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6 available 6 • View allEarly termination of tenancy contract in Dubai
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Q: Hi,
My rental contract expires in December 2016, however, since I can't afford the rent I am giving my two months notice to vacate the place by September 2016 paying 2 months rent.
However, the landlord tells me that I can't stay in the place during my notice period and I still have to pay rent for 2 months.
Please advise.

Aug 3, 2016
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Penalty for the extension of a tenancy contract
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Q: Dear Sir/ Mam,
I am staying in Sharjah. We stayed in the same flat for the last 2 years. Our contract is ended on May 5th. But as we are migrating to another country we requested our landlord to stay here till June end 2 months back. He agreed to the same at that time.
Now he is asking to give 3 months more rent from June as a penalty to settle the things. Our contract already finished now.
Please advice what to do as we are not in a good financial position to give 3-month rent without staying.

May 24, 2017
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Landlord's right of early exit option from the tenancy contract
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Q: I am renting out my villa located in Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. The tenancy contract will start on 01 June 2018 to 31 May 2019.
My question is that, can I mention in the addendum that the landlord has the right to terminate the tenancy contract before the expiry date by giving a 3 months' written notice to the tenant?

May 30, 2018
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Is it possible to have a 6 months tenancy contract in Dubai?
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Q: Hi,
Can I get 6 months tenancy contract for an unfurnished property in Dubai?
Also, can I get all utility connections for the same period?

Oct 27, 2019
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Is it necessary to send a letter for renewal of the tenancy contract to the tenant?
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Q: Is it necessary to send a letter for renewal of the tenancy contract to the tenant?
If so, how many days should be before we can give a notice?
Can we ask for the documents and cheque before the end of the contract for the subsequent year renewal?

Aug 31, 2021
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When rental contracts expire: How to handle building access suspension?

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Q: Dear Sir/Madam,
Is it possible for building management to suspend access to the building in the case of a non-renewed contract?
Our rental contract in Dubai recently expired, and the building management has disabled our access cards for the main entrance, parking, and amenities such as the gym and pool.
We have been in contact with the owner for at least one month prior to the contract's expiry to follow up on the renewal. The delay is due to the owner's end, and we have documented this through email.
What steps can we take to ensure uninterrupted access to the building facilities?


Feb 18, 2023
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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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