Dubai Rent Increase Calculator (RERA Index)

See the maximum legal rent increase allowed under Dubai's RERA rental index rules.

Your current annual rentAEDRERA index average for similar unitsAED

—maximum legal increase

—% below RERA index

—maximum new rent

Estimates only — not legal advice. Based on Decree No. 43 of 2013 RERA rental index bands (max 20% increase). Landlord must also give 90 days' notice. Source: Dubai Land Department.

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About the Dubai Rent Increase Calculator

Dubai landlords can only raise rent within limits set by Decree No. 43 of 2013, based on how far your current rent sits below the RERA rental index average for similar units in your area. The further below market your rent is, the more your landlord is allowed to raise it — but never more than 20%.

How it works

Calculate how far your current rent is below the RERA index average: % below market = (index average − current rent) ÷ index average.
Apply the matching band:
- Within 10% of market: 0% increase allowed
- 11-20% below market: up to 5%
- 21-30% below market: up to 10%
- 31-40% below market: up to 15%
- More than 40% below market: up to 20% (the maximum)

Assumptions and behaviour

Uses the official RERA rental index bands under Decree No. 43 of 2013.
You'll need the RERA index average for your unit type/area, available via the Dubai Land Department's rental index tool — this calculator doesn't fetch it automatically.
Assumes standard 90-day notice has been (or will be) given, as required before any increase takes effect.

Limitations

Doesn't fetch the live RERA index value — you supply it manually.
Doesn't check whether proper 90-day written notice was given, which is required regardless of the percentage.
Estimates only — not legal advice. Confirm with RERA or the Dubai Land Department for a dispute.

Privacy

The calculation runs entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded or stored.

Frequently asked questions

Is this rent increase calculator free?

Yes — free, no sign-up, no limits, runs in your browser.

What's the maximum rent increase allowed in Dubai?

20% — only if your current rent is more than 40% below the RERA rental index average for comparable units.

Where do I find the RERA index average for my unit?

The Dubai Land Department publishes a rental index calculator/tool where you can look up the average rent for similar units in your building or area.

How much notice does my landlord need to give?

At least 90 days' written notice before the tenancy contract expires, regardless of the increase percentage.

Is my data uploaded?

No. Everything runs locally in your browser; nothing is sent or stored.

What if my landlord raises the rent more than the RERA index allows?

An increase above the legal band isn't enforceable. If your landlord won't correct it, you can file a case with Dubai's Rental Dispute Settlement Centre (RDSC), which handles landlord-tenant disputes including unlawful rent increases.

Written by Lakshay Kumar(TechLakshay)

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Last updated: August 22, 2026