Dubai Tenancy Contract Generator
Create a Dubai tenancy contract online using the Dubai Land Department unified format. Enter the tenant, landlord, property, rent and payment details, and the tool builds a clean draft, shows what is still missing, and gives you an Ejari readiness score before you sign. Download the result as a PDF or a Word file.
- Built on the DLD unified contract structure
- Residential and commercial
- No sign-up to start
- Free readiness and rejection-risk check
What a Dubai tenancy contract is
A Dubai tenancy contract is the rental agreement between a landlord and a tenant for a property in Dubai. It records the parties, the property, the term, the rent and payment schedule, the security deposit, and who is responsible for what. The Dubai Land Department publishes a unified tenancy contract format, and the signed contract is the basis for Ejari registration.
Signing the contract and registering Ejari are two separate steps. You sign the contract first. You then register it through Ejari so it is recorded with the DLD. That registration is what most tenants need for DEWA activation, for visa and residence steps, and as proof of a legal tenancy.
How to create a Dubai tenancy contract
The tool moves through four stages. Fill what you know at each stage and keep going even if some details are missing. Anything you skip is added to a checklist so you can complete it before signing.
| Stage | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Start | Choose what you already have, your role, and whether the property is residential or commercial. |
| 2. Contract details | Enter the property, the parties, the term dates, the annual rent, the payment schedule, and the deposit. |
| 3. Protection | Set who pays for DEWA, cooling, and maintenance, and add optional clauses such as early termination or a pets policy. |
| 4. Ready | Review the draft, see your readiness score and any risks, then download the PDF or Word file. |
Information and documents you will need
| Item | Who it is for |
|---|---|
| Tenant full name and Emirates ID | Tenant |
| Landlord or lessor name, and Power of Attorney if a representative signs | Landlord side |
| Trade license | Company tenant or landlord |
| Property details: area, building, unit, Makani, DEWA premise number, title deed | Property |
| Annual rent, number of cheques, payment dates, and security deposit | Rent and payment |
You can still build a draft without every item. The tool marks anything missing and tells you when a field should be completed before signing or registration.
Where to find each field
A few official fields confuse first-time tenants. Here is what each one means and where to find it.
| Field | What it is and where to find it |
|---|---|
| Makani number | A 10-digit location number used in Dubai. Find it on the title deed, at the building entrance, in the Makani app, or in landlord and agent documents. |
| DEWA premise number | Identifies the utility connection for the unit. Find it on a DEWA bill or on the meter. You need it to activate electricity and water after signing. |
| Title deed | The DLD ownership document for the property. Ask the landlord or agent. It helps you confirm the real owner before you pay a deposit. |
| Plot and unit number | The plot identifies the land, the unit identifies your apartment or space. Both appear on property and building documents. |
| Lessor name | The legal owner or the party authorised to lease. It should match the title deed, or a Power of Attorney should explain any difference. |
Tenancy contract vs Ejari: what happens after you sign
Once both parties sign, the next step is registration. In Dubai that means Ejari. The usual order is straightforward.
| Step | Detail |
|---|---|
| 1. Sign the contract | Both landlord and tenant sign the tenancy contract. |
| 2. Prepare Ejari documents | Unified contract, Emirates ID, title deed details, and a Power of Attorney if a representative acts for the landlord. |
| 3. Register Ejari | Submit through the Dubai REST app, Dubai Now, or a Real Estate Services Trustee centre. |
| 4. Receive the certificate | You get the Ejari registration record, which you use for DEWA and other steps. |
Ejari registration has an official fee set by the Dubai Land Department and its approved channels. The amount can change, so confirm the current fee on the official DLD or Ejari channel before you register. Useful official pages: DLD register or renew Ejari and DLD Ejari templates.
Common mistakes that cause Ejari rejection
- Party names on the contract do not match the Emirates ID or the title deed.
- Missing Emirates ID, or a representative signs without a Power of Attorney.
- Wrong or missing property identifiers such as Makani, DEWA premise number, or title deed.
- A previous Ejari on the same unit was not cancelled.
- Start and end dates do not line up, or the rent and cheque totals do not match.
The tool checks each of these and marks them Low, Medium, or High so you can fix them before you submit.
Download your draft as PDF or Word
At the Ready stage you can download the draft as a PDF or an editable Word file, or copy the text. Review it with the other party, complete any missing fields, and sign before you register through Ejari.
What your contract looks like
Here is a sample of the draft the tool produces. Your own version fills in your details, and you download it as a PDF or Word file to review and sign.
Frequently asked questions
How do I create a tenancy contract in Dubai?
Enter the tenant, landlord, property, rent and payment details into the generator above. It builds a draft on the DLD unified format, shows what is missing, and lets you download a PDF or Word file to review and sign.
Can I make my own tenancy agreement in Dubai?
Yes. A landlord and tenant can prepare a tenancy contract themselves using the DLD unified format. To make it official for DEWA and residence steps, you then register it through Ejari.
Is a tenancy contract the same as Ejari?
No. The tenancy contract is the signed agreement. Ejari is the DLD registration of that contract. You sign the contract first, then register Ejari.
What documents do I need to create a Dubai tenancy contract?
Tenant Emirates ID, landlord or lessor details, the property details including Makani and DEWA premise number, the rent and payment schedule, and the deposit. A trade license is needed for a company, and a Power of Attorney if a representative signs.
How much does Ejari cost?
Ejari registration has an official fee set by the Dubai Land Department and its approved registration channels. The amount can change, so check the current fee on the official DLD or Ejari channel before you register.
Can I rent without Ejari?
You can sign a tenancy contract, but Ejari registration is what most tenants need to activate DEWA, complete visa and residence steps, and prove a legal tenancy. Registering protects both sides if a dispute arises.
Do I need an Emirates ID for the contract?
You can start a draft without it, and the tool will mark it as missing. An Emirates ID is normally required to complete Ejari registration, so add it before you register.