Ejari Renewal Online Process Dubai 2026

Why Ejari renewal matters in 2026

Every tenant in Dubai must hold a valid Ejari contract registered with the Dubai Land Department. Without it, you cannot get DEWA connections, open a bank account, or sponsor family visas. The 2026 process stays fully online through the RERA portal, so you can complete it from anywhere in the emirate.

Who needs to renew and when

Renew at least 30 days before your current contract ends. If you miss the deadline, you pay a late fee of AED 100 per month and risk issues with your residency visa. Both fixed-term and rolling contracts follow the same online path.

Documents you need in 2026

• Emirates ID or valid passport copy of the tenant
• Current Ejari contract PDF
• Tenancy contract signed by landlord and tenant
• DEWA bill from the last three months
• Security deposit receipt (if paying through the portal)

Scans must be clear and under 5 MB each. No physical visit to DLD is required unless the system flags an error.

Step-by-step online renewal

Log into the RERA Ejari portal with your Emirates ID or UAE Pass. Select “Renew Ejari”, enter the property details, and upload the new signed contract. Pay the renewal fee of AED 215 plus 5 % VAT. The system issues a new Ejari number instantly once payment clears. Download the certificate and forward it to DEWA to keep utilities active.

Common mistakes and how to avoid them

• Using an expired Emirates ID, which blocks payment
• Uploading an unsigned contract, triggering manual review and delays
• Forgetting to update the new rent amount if it changed, leading to future disputes

Double-check every field before you pay. The portal does not allow edits after submission.

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