Every year, the municipality imposes the Dubai Municipality Housing Fee, which is collected by DEWA. The preservation of public parks, pollution and waste management, food safety, cleanliness, and security are all supported by this tax. This cost is an essential component of living in Dubai, regardless of whether you’re purchasing a villa or renting an apartment.
The maintenance of the city’s excellent infrastructure is greatly aided by the Dubai Municipality housing charge. The money received is utilized for:
– Parks, green spaces, and public infrastructure are examples of city beautification.
– Road and Transportation Improvements: Roads, bus stops, and Dubai Metro stations.
– Public services include city maintaining, emergency response, and street lighting.
This charge guarantees that Dubai will continue to be a desirable location for investors, visitors, and locals.
What is the Dubai Municipality Housing Fee?
The cost, which is paid in monthly installments, is 5% of the property’s yearly rent. For instance, your housing charge will be AED 2,500 year, or about AED 208 per month, if your rent is AED 50,000 per year.
The housing charge must be paid by any foreigner living in Dubai. The charge is the tenant’s responsibility if the property is rented. The homeowner is responsible for paying the fee if the property is unoccupied. Note that this fee is only applicable to expats; UAE citizens are not subject to it.
How Do You Pay the Housing Fee?
Your monthly DEWA bill automatically includes the DEWA housing charge. There is no need for you to pay separately. The payment process is easy to follow:
Examine your DEWA bill; the fee is included under the “Dubai Municipality Fee” line item.
Pay Your DEWA Bill: You can use an authorized payment facility, the DEWA website, or the DEWA mobile app.
Keep an eye on your payments to make sure your fee is correct and reflects any recent modifications to the rental agreement.
How to Modify Your DEWA Bills?
To make sure your DEWA bill shows the correct housing charge, you must update this information with the Dubai Municipality if your rent has changed, either by an increase or a decrease, or if the average rental value of your property has changed.
Collect the necessary documents:
- Valid tenancy agreement,
- updated Ejari certificate,
- Emirates ID
- Go to the Service Center or Dubai Municipality Online Portal.
- Use the official website to submit a request for a fee adjustment.
- Await Confirmation: The request will be processed by the municipality, and your subsequent DEWA bill will reflect the modifications.
