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3 available 3 • View allEarly exit of tenancy without penalty due to COVID-19
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Q: Our shop rent already expired on 01 March 2020. We didn't renew the contract as we have requested the landlord on 18 April 2020 to reduce the rent, but he is not ready to reduce.
At this COVID-19 situation, we cannot afford this rent of AED 85000 for 29 Sqr Mtr. We informed the landlord on 18 April 20 only for non-renewal.
So legally, how can we get out of this shop?

May 17, 2020
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Early termination of tenancy without penalty due to COVID-19
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Q: Hi,
I have a 1-year rental agreement with 4 payments in a year in the form of PDC. I went on a normal 1-month vacation with a return ticket, but unfortunately, all flights were suspended and travel restriction applied due to Coronavirus.
Now for the last 2-3 months, I am in my country and unable to join work but my landlord said I have to pay money from my country.
How can I pay with no salary and I am stuck outside with no guarantee what will happen next?
Out of 4 cheques, 3 easily cashed with no problem but he said pay half cheque amount in May and the remaining in next month.

May 13, 2020
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Waiving the penalty for early exit of tenancy due to COVID-19
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Q: Hello,
I live in Dubai and have recently been sent on unpaid leave until further notice due to COVID-19. I am unable to pay my next rent cheque which is due in July.
I would like to exit my tenancy contract early, it ends in March 2021. My contract states that I am liable and have to pay an early exit fee of the equivalent of 2 months rent if I decide to leave early.
Can this be voided due to the current situation? And would I be able to leave without paying this?
Does COVID-19 count as Force Majeure? If it does, would I also be able to get my deposit back?
Thank you for any assistance you can offer.
F.

Apr 22, 2020
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Legal blog
4 available 4 • View allExemption of Early Exit Penalty in Tenancy Contracts due to Coronavirus 0
This article tries to explain the concept of Force Majeure and its application in residential tenancy contracts in the light of a recent RDC judgement.
Nov 10, 2020
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Rental Disputes Amidst COVID-19 in the UAE 2
An interview-format article covering the topic of rental disputes amidst COVID-19 in the UAE. This is from the legal podcast of lawyer Ludmila Yamalova, the founder of Lawgical with LYLAW.
Feb 1, 2021
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What is Force Majeure & How Does it Apply During COVID-19 in the UAE 0
An interview-format article covering the topic of force majeure in the UAE, in light of COVID-19. This is from the legal podcast of lawyer Ludmila Yamalova, the founder of Lawgical with LYLAW.
Feb 11, 2021
539
UAE Labour Law Update (COVID-19): Ministerial Resolution No. (279) of 2020 22
This article discusses the Ministerial Resolution No. (279) of 2020 Regarding Employment Stability in the Private Sector during the Period of Application of Precautionary Measures to Curb the Spread of the Novel Coronavirus Issued by the Minister of Human Resources and Emiratization in Abu Dhabi on 26/3/2020.
Apr 13, 2020
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Laws & Regulations
2 available 2 • View allLaw No. (26) of 2007 Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai 12
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.
Nov 26, 2007
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Law No. (33) of 2008 Amending Law No. (26) of 2007 Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai 8
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.
Dec 1, 2008
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