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How much does Ejari cost in Dubai?
Ejari fees at a glance
| Channel | Total | Breakdown |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai REST app or DLD website | AED 177.75 | AED 100 registration + AED 10 knowledge fee + AED 10 innovation fee + AED 55 service partner fee + AED 2.75 VAT |
| Trustee (typing) centre | AED 220 | AED 100 registration + AED 10 knowledge fee + AED 10 innovation fee + AED 95 service partner fee + VAT |
| setl, 100% online | AED 299 | Government fees (AED 177.75), setl service fee and VAT, with document checks and WhatsApp support |
Who pays the Ejari fee?
The tenant usually pays, unless your contract or another written agreement says the landlord will. Check your contract before paying, and don't pay twice if your agent has already collected it.
Agents and online services
If an agent or company registers it for you, ask for a breakdown showing the official fee and any service charge. Instant online services typically charge AED 300 to 350.
When you pay
In the app, you pay when you submit. With setl, you only pay after we've checked your documents. Either way, payment alone doesn't mean registration is complete: you're done when the certificate is issued.
Common questions
Who pays for Ejari, the tenant or landlord?
Usually the tenant, unless the contract says the landlord pays.
Why is the typing centre more expensive than the app?
The service partner fee is higher at trustee centres: AED 95 plus VAT, compared with AED 55 plus VAT online.
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