GUIDE
How many days before moving should I set up DEWA and everything else?
Timeline
7 to 14 days before
- Start Ejari
- Ask building management for the move-in checklist
- Confirm the cooling and gas providers
- Check internet availability
- Provisionally book movers
5 to 7 days before
- Pay DEWA once Ejari is issued
- Register cooling and gas, and book any inspections
- Apply for the move-in permit, and reserve the lift and slot
2 to 3 days before
- Chase anything pending
- Confirm the permit, movers, lift, key collection and installation dates
- Arrange cleaning, and check repairs are being done
1 day before
- Electricity, water and cooling are working (don't assume payment means it's on)
- Security has your move-in approval
Allow extra time if
- Documents are missing or details are wrong
- The previous tenant's accounts or Ejari aren't closed
- It's a new building needing first connections
- You're moving at month-end, on a weekend or around public holidays
Short on time?
Start everything today, in parallel, and don't book the moving truck until the utilities and permit are confirmed.
Common questions
How long before moving should I contact DEWA?
As soon as your Ejari is issued. Connection takes up to 15 working hours after payment.
Can I set everything up in less than a week?
Often, yes, if you run everything in parallel and documents are ready.
Sources
More After signing your contract guides
- In what order should I arrange Ejari, DEWA, cooling, gas, internet and my move-in permit?
- Which tenancy documents, receipts and photographs should I keep?
- I've signed my tenancy contract. What do I do next?
- What is a Makani number, and how do I find mine?
- Who is my main contact after the tenancy contract is signed?