Eviction Notice Requirements Dubai 2026 | E-Notary Dubai

The Most Common Landlord Mistake in Dubai: Invalid Eviction Notice

Every week, landlords in Dubai lose months of time and thousands of dirhams because they served an eviction notice incorrectly. The notice looked fine, was delivered to the tenant — but it was not served by an authorized method, making it legally void.

• →Registered Mail with acknowledgment of receipt — postal service only

What Methods Are Valid for Serving an Eviction Notice in Dubai?

Under Article 25 of Law No. 33 of 2008, an eviction notice in Dubai can only be served through one of two methods:

• →Sale of the property: 12 months' notice

Required Notice Periods by Reason for Eviction

Notary Public (كاتب العدل) — the most reliable and legally airtight methodRegistered Mail with acknowledgment of receipt — postal service onlyAny other method — WhatsApp, email, regular courier, verbal notice, even certified courier — is NOT a valid eviction notice in Dubai. The Rent Disputes Settlement Centre (RDC) will reject a case based on an invalidly served notice.

• →Personal use by landlord or first-degree relative: 12 months' notice

Why Choose Notary Public Over Registered Mail?

If you serve an eviction notice by WhatsApp, email, or any unauthorized method, the tenant can challenge it at RDC. The case will be dismissed. You must re-serve the notice correctly — and the notice period starts from zero again. This can cost you 12 months of waiting time.

• →Demolition or major renovation requiring evacuation: 12 months' notice

What Happens if You Serve an Invalid Notice?

• →Non-payment of rent: 30 days' notice (after formal demand)

Frequently Asked Questions

• →Breach of tenancy contract: 30 days' notice