Emaar is one of the renowned real estate development companies in Dubai. Their high-end residential communities and mixed-used developments are a significant addition to the Emirate.
Emaar, one of the master developers, has streamlined all their processes. Therefore, tenants and homeowners need to follow their stated rules and regulations. Similarly, when it comes to moving in or out of any Emaar’s residential units, one has to obtain move permits.
A move-in permit is required before shifting to any of the Emaar’s property and a move-out permit is required before leaving.
Today, we are going to discuss the purpose of the Emaar move-in and move-out permit, how you can apply for it and other important aspects.
PURPOSE OF THE EMAAR MOVE-IN AND MOVE-OUT PERMITS
In 2013, obtaining a move-in and move-out permit was made mandatory by the master developers in Dubai. Since then Emaar also issues move permits in either cases. The purpose of the Emaar move-in and move-out permits are as follows:
- To avoid any dispute between tenants and landlords in the future.
- Maintain a record of all the residents’ contact information living in any of the Emaar’s communities.
- In case of emergency, community management can easily contact any resident with special needs if assistance is required.
- To ensure new residents’ hassle-free access into the community.
- If any move takes place in the community, the management can inspect the site to record and fix the damages (if any).
- To make sure that the landlord has paid all the service fees prior to the tenant moving out or in.
Obtaining a move-in and move-out permit from Emaar is easy. Below we have detailed the steps on how to apply for either of the two Emaar permits.
HOW TO OBTAIN THE EMAAR MOVE-IN AND MOVE-OUT PERMITS?
Emaar move-in permit is required when you are moving in any of their residential projects. Similarly, obtaining an Emaar move-out permit is mandatory when shifting out. Tenants, landlords and holiday home operators can apply for the permits.
Here’s how to obtain the Emaar move in and move out permits:
- Apply for Emaar move permits via Emaar One app (Android|iOS )
- Apply via Emaar Community Management (ECM) website through the Sakani portal
All tenants and homeowners in different Emaar communities can conveniently manage their property on-the-go via the Emaar One app. They can also raise requests for access cards, book amenities, pay for services, manage home services and more.
Besides, Sakani is a complete residential community management portal for Emaar. It is a user-friendly web-based portal through which Emaar property tenants and home buyers can request services and manage them as well.
HOW TO APPLY FOR EMAAR MOVE-IN PERMIT
For an Emaar move-in permit, you must apply using the Emaar One app or the Sakani portal at least 24 hours prior to the move-in date.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR EMAAR MOVE-IN PERMIT
Here is the list of documents required from tenants to complete their move-in permit application:
- Ejari – Tenancy contract
- Emirates ID or National ID in case tenant is a GCC national
- Passport along with visa page (in case of expats only)
Holiday home operator applying for Emaar move-in permit are required to submit the following documents:
- Ejari
- Tourism licence of the company
- Dubai tourism unit permit
- Emirates ID or passport with visa page
Landlords applying for move-in permits are not required to submit any documents, they can login using their credentials and apply.
STEPS TO APPLY FOR EMAAR MOVE-IN PERMIT
Tenants and holiday home operators will be required to follow the given steps when applying for their move-in permit:
- Select the master community, its sub community, building name/number and the unit number
- Enter contract number, cell phone number, occupant full name, nationality
- Provide tenancy contract start and end date
- Enter Emirates ID number
- Provide visa or Emirates ID expiry date
- Move-in date
- Number of adults and children moving in the property
- Mention if there are occupants with special needs
- Submit the above-mentioned documents
Besides, if you have not applied for Ejari, you can easily apply for it at the time of submitting the required documents. This option is embedded on the Sakani portal. It is worthwhile to note that Ejari Tenancy Contract is an important and mandatory requirement when you rent a villa in Dubai or an apartment in any residential unit other than Emaar.
In case of outstanding community service fees of any unit, applicants will be notified when they select the ‘unit number’ in the form. They can either ask their landlord to settle the fees or visit their nearest ECM office to apply for a move-in permit.
HOW TO APPLY FOR EMAAR MOVE-OUT PERMIT
When you are moving out from any of the Emaar’s residential developments, apply for the Emaar move-out permit at least 24 hours prior to the move date. You can apply for a move-out permit either from Emaar One app or via Emaar Community Portal powered by Sakani.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED TO APPLY FOR EMAAR MOVE-OUT PERMIT
To complete the Emaar move-out permit application, you need to submit Ejari and Emirates ID (GCC national) or visa (expatriate).
A move-out permit from Emaar is mandatory to keep contact details safe for any future need (in case of emergency). ECM keeps the information confidential in the database. Emaar move-out permit is issued based on the information provided.
Make sure to provide accurate information and submit all required documents to receive move-in and move-out permit from Emaar on time.
For more details related to Emaar move permits, you can call at their toll free number 800-36227.
Besides, those interested in buying a villa in Dubai, apartment or a townhouse in one of Emaar’s communities can choose from the following list of their developed communities:
- Downtown Dubai
- Emaar South
- Emaar Beachfront
- Dubai Hills Estate
- Arabian Ranches
- Arabian Ranches III
- Dubai Creek Harbour
- Dubai Marina
- The Valley
Emaar has streamlined rules and processes to ensure all tenants’ and landlords’ rights and interests are well protected. Making move-out and move-in permits mandatory is in line with their many initiatives to minimise conflicts and keep a record of all occupants residing in each residential unit. Similarly, if you are moving in or out from Dubai Properties, you have to obtain Dubai Properties’ move-in and move-out permit.
Besides, those moving in or out from the property should create a home moving checklist, so that they don’t miss out on any important task. For a more hassle-free move, you can contact home moving companies in Dubai.
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