Renting a property in Dubai
Dubai is a popular destination among the cosmopolitan population looking for high-income career opportunities and comfortable way of life. Thousands of expats move to Dubai to turn their dreams into reality. Hence, the thriving city has a perfect selection of residential properties to accommodate its growing population. If you are new to Dubai and want to buy a new home, AMCA Properties will help you will all the details.
FAQs
Renting a property in Dubai depends on several factors like your timeline, documentation, and whether you’re being supported by a reputable real estate agency. AMCA Properties has helped many clients to find their rental property. After you’ve found your rental property, note that the easiest possible date to move in will be approximately five days from the date you sign the contract – By this time you need to register your Ejari, activate electricity and water services.
Ejari is a process that all tenants require to complete to register their tenancy contract. After signing the agreement, you’ll have to take it to an Ejari center with documents provided by your property consultant and there you need to pay a minimum fee of AED 215 + 5% VAT.
Once Ejari is completed, DEWA (Dubai Electricity and Water Authority) will send you a welcome SMS and email with your account and premises number, and a link to pay the security deposit. Once the security deposit is paid, electricity and water services will be activated within 24 hours.
Once you find your new rental property, you will need the documents listed below:
- Tenancy contract
- Cheque
Some communities and apartments will require move-in permit to ensure that the movers can access the road and common areas easily to reach your home. In some locations move-in permit is mandatory.