The new scheme offers tenants flexible payment options for rent, including monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual instalments, helping to reduce financial pressure.
Dubai Land Department has introduced a new “Flexi Rent” payment plan, offering tenants greater flexibility in how they pay rent as part of efforts to build a more adaptable and sustainable real estate market.
The initiative allows tenants to choose from a range of payment options, including monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual instalments, instead of traditional fixed schedules.
The scheme is designed to improve customer experience in Dubai’s rental sector, while participating developers may also offer additional incentives and value-added packages on a case-by-case basis.
Eligibility for the Flexi Rent scheme currently applies to residents and investors dealing with participating developers.
So far, the Dubai Land Department has partnered with 12 real estate developers, and tenants or buyers linked to these developers can opt into the flexible payment plans. This also includes individuals looking to invest in properties offered by the participating developers.
The participating developers include Wasl Properties, Deyaar Property Management, Dubai World Real Estate, Modern Real Estate, Dubai Investment Real Estate, SBK Real Estate, Rocky Real Estate, SRG Properties, Harbor Real Estate, Driven Properties, and Al Showaib Real Estate.
How to apply
Residents will be informed about the new system by their respective real estate companies, according to Khalid Al Shaibani of the Dubai Land Department.
The developers themselves will implement the Flexi Rent model for eligible or vacant units, handling tenancy contracts, payments, and related data through approved systems. They will also inform tenants about available flexible payment options and ensure compliance with Dubai’s regulations.
Will rent change?
The overall rent amount will remain the same, but payments will be split differently depending on the chosen plan. For example, a quarterly payment of around Dh20,000 could be converted into monthly payments of about Dh5,000, helping ease financial pressure.
In some cases, if tenants wish to switch payment schedules—such as from quarterly cheques to monthly payments—any previously applicable change fees may be waived.
Can the payment plan be changed?
Yes. Tenants can switch between payment options, such as moving from quarterly to monthly instalments.
How payments can be made
Eligible tenants can pay through debit cards, credit cards, or cheques, depending on the arrangement with the developer.
