Can the landlord evict me even after paying the rental cheque amount partially?

No, the landlord cannot evict you immediately for a partially paid cheque. He must first give you a proper 30-day notice.

If you settle the rent within that time, eviction can be avoided.

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Hello,

Under UAE law — specifically Dubai Tenancy Law (Law No. 26 of 2007 as amended by Law No. 33 of 2008) — a landlord does have the right to take legal action if the tenant fails to pay rent within 30 days of receiving a written notice to pay, unless the lease specifies otherwise.

However, since you have partially paid the cheque and have communicated with the landlord, and you are asking for only 10 more days to clear the balance, the landlord should ideally not move to eviction immediately, especially if you are acting in good faith and there’s an open line of communication.

✔️ Important: Make sure you keep all communication in writing (WhatsApp, email, etc.) to prove you have requested time and paid partially.

✔️ If the landlord issues a 30-day notice through the Notary Public, you should try to settle within that period to avoid any eviction case.

✔️ Courts generally prefer settlement if the tenant shows a willingness to pay and the default is not intentional or repeated.

If you need help drafting a polite letter to the landlord or understanding your rights under the Dubai Tenancy Law, please feel free to reach out to me for a consultation — I will be glad to assist you.

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Hello,

Thank you for reaching out regarding your current tenancy situation. Under UAE tenancy law, if rent is not paid in full, the landlord has the right to issue a 30-day formal notice demanding payment of the full outstanding amount.

If the balance is not cleared within that period, they may initiate legal action for eviction through the Rental Dispute Centre.

While your partial payment of AED 2,250 demonstrates good faith, it does not legally stop the eviction process unless the full amount is settled within the notice period.

That said, requesting a 10-day extension is a reasonable approach and may be accepted by the landlord at their discretion.

If you anticipate further delay, I recommend preparing to deposit the remaining amount directly with the Rental Dispute Centre to show intent and avoid escalation.

Should you need support with this process or further legal assistance, I’d be happy to schedule a consultation.

Kind regards,

The landlord cannot simply lock you out or change the locks because one rent cheque was only partly covered. In Dubai, an eviction for non-payment must go through the Rental Dispute Centre:

- First, the landlord serves a formal 30-day notice demanding the full outstanding amount, and only if that deadline is missed can he apply for an eviction order.

Your partial payment of AED 2,250 shows good faith and, if you clear the balance within the extra ten days you’re requesting, the eviction ground disappears.

- Send the landlord a brief written confirmation (email or WhatsApp) that you will settle the remaining rent within ten days, and keep proof of that message and any receipts.

If he files a case or resorts to “self-help” eviction without a court order, you can defend the claim and even seek compensation for unlawful eviction.

I can step in immediately to draft the response, negotiate a binding payment plan, and protect your tenancy rights.

Reach me on WhatsApp or by phone so we can act before the landlord takes further steps.

Hi,

If you paid only part of your rent and still owe the rest, the landlord can give you a formal notice to clear the full amount within 30 days. If you don’t pay on time, they can start eviction proceedings.

What you can do:

- Talk to your landlord right away and ask for the extra 10 days in writing.

- If they agree, keep a record of this agreement to protect yourself.

- If they don’t agree, the landlord can legally start the eviction process after the notice period.

Let me know if you need help drafting a message to your landlord!