusations.
Here is the most recent message my friend received from her: “Good morning. Hi, I urgently need my laptop and keys from the cabinet. Send me the location, I will send CAREEM. I need my laptop and keys from the cabinets immediately. If you do not send the location to pick up my stuff, I’m gonna go to the police. Sorry, but you must return my stuff. My business cannot operate properly without my computer.” (COnt-2)
2025/05/30
11
Request for legal guidance regarding employer harassment and premature asset retrieval demand (1)
Respected Law Team Members, I am writing to seek genuine legal advice and guidance for our friend regarding an ongoing issue with her employer.
On 23rd May 2025, she received a termination notice via WhatsApp from her sponsor, which clearly states that she is required to complete her handover by 20th June 2025.
Since receiving the notice, however, her sponsor has been repeatedly contacting her via WhatsApp and phone calls, pressuring her to immediately return the company laptop and office cabinet keys, despite the agreed-upon handover date.
In addition, she has been verbally accusing my friend and making threatening remarks, creating a hostile environment, and causing her emotional distress.
To clarify her legal position, she contacted MOHRE, who advised her to reshare the termination notice to the lady employer about the handover date (20th June 2025) as she outlined in the (Cont-1)
2025/05/30
12
My friend was caught by CID inside a massage centre. What will be the next step they will take?
Hi
My friend was caught by CID inside a massage centre in the waiting area while he was waiting for a massage. Now his Emirates ID is with the Ajman police.
What will be the next step they will take?
2025/05/29
22
How can I remove a travel ban or avoid arrest if I left the UAE with an unpaid rent case?
In 2018, I was involved in a dispute concerning unpaid rent related to a property managed by [-----] under the jurisdiction of the Land Department. [----] proceeded with legal action, resulting in a civil case and the imposition of a travel ban.
A civil case had been reported in an Arabic-language newspaper. Not being fluent in Arabic, I missed the Land Department hearing, and the obvious outcome included an order for payment and a travel ban, but I had already left the country by that time.
questions:
Statute of Limitations: After how many years does such a civil case expire under UAE law, thereby allowing me to legally return to Dubai without facing arrest or enforcement actions?
International Travel: Am I currently at risk of arrest or extradition if I travel to non-GCC countries like India or Pakistan?
Forgive my brevity and rudeness due to 1000-character limits
2025/05/29
34
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عرض الجميعCan I cancel my house sale contract without extra fees after personal plans changed?
Dear Lawyers,
I signed a Form F with a buyer for the sale of my house as we were planning to leave the country. The contract was signed about a month ago, but the handover is not until August.
Due to personal circumstances changing, we are no longer leaving Dubai and would like to cancel Form F.
The Form F contract stipulates that we have to pay the buyer 10% of the purchase value. The real estate agent is now claiming that we also have to pay the buyer's real estate commission and the conveyancing fee.
Our understanding is that the 10% penalty is the only penalty. Which is correct, and what are the next steps to dispute this?
Also, is there any way to dispute the 10% itself under the law due to personal circumstances changing?
2024/07/12
645
How to know if an offer letter I received from a company in the UAE is legit?
I got an offer letter from Al-Haldin Gulf Construction & Petroleum LLC. Can you please advise about the company?
2024/03/18
279
Tenant always late with payments, hasn't renewed contract. What to do?
Hello,
I have a tenant who is always late with their payment. Their renewal was supposed to be last December 2023.
Currently, they have not signed any new contract, provided any new cheques, and have stayed for three months from December until now without paying rent.
Additionally, I just discovered that they have sublet the apartment with partitions, which is clearly stated as not allowed in the old contract.
Please let me know what should I do legally!
2024/03/14
514
How soon will I receive the cancellation paper from my previous employer?
Dear Concern,
How long will it take to receive the cancellation paper from my previous employer?
My last working day at my current company will be on April 7, 2024.
2024/03/16
328
Tenant received renewal notice, rejected proposed rent on renewal day. What next?
Hi,
We sent a renewal notice to our Dubai-based tenant 84 days before his contract renewal, with a 10% increase in rent.
The tenant neither agreed nor disagreed with the proposed rent and replied on the day of renewal that he wouldn't be paying the proposed rent.
Due to the argument, the landlord decided to reduce the rent, but the tenant has not yet renewed his contract. It has been 12 days since his contract expired.
Kindly suggest what could be done in this matter.
2024/03/12
324
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عرض الجميعWhat is the legal process of acquiring 50% ownership stake in a local company in Dubai?
A local company in Dubai intends to acquire a 50% ownership stake in an auto repair business currently owned by an individual (100%).
We are seeking professional legal advisory services to guide us through the acquisition process.
2025/04/11
107
What is the statute of limitations for filing a civil lawsuit in the UAE?
Hello,
What is the statute of limitations for filing a civil lawsuit in the UAE?
2025/01/21
255
What can I do if my company terminated me without warning while I'm on probation?
Dear Sir/Madam,
My company terminated me with no written warning last April 5, and they said I need to work up until April 30 to receive my pay, but until now, they're holding it.
Can someone help me with what I can do, please? And is it right to terminate me with no warning?
I'm under probation with the company; I've been working with them for four months.
2024/05/14
267
How to implement the divorce judgment and claim alimony and custody?
First instance divorce judgment has been provided based on Article 7 of Federal Law 41 of 2022 and based on Article 133 of the Civil Procedures Code - the defendant was requested to pay expenses and fees.
Later, I received a notification to apply for implementation of the ruling and execution proceedings!
What action is required from the plaintiff?
Under Article 133 of the civil procedure code, can compensation for damage be claimed? And what type of evidence must be submitted?
Within how many days must the implementation of the ruling and execution proceedings be raised by the plaintiff to the court?
What are the rights, roles, and responsibilities of husband and wife regarding child custody and child support based on the above judgment?
2024/03/15
170
Can a bank recover unpaid credit card dues after 6 years in the UAE?
Hello,
I would like to know if the bank can claim recovery after 6 years of not paying credit card dues in the UAE.
2024/03/15
1291
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عرض الجميعDo I have to pay the value of training to the company in case of terminating the contract?
Salam,
My company has filed a complaint against me in MOHRE related to training fees.
This is the clause mentioned in my contract:
"The Second Party shall be obliged to pay back the value of the training (which is estimated at an amount of 10000 AED) when they terminate the employment contract based on their own free will (within One Year) from the date of commencement of their contract, without prejudice to the First Party's legal or contractual obligations. (the amount agreed on for the value of the training period must be commensurate with the employment period of the employee)"
My question is:
1. I served 11 months in the company. Can they demand the full 10,000 or it should be less due to 11 months (as per the last line of the clause)?
2. I didn't even get training from the company. I learned normally by working on projects with seniors. No training session was conducted for me. Should I still have to pay?
My case is in MOHRE.
Thanks
2024/11/13
357
Can I apply for Amnesty 2024 with a bounced cheque and credit card debt?
Hi,
Amnesty 2024 has just started, and I really want to apply for it, but I have a company bounced cheque and personal credit card debt.
Is there any solution to avail of the amnesty and legalize my status? If yes, what is the step-by-step procedure?
Thank you to those who can enlighten me on this question, and God bless us all!
2024/09/02
1022
How can I resolve a travel ban with an expired passport and a bounced check case?
Hello,
I have a civil case for a bounced check and a travel ban. My passport has expired and can only be renewed in my home country.
Due to the travel ban, it is not possible to exit and renew the passport. With an expired passport, I can't work.
What are the options in this situation? Can my wife take this case and start paying in installments so that I can go to renew his passport and come back?
Thank you!
2024/06/28
192
I have an unpaid credit card in the UAE and I will be traveling to Qatar. Will I be arrested?
I have an unpaid credit card of approximately AED 45000 in the UAE.
I will be traveling to Qatar due to work.
Will I be arrested in Qatar?
2024/06/21
174
I had a drug case against me and it has been closed. Can I get a new employment visa?
I have had a drug case against me recently and it has been closed. I have paid my fine and I am cleared from the travel ban.
I am still working with the same employer but I am thinking about changing jobs.
Will I be able to get a new employment visa and be hired in a new firm despite the record?
2024/03/28
588
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عرض الجميعIf the Public Prosecution appeals a not-guilty verdict with no new evidence, will it stay the same?
Hi Sir,
My husband had a judgment where he was found not guilty, as the misdemeanor court stated that it doubts the charges against the accused and found no conclusive evidence except the statements in the report files.
The court considered this invalid because there was no translator. After this, if the Public Prosecution appeals, will the verdict remain unchanged and be upheld if there is nothing more than this
Can you shed some light from your experience on this issue and say if the result will remain the same?
2025/05/20
32
My lawyer overcharged me for registering my labour case. What should I do?
Hello,
My lawyer has charged me more than the actual amount for registering my labour case.
What should I do?
2025/05/13
33
After evicting a tenant for renovation, can the landlord rent the property to another tenant?
Hello,
If the tenant is evicted due to renovation, once the renovation is done, can the landlord rent the property to a new tenant, or does the landlord have to wait for 2 years?
2025/05/22
34
What can I do if a contractor failed to deliver a paid renovation project?
Hello,
I paid a contractor (via bank transfers) to deliver a project (1BHK renovation – full), and they did not.
What action can I take against them in Dubai?
2025/05/19
37
كيف يمكنني الاستعلام عن قضية إبعاد أمني ومحاولة العودة إلى الإمارات؟
السلام عليكم،
أود الاستفسار بشأن قضية إبعاد زوج خالتي من دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة. زوج خالتي كان مقيماً في الإمارات وكان قد وُلد وترعرع هناك.
في عام 2013 تم إبعاده من الإمارات، وكان ذلك نتيجة لسياسات حكومية كانت تستهدف مجموعة من المقيمين في تلك الفترة، وهو لم يكن قد ارتكب أي مخالفة في ذلك الوقت وكان يُعتبر ضحية للسياسات المتبعة.
أرغب في معرفة الإجراءات التي يجب أن أتبعها حالياً من أجل رفع هذا الإبعاد وتمكينه من العودة إلى الإمارات.
أرجو أن توضح لي كيف يمكنني مساعدته في هذا الموضوع.
شكراً جزيلاً.
2025/05/01
33
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عرض الجميعI received a judgment in my favor from RDC that awarded me legal fees. Does this include lawyer fees?
I have received a judgment in my favor from RDC that awarded me legal fees.
However, RDC says that legal fees do not mean lawyer fees; they are RDC fees only.
Is this correct?
2025/02/14
136
The public prosecution appealed a judgment to increase the fine I already paid. What do I do now?
Good afternoon,
Thank you for your time.
The public prosecution appealed my judgment (a fine that I satisfactorily cleared) and requested increasing the fine.
Can you please explain what happens during a criminal case appeal hearing for me as a defendant?
Will I be asked questions?
Is the hearing just for the Public Prosecution to present their appeal to the judge, and I do not need to give a response?
Thank you again for your time.
2025/02/07
209
Can we give a salary certificate to a new hired employee before he starts to open a bank account?
Dear lawyers,
The new employee will start on June 1, 2025. However, he would like to open a new bank account in the UAE thus asking to provide the salary certificate mentioning his salary in AED and if possible not mentioning the start date.
Legally, can the company provide such a certificate?
2025/02/04
177
I received a termination letter from my company for restructuring. Is this considered arbitrary dismissal?
I received a termination letter from my company on January 31st, 2025, with a one-month notice period, stating my last working day as February 28th, 2025.
The reason given for the termination is "considering the current business scenario, the company has considered measures to reorganize the business."
Could this be considered arbitrary dismissal?
Am I entitled to any compensation or benefits from the company as a result of this termination?
2025/02/05
158
Do I need to hire a lawyer if I found I have a marital case against me in the court?
By checking in Al Adheed, I have found there is a marital matter case against me in Dubai Courts. There is a hearing date for next week and the time mentioned in the case status with a link for an online hearing.
However, I have not received any message from Dubai courts regarding this by mail or phone. I have all contact details updated with EID. In this case, what should I do?
I don’t know what the case is about.
Should I hire a lawyer or I can attend the hearing by myself?
Please do suggest options.
2025/02/03
122
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عرض الجميعWhat can I do if my tenant moved out without notice after serving him rent increase notice?
I own a property in Dubai and we issued a 90-day notice to the tenant to advise of the rent increase.
The tenant accepted and confirmed they would be renewing the tenancy agreement.
Before they signed the new tenancy agreement they moved out without giving any notice.
What are my rights in this scenario?
2024/08/28
121
Will my fees be refunded if I close a cheque execution case that I opened against someone?
Dear Lawyers,
If I want to close a cheque execution case that I opened against someone, will my fees be refunded to me?
2024/08/12
175
As a partner who loaned money to the company, should I sue the company or my partner?
Dear Lawyers,
I am a 50% partner in a company. I had given a 2M AED loan to the company about 10 years ago. There are expert reports and bank records to prove the loan.
The company does not have any bank balances or assets. Should I start a lawsuit against the company and demand 2M AED, or should I start a lawsuit against the other 50% partner and demand 1M AED?
One benefit of suing the company is that I can obtain an acknowledgment of debt, and later in an execution case, I can issue a certificate of solvency to have the other partner arrested.
However, suing the other 50% partner directly would include their name in the executive writ. Please guide me!
(I believe all necessary legal information is provided here. If something is missing, I can provide additional details here.)
2024/08/14
146
How can I withdraw my case to release someone arrested for harassment?
Dear Sir/Madam,
I want to withdraw a case against someone who harassed me. She has now been arrested and held at the police station for 4 days.
How can I withdraw the case so she can be released?
2024/06/29
374
What happens next after a DUI arrest and vehicle impound?
Dear Lawyers,
I was caught drinking and driving (no accident). They held me in prison for one day, then I signed some papers and they released me.
They also gave me a vehicle impound paper and asked me to come on Monday with my car registration and license.
Do you have any information on what will happen next?
2024/07/23
202
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