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On renewal, a Dubai landlord may raise the rent only by the band set in Decree No. 43 of 2013, according to how far the current rent sits below the RERA index average for similar units. Enter both to check.
The band depends on how far the rent is belowthe average, not on the market rise. A rent 20% below the average allows 5%, not 20%. The landlord must also give at least 90 days' notice before the lease ends to change the rent (Law No. 26 of 2007, Art. 14).
For study and general guidance only, not legal or property advice. Figures checked 12 Oct 2026 against Decree No. 43 of 2013 (rent increases). Rules change; confirm with the source before relying on a result.
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From 0% to 20% on renewal, depending on how far the rent is below the RERA index average (Decree No. 43 of 2013, Art. 1).
No increase is allowed: the first band covers rents up to 10% below the average.
At least 90 days before the lease expires (Law No. 26 of 2007, Art. 14).