Can I sublease or Airbnb my Dubai apartment?
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Can my landlord evict me during the tenancy contract?
No — under Article 25 of Dubai Tenancy Law (Law 33 of 2008), a landlord can only evict mid-contract for specific grounds: non-payment after 30 days' notice, subletting without permission, using the property illegally, or causing damage. Personal reasons such as wanting to sell are not valid grounds until contract expiry with 12 months' written notice.
Is the real-estate agency fee legally allowed in Dubai?
Yes — agency fees are legal and typically 5% of annual rent or AED 5,000, whichever is higher, paid once. The fee can be split between landlord and tenant or paid solely by one party depending on negotiation. There is no law fixing who pays; it is contractual. Always get a receipt and confirm the agent holds a valid RERA broker card.