In Dubai, RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Agency) introduced Ejari to secure the rights of involved parties in a tenancy contract. To make the system more robust, DLD (Dubai Land Department) mandates the registration of all co-occupants of a property. Owners, tenants, developers and property management companies are liable to register their co-occupants on Ejari. Let’s find out how to register co-occupants on Ejari.
Co-Occupants Registration on Ejari
Ejari mandated the registration of co-occupants in Dubai to prevent illegal accommodation sharing in Dubai. It is required that the main occupant (whose name appears on the Ejari contract) register the co-occupants in the tenancy agreement. This rule is regardless of whether the property is owned or rented. You may want to check out these villas for sale in the UAE if you are searching for one.
Registering co-occupants is a step to improve a tenant’s lifestyle as they can use the Ejari Contract as proof of their identity after registration. The Dubai residents who sign a property contract must register their co-occupants on Ejari. Let’s take a look at the process of co-occupants registration on Ejari.
Step-by-Step Process of Co-Occupant Registration
You can register co-occupants on the Dubai REST App or the DLD website.
Process for Already Registered Users
If you’re already registered (via REST App or DLD Website):
- Proceed to the login screen.
- Select your role as ‘Individual’.
- Log in with UAE PASS (quickest option) or other available login methods.
- Authenticate yourself using the UAE PASS app.
- From the Dashboard, select your property (where you are an owner or tenant).
- Click Manage Co-occupants.
- Enter the number of co-occupants and submit. To add details:
- Click Add More.
- Enter the Emirates ID and Date of Birth of each co-occupant.
- Select Verify.
- To remove: click the delete icon and submit.
Process for New Users
If you are new to the system, you will first need to create your profile before adding co-occupants.
- Go to the login screen → Click Registration.
- Sign up with UAE PASS for quick registration.
- If you don’t have a UAE PASS, you can register using your Emirates ID or Residence Visa Number.
- Once registered, follow the steps above for existing users.
FAQs
What if the co-occupants have their Emirates ID under process?
The co-occupants who are still waiting for their Emirates ID are not considered residents of the UAE yet. For that reason, they will have to register as soon as they get their Emirates ID. Moreover, the law applies to all the co-occupants living on a property for more than 30 days.
What are the benefits of registering co-occupants on Ejari?
Once registration of co-occupants on Ejari is completed, the person can use the Ejari contract as proof of their identity. This way the co-occupant won’t be affected in case of an illegal accommodation crackdown in Dubai.
Is there a fee for co-occupant registration on Ejari?
No, the process for Ejari co-occupants registration is free of cost.
This is all about co-occupant registration on Ejari in Dubai. It takes no time to register all the co-occupants living in a property if you have their relevant details. In case of any queries or further information, you can contact DLD at info@dubailand.gov.ae or +971-8004488. Moreover, if your rental contract has been renewed, it is compulsory that you renew your Ejari contract as well.
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