Law 26/2007· Art. 16Rental Index· Sep 2026DEWA move-in guide
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15 OctCheque 2 of 4 · AED 13,000Email 7 days and 1 day before
22 OctAC repair visitEmail at 10:00, Dubai time
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I read: tenancy contract · 1 Nov 2026 – 31 Oct 2027 · AED 52,000 · 4 cheques
My home
- Tenancy contract
- DEWA bill · Sep 2026
- Letter from landlord
How much do I need on move-in day?
Expect about AED 21,680 on move-in day.
| Cheque 1 of 4 | 13,000 |
| Deposit 5% | 2,600 |
| Agent 5% + VAT | 2,730 |
| Ejari, DEWA, movers | 3,350 |
| Total, AED | 21,680 |
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Estimate
Usually your landlord — repairs that stop you using the home are on them.
Move-in checklist
To the agent · WhatsApp or email
Hi, would the landlord accept 6 cheques instead of 4? I can sign this week.
Cheque 2 of 4
15 Jan · AED 13,000
Remind you 7 days and 1 day before?
Is the agent asking AED 1,000 before a viewing a scam?
Red flag: never pay before you sign.