CAN TENANTS SUBLET RENTAL PROPERTIES IN DUBAI?

Even though some people may see subletting a property they rent as perfectly acceptable, it may not always be legal. So, is it illegal to sublet a property in Dubai? If not, how can you do it the right way? Let’s discuss the legal approach, as well as the practices you should avoid when subletting in Dubai’s property market.

When a property is rented, the landlord or the owner presents a tenancy agreement on which both the parties involved declare their terms and conditions of the tenancy. Having a valid Ejari certificate doesn’t qualify a tenant to sublet the property, without the legal permission from the landlord / owner.

If and when a landlord finds out that their tenants are subletting the property without prior permission, it is considered a violation of the tenancy agreement which can lead to serious legal issues. However, if the landlord has to raise an inquiry on that, they have to collect enough evidence such as witnesses, utility bills and other records to file a case with the Rental Dispute Settlement Centre. With enough evidence, the landlord then can legally evict the tenants and the subtenants ending the tenancy contract. 

However, with the proper documentation, the tenants get the legal approval from the landlord to sublet. By following proper registration procedures, the Dubai Land Department will recognize the subletting at all instances throughout the contract.

So, as a conclusion, subletting is a possible option in Dubai’s property market, but the Dubai Land Department is very keen in making sure every transaction is legally sound. In this way every party that is involved gets the full protection of the law. As much as it is competitive and fast-paced, Dubai makes sure that transparency is present in every transaction that takes place.

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