Common Types of Rental Disputes in Dubai

The most frequent situations we see are rent increases that a tenant believes go beyond the RERA Rental Index, maintenance issues where the property is not kept in a habitable condition, and eviction notices that may not meet the required notice rules.

Security deposits not returned, non-payment of rent, bounced rental cheques and early termination of the contract are also very common. In each of these, complete and well-organised documents help avoid delays.

Preparing Your Rental Dispute Claim

Before anything is submitted, we review your tenancy contract, check that it is registered with Ejari, and help you gather the supporting documents: payment records, cheque copies, notices and messages with the other party. We then type your claim in the required format and guide you through submitting it on the official channels.

Missing or incorrect documents are one of the most common reasons for delays, so careful preparation at this stage saves time later.

Eviction Notices

Eviction in Dubai must follow the rules set under the Dubai tenancy law, including specific notice periods and notices served through approved methods such as a notary public or registered mail. Common grounds include non-payment of rent, misuse of the property, or the owner needing the property for personal use.

For landlords, we help prepare notices and supporting documents in the correct format. For tenants who have received a notice, we explain what it means and help prepare documents if they wish to respond.

Rent Increase Disagreements

Landlords must follow the RERA Rental Index when increasing rent at renewal. If a tenant believes an increase goes beyond what is allowed, we help check the contract against the index and prepare the documents needed to raise the matter through the official process.

Non-Payment of Rent

Unpaid rent can cause real financial pressure for property owners. We help landlords organise payment records and cheque copies, prepare the required notices, and type the claim documents. We then keep them updated on progress through the official channels.

Tenancy Contract Termination

Disagreements often arise when one party wants to end the contract early, or when the two sides disagree on renewal terms. We review the contract terms, explain the notice requirements, and prepare the supporting documents for either party.

After a Decision Is Issued

Once the authority issues a decision, further official steps may be needed, for example to recover an amount awarded or to complete an eviction that has been approved. We help prepare and type the documents for these next steps and guide you through the official process.

Rules That Apply to Rental Disputes in Dubai

Rental relationships in Dubai are governed by the Dubai tenancy law and regulations issued by the Dubai Land Department. These set out the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants, including rent payments, maintenance, notice periods and how disputes are handled. We explain how these rules apply to your situation so you can make informed decisions.

How the Rental Dispute Process Works

The process is usually simple to follow. Both parties are first encouraged to settle the matter through discussion. If that does not work, a claim can be submitted to the Rental Dispute Center, where mediation is often attempted first.

If mediation does not lead to a settlement, the matter continues before the authority, which reviews the documents and issues a decision. Throughout, we help with preparation, typing, translation and follow-up. All decisions are made only by the authority.

Fees

There are two separate types of fees. Government fees are set by the authority, are often based on the annual rent, and are paid directly to the authority. Our professional fee covers consultation, document preparation and follow-up. It is quoted to you clearly before we start, with no hidden costs.

Why Choose SRK Corporate Services

Our office is in Riggat Al Buteen, Deira, and our team works with rental dispute documentation every day. We focus on clear explanations, careful preparation and regular updates, with one point of contact from your first message to the final update.

We are honest about what we can and cannot do: we never promise an outcome, because decisions are made by the authority.

Conclusion

Rental disagreements are a normal part of a busy property market. With the right documents and a clear understanding of the process, they become much easier to manage.

SRK Corporate Services L.L.C is a private consultancy licensed by Dubai Economy & Tourism. We provide document preparation, typing, translation and guidance for rental dispute matters. We are not a government entity, we are not affiliated with the Rental Dispute Center (RDC) or the Dubai Land Department (DLD), and we do not provide legal representation. Government fees are paid separately.