Lease Renewal

Lease renewal is the process of extending a tenancy agreement beyond its original term, requiring proper notice, rent review, and updated documentation.

Renewal TimelineAction
90 days before expiryLandlord notice if not renewing or changing terms
60 days before expiryTenant decision on renewal
30 days before expiryNew agreement signed and Ejari updated
Expiry dateNew term begins if renewed
Automatic renewal clauseContinues month-to-month if no notice given
Rent AdjustmentDubai Rules
RERA calculator mandatoryDetermines maximum permitted increase
At or above marketNo increase allowed
11% to 20% below marketMaximum 5% increase
21% to 30% below marketMaximum 10% increase
Notice requirement90 days minimum for any increase


Related Terms

Tenancy AgreementRental LawRERA Calculator (Rent Increase Tool) Lease Administration

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