Becoming a landlord in Dubai
You want to rent your property – what's next? Before you start looking for a tenant, here are a few points to consider.
Dubai is a prime market for real estate investment, and becoming a landlord comes with many advantages, including strong rental yields and tax-free income. However, there are specific rules and laws that govern the relationship between landlords and tenants in Dubai. Make sure you're familiar with Dubai Landlord and Tenant Law to avoid any legal complications, and work with a professional agency like haus & haus to help you navigate the process smoothly.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you're a UAE resident, you'll need to provide the Title Deed of the property, your passport or Emirates ID, and a signed Form A provided by your agent (this document outlines the property details, marketing sales price, commission, service charges, etc). If you're not a resident, you can provide a copy of your passport as your identification.
In some cases there's a Power of Attorney (POA) involved – this is when a person is given the authority to sign on behalf of the owner. In this scenario, you would need the official POA document as well as their passport copy, Emirates ID, and visa.
If the property is under a company name, you'll need the company's Trade License and the signatory's documents – passport, Emirates ID, and visa.
By working exclusively with one agency, you'll have a dedicated point of contact throughout the entire process – no need to jump between calls and message multiple agents. This streamlined approach will make it a lot easier for you as a landlord to stay on top of the latest updates throughout the process and beyond.
There's a common misconception that working with many companies is the only way to get major exposure. The truth is, if you go with an agency with an extensive database of tenants, your property will be posted on major channels and targeted towards the relevant networks – with a dedicated marketing strategy and an area specialist supporting you along the way.
Once you sign your tenancy contract, you'll need to consider how you want to manage the ongoing maintenance and administration of your property. The amount of time and effort involved in Property Management can vary depending on factors like your tenants' expectations and potential maintenance issues.
As a landlord, you need to be prepared to manage unexpected issues and emergency scenarios. A professional Property Management service can help take
A good management company will be experienced in dealing with a large number of issues. They typically have a network of reputable professionals offering a wide range of services and will be able to communicate with the tenant on your behalf.
For landlords who have more than one property or live overseas, having this kind of ongoing support is worth the investment. Even if you only have one property, leaving the management to an expert will help to make your role as a landlord a lot less stressful.
Client testimonials
Hear from our satisfied clients who have experienced exceptional service with haus & haus:
More ReviewsLeonard Fitzgerald
6 August 2026
From start to finish Haus & Haus we're brilliant to deal with. responsive, patient and attentive. Had worked with a few different agencies but Haus and Haus really stood out, special shout out to Johnaton who made the whole experience seamless!
Oksana Sakharova
6 August 2026
Had a great experience working with Aryan Bash, he is a very professional agent, polite and trustworthy. He knows Mag City really well and we qwas a pleasure to deal with. Highly recommended.
Carver Mariner
6 August 2026
Izzy went out of her way to provide what we needed and always responded quickly. No matter what side of the table you are on, buyer or seller, you want Izzy.
