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How does Keyper's monthly rent work?

By JJay Ellis ·Checked against official sources· Updated October 2026Follow @getsetl.ae

How it works

  1. Apply with your tenancy details and income verification.
  2. Keyper pays your landlord under the agreed arrangement.
  3. You repay monthly with a UAE-issued credit or local debit card (not American Express).

Eligibility (as published)

  • Minimum monthly income: AED 8,500
  • Annual rent: AED 30,000 to 400,000
  • Residential homes in Dubai only
  • Freelancers, business owners and new residents reviewed case by case

Documents

  • Emirates ID and passport
  • Income: connect your bank, or 3 months of statements
  • Tenancy contract, title deed and landlord verification (your agent usually helps)

Costs

  • A digital management fee with your first payment
  • Late payments: a fee after failed retries, published as AED 1,000 plus AED 100 per day, capped at AED 3,000
  • Not covered: agency commission and utility deposits
  • Your security deposit is included in the first payment

Credit score

Applying doesn't affect your score. Once active, payments are reported to the AECB: on time helps, late hurts.

Criteria and fees change, so confirm everything in your personal offer before signing.

Common questions

Is Keyper regulated?

Property Finder states Keyper is regulated by the ADGM Financial Services Authority.

Can I use Keyper outside Dubai?

Its published Rent in 12 terms cover residential homes in Dubai only.

Sources

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