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Dubai Rent Increase Calculator
Check the maximum rent increase allowed at renewal under the DLD rental index rules.
Quick answer: A Dubai landlord can raise the rent at renewal only if the current rent is more than 10% below the average for similar properties in the Dubai Land Department (DLD) rental index. The increase is capped at 5%, 10%, 15% or 20% depending on the gap, under Decree No. 43 of 2013, and must be notified at least 90 days before the contract ends. Enter your current rent and the index average below to see the maximum new rent.
Estimates only, based on published DLD and UAE Central Bank rules as of October 2026. Confirm figures before you commit.
Dubai rent increase rules (Decree No. 43 of 2013)
| How far your rent is below the index average | Maximum increase |
|---|---|
| Up to 10% | No increase |
| 11% to 20% | 5% |
| 21% to 30% | 10% |
| 31% to 40% | 15% |
| More than 40% | 20% |
How to use it
- Find the average rent for your property in the DLD’s official rental index, in the Dubai REST app or on the DLD website.
- Enter your current annual rent and that average above.
- Check the maximum permitted new rent. The landlord must give at least 90 days’ written notice before the contract expires, or the increase can’t apply to that renewal.
Disputes go to the Rental Disputes Centre. Read more in what Ejari is, the landlord checklist and our Dubai renting guide.
Frequently asked questions
How much can a landlord increase rent in Dubai?
Between 0% and 20%, depending on how far the current rent is below the DLD rental index average for similar properties. If the gap is 10% or less, no increase is allowed.
How much notice must a landlord give for a rent increase in Dubai?
At least 90 days before the tenancy contract expires, unless the contract says otherwise. Without valid notice, the increase does not apply to that renewal.
Where do I find the average rent for my property?
In the DLD rental index, available through the Dubai REST app and the Dubai Land Department website.
What if my landlord asks for more than the allowed increase?
You can negotiate using the index result. If you can’t agree, you can file a case with the Rental Disputes Centre.