How to register your Ejari online in Dubai in 2024

Are you a tenant or landlord in Dubai facing the complexities of Ejari registration? Guess what? You can register your Ejari online without having to leave your home. Time is a precious commodity in Dubai, and visiting the registered Ejari offices in person consumes valuable time. In this blog, we will discuss how you can register your Ejari online without disrupting your busy schedule.

What is Ejari?

Ejari is an Arabic term which means “my rent”. In Dubai, Ejari is a government-run programme that regulates tenancy contracts. It ensures that all private rental contracts are drafted legally and structured in a government-approved format.

Ejari maintains the official record of the lease agreement and helps protect the tenant’s rights. The recorded information helps resolve disputes. An Ejari certificate is also required to set up or transfer DEWA electricity and water services to the tenant’s name.

Apart from that, the historical data maintained on the Ejari system helps conduct background checks on the landlords and properties.

Online Ejari Registration Process

You can register for Ejari online via the Dubai Rest app and the Dubai Land Department DLD website.

Ejari Registration Through the Dubai Rest App

• Download the Dubai REST app.
• Go to the 'Services' tab and select 'RERA.'
• Click 'Register Ejari Contract.'
• Complete the application form and upload the necessary documents.
• Submit the application.
• The owner or landlord must approve the tenant's registration request via Dubai REST.
• After approval, pay the Ejari registration fee through the app.
• The Ejari contract will be immediately available on the Dubai REST app.

Ejari Registration Through the DLD Website

• Visit the official DLD website.
• Create an account if you are a new user; otherwise, sign in to your existing account.
• Navigate to the 'Services' tab on the main page and select 'Tenant' from the drop-down menu.
• Choose 'Registration and renewal of lease application' under 'Real Estate Rental Services.'
• Click on 'Access this service' to start the Ejari registration process.
• Enter the property and contract details, such as location, type of property (residential or commercial), rental amount, lease duration, and other relevant information.
• Upload the required documents.
• Pay the Ejari registration fee.
• Review all entered information and documents.
• Submit the application and wait for the certificate.

Documents Required for Online Ejari Registration

To register your Ejari, you will require the following documents:

• Original signed tenancy contract 
• Security deposit receipt
• Tenant's passport (for non-GCC countries nationals)
• Tenant's UAE Visa (for non-GCC countries nationals)
• Tenant's Emirates ID
• Copies of landlord's passport (if individual)
• A copy of a valid power of attorney document (if a PoA has signed the contract) is required. PoA documents must be renewed every year to remain valid
• Copy of title deed of the rented property
• 9-digit DEWA Premises Number (or copies of recent DEWA bills/Green bill accepted)
• DEWA bill and previous Ejari if you are renewing
• Trade licence (in the case of commercial properties)

Fee for Online Ejari Registration

The fee for registering online with Ejari is as follows:

Tenancy contract registration fee:  AED 100

Knowledge fee: AED 10

Innovation fee: AED 10

Transactions That Mandate an Ejari Registration

In Dubai, you will need to register with Ejari for the following purposes:

Residence visas, new applications, and renewals

Electricity, water, telephone/television/Internet connections

Procurement of a commercial licence

Employment of domestic staff

Procurement of an alcohol licence

Important Tips for Ejari Registration

Follow these tips for a smooth Ejari registration experience.

• If the landlord is unavailable to sign the contract, request high-quality scans of their signed documents. 
• Double-check your personal information, property details, tenancy contract information, and payment details to avoid discrepancies or rejections.
• If your payment fails, it might be due to insufficient funds, incorrect card details, or technical issues. Check that you have entered the correct card information and that your account has enough funds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a time frame for processing online Ejari registration?

If you apply for Ejari registration online through the Dubai Rest app or DLD website, you get Ejari instantly.

Who is responsible for Ejari registration?

Although registering the Ejari is primarily the landlord's responsibility, it is the tenant's obligation. Or, if the property is managed, the agency must complete the process.

If the tenant renews their tenancy contract, does Ejari need to be renewed for the same property?

Ejari renewal is required every time you renew the tenancy contract for your rental property in Dubai. You can submit all the necessary Ejari renewal documents online.

How to Download the Ejari Certificate?

Visit the official DLD website, enter your Ejari contract number, which is written at the top left of the Ejari document, enter the DEWA premise number or Dubai Municipality number, Check the 'I am not a robot' captcha and click the 'Download' button.

Final Thoughts

With online Ejari registration in Dubai, managing property has become much easier, safer, and more affordable. This easy-to-use platform lets you register from home or the office, so you don't have to visit typing centres or government offices. It supports Dubai's push for digital change and improving life for residents and businesses. So, enjoy the efficiency and better service that online Ejari registration offers.