Dubai Rent Increase Calculator
Check the most your Dubai landlord can raise the rent at renewal, from your rent and the RERA index average (Decree 43 of 2013).
How it's calculated
In Dubai, how much a landlord may raise the rent at renewal is set by Decree No. 43 of 2013 and depends on how your rent compares with the average rent for similar units in the RERA rental index (Dubai Land Department):
| Your rent compared with the average | Maximum increase |
|---|---|
| Up to 10% below | No increase |
| 11% to 20% below | 5% |
| 21% to 30% below | 10% |
| 31% to 40% below | 15% |
| More than 40% below | 20% |
The percentage applies to your current rent. A rent at or above the average can't be raised. Either side who wants to change the rent must give notice at least 90 days before the contract ends.
Find the average for your unit with the official DLD rental index (Smart Rental Index, updated yearly), and treat this calculator as a guide: the DLD result and the Rental Dispute Centre are the authorities. Where your rent falls between two whole-number bands (for example 10.5% below), this calculator uses the next band.
Source: Decree No. (43) of 2013 Determining Rent Increase for Real Property in the Emirate of Dubai, Art. 1 · Spotted a wrong figure? Report it
Frequently asked questions
Where do I find the average rent?
In the Dubai Land Department's rental index (the Smart Rental Index), on the DLD website or the Dubai REST app. Use the average for a similar unit in the same building or area, for a full year.
How much notice must my landlord give?
At least 90 days before the contract ends, for any change to the terms, including the rent. Without that notice the contract renews on the same terms.
Does this apply to new contracts?
No. The cap applies to renewals with the same tenant. For a new contract, the landlord and tenant agree the rent freely.