Ejari on DubaiNow: Tenants and Landlords Can Now Register, Renew and Cancel Contracts in One App

Ejari on DubaiNow lets Dubai tenants and landlords register, renew and cancel tenancy contracts through one digital platform, and pay the DEWA security deposit in the same process.

Moving house in Dubai has long meant juggling several platforms: one to register the tenancy, another to activate power and water. The Dubai Land Department (DLD) has now brought those steps together. On Monday, November 2, 2026, it announced the launch of an enhanced Ejari service through the DubaiNow app, so customers can manage their tenancy contracts and related services on one government platform.

Ejari on DubaiNow at a Glance

• Announced: Monday, November 2, 2026, by the Dubai Land Department
• Where: the DubaiNow app
• What you can do: register, renew and cancel Ejari tenancy contracts
• Certificate: issued immediately after the contract is approved
• Login for renewals and cancellations: UAE PASS
• Extra: pay the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) security deposit and activate services in the same process

1. Register a Tenancy Contract With Ejari on DubaiNow

Ejari registration, the first formal step of a Dubai tenancy, now happens in the same app as the rest of the process. Under the new system, customers can create and register tenancy contracts through one digital process. The Ejari certificate is issued immediately after the contract is approved. Ejari is Dubai's official system for registering rental contracts, and the Dubai Land Department runs it.

2. Renew or Cancel Your Contract Using UAE PASS

Landlords and tenants can also renew or cancel contracts digitally using UAE PASS. The DLD says this reduces the need to move between multiple platforms while improving security and transparency. If you do not have UAE PASS yet, read our guide to the digital Emirates ID, which explains how it works. Thinking of ending a lease early? See our guide to Dubai rental contract early termination.

3. Pay Your DEWA Security Deposit Through DubaiNow

The enhanced Ejari service allows customers to pay their DEWA security deposit directly through the DubaiNow app. That lets tenants activate electricity and water services for their property as part of the same digital process, which reduces the time and effort needed when moving into a new home. For the deposit amounts and other upfront costs, see our guide to Dubai moving costs.

4. Three Agencies Behind Ejari on DubaiNow

The initiative is part of ongoing cooperation between the DLD, DEWA and Digital Dubai to connect government services and simplify the customer experience. Background on Dubai's digital services is available from Digital Dubai.

What Officials Said About Ejari on DubaiNow

Mohammed Ali Al Badwawi, CEO of the Real Estate Registration Sector at the DLD, said the enhancement is another step towards simplifying real estate transactions. "The launch of the enhanced Ejari service through DubaiNow represents another milestone in the evolution of Dubai's digital real estate services," he said. He added that the initiative would accelerate service delivery, enhance transparency and give customers a secure digital experience.

Marwan Bin Haidar, Executive Vice President of Innovation and the Future at DEWA, said the integration would make it easier for customers to complete utility procedures alongside their tenancy registration. Paying security deposits and activating electricity and water through the same platform, he explained, would streamline procedures and cut the time needed to complete transactions.

Dubai's Rental Market and Ejari on DubaiNow

The launch comes amid continued activity in Dubai's rental market. In the first quarter of 2026, rental contracts in the emirate reached about Dh32.2 billion, with 118,385 new contracts and 135,607 renewals registered.

The Policies Behind Ejari on DubaiNow

The enhanced service supports the Dubai Government's Services 360 policy, which aims to provide integrated digital services that reduce the need for customers to complete separate procedures across different government entities. It also aligns with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 and the Dubai Digital Strategy, which focus on improving government efficiency and expanding digital services.

According to the DLD, the continued development of Ejari is intended to make rental procedures more accessible while protecting the rights of landlords and tenants and strengthening transparency across Dubai's real estate

Ejari on DubaiNow FAQs

What is Ejari on DubaiNow?

It is the enhanced Ejari service launched by the Dubai Land Department through the DubaiNow app, which lets tenants and landlords register, renew and cancel tenancy contracts on one platform.

When does an Ejari certificate arrive with Ejari on DubaiNow?

The certificate is issued immediately after the contract is approved.

Can I pay my DEWA deposit through Ejari on DubaiNow?

Yes. Customers can pay the DEWA security deposit through the DubaiNow app and activate electricity and water services in the same process.

Do I need UAE PASS for Ejari on DubaiNow?

The report says renewals and cancellations are done digitally using UAE PASS.

Conclusion: Why Ejari on DubaiNow Matters for Dubai Renters

Ejari on DubaiNow turns several separate steps into one digital process, from registering a lease to switching on electricity and water. The DLD says it will speed up services and strengthen transparency. The next details to watch are the fees, the screens in the app and whether older channels stay open.