Q: I'm currently in the process of leasing the property and as part of the standard procedure, we attempted to register the tenancy on the Ejari system. However, we encountered a persistent error message indicating that the property is currently managed by an independent brokerage agency. In an effort to resolve this matter promptly, we reached out to the broker company and were informed that a payment of AED 300 is required to process the Ejari registration. In good faith, we transferred the requested amount to facilitate the registration process. To our surprise, the broker company has since communicated that they have applied for the cancellation of the management contract for the said property and are now requesting to return the AED 300. Despite their assurance of canceling the contract, we are still unable to register the property on the Ejari system. Given the urgency of the situation and the fact that the tenant's move-in date was January 15, 2024, we are seeking legal advice.

Q: I have come to Dubai for the rent of my apartment. I came to know that the real estate agent frauded and cheated me by using my expired POA in 2016. Now nobody is listening to me. Neither the tenant nor the real estate agent nor the builder. Where should I go now? The service charges are put on me and the rent is taken by the real estate agent. I have canceled the power of attorney but the builder is not cooperating to cancel Ejari. I am in a very difficult situation. I wish if there's anyone in Dubai to guide or help me. I am in severe depression.

Q: Dear sir, If a lease agreement expired more than one month, still not renewed and filed a case with RDC for finance and eviction, is it possible to cancel the expired Ejari? Thank you

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Can the landlord cancel the Ejari once the tenant has moved out after mutual agreement, even though it is before the end of the tenancy contract?

Q: We are a general trading company based in Dubai, and we are considering renting a space in the city for a retail point to sell food and beverage products. However, the landlord of the intended retail space is not willing to provide an Ejari contract. We would like to inquire whether, under Dubai law, we can operate a retail business without an Ejari contract for the rented space. Additionally, our company already has an office in Dubai with a registered Ejari contract. Would it be possible to use this existing Ejari contract to obtain the necessary approvals for retail activities in the new rental space?

An interview-format article covering the topic of defaulting on commercial lease in the UAE and related procedures. This is from the legal podcast of lawyer Ludmila Yamalova, the founder of Lawgical with LYLAW. In this article, Ludmila discusses what one should do if the tenant becomes unresponsive.

An interview-format article covering the topic of residential retail properties pertaining to the liability for property maintenance and the repercussions of defaulting on rent payments in the UAE. This is from the legal podcast of lawyer Ludmila Yamalova, the founder of Lawgical with LYLAW.

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.

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.