Ejari registration is one of the first things every Dubai renter needs to sort out — yet questions about how it works, who handles it, and what it costs keep coming up. Here are the most common Ejari FAQs, answered clearly and in full.
How Can I Do Ejari Online?
You can register Ejari online through the Dubai REST app, managed by the Dubai Land Department (DLD).
1. Download the app from the App Store or Google Play. 2. Log in with your UAE Pass. 3. Choose "Register Ejari Contract." 4. Upload your tenancy contract, Emirates ID, title deed, and DEWA number. 5. Pay the AED 177.75 fee securely through the app.
You'll receive your Ejari certificate within a few hours once verification is complete.
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Is RERA Approval Mandatory?
Yes. Ejari operates under the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA), which falls under DLD. Registering through Ejari means your tenancy automatically complies with RERA laws.
If your contract isn't registered, it's not legally recognised in Dubai — meaning you can't activate DEWA or file tenancy disputes.
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Who Is Responsible for Ejari?
In most cases, the landlord or property management company is responsible for registering Ejari. However, the tenant can also register if the landlord hasn't done it.
What matters is that the registration happens — Dubai law requires every tenancy to be recorded, regardless of who completes it.
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How Can I Check My Ejari Status?
You can verify your Ejari through several official channels:
- Dubai REST app → Services → "My Ejari Contracts" - Dubai Land Department website → Ejari Verification page - DLD hotline → Call 800-4488 for confirmation
Your Ejari certificate will show the registration number, issue date, and property details. Always ensure the information matches your tenancy contract.
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How to Renew a Tenancy Agreement in Dubai?
Renewing a tenancy contract involves two steps:
1. Sign a new lease with your landlord. 2. Renew your Ejari registration using the new contract.
You can renew through:
- Dubai REST app (upload new contract, pay AED 177.75 online) - OnTime Trustee Centers (in-person, AED 220, printed copy required)
Renewal keeps your tenancy legally valid and ensures DEWA continues without interruption.
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How Long Does It Take to Register an Ejari Online?
Most Ejari registrations are approved within 4–8 hours when done through the Dubai REST app.
Delays can occur if:
- Uploaded documents are unclear - Title deed doesn't match the DEWA number - Previous Ejari has not been cancelled
For urgent processing, visit an OnTime Trustee Centre — they can issue your certificate on the spot.
