Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 14 August 2017: Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced that further updates and upgrades have been made to its innovative ‘Ejari’ smart application, which was launched primarily to protect the rights of landlords, tenants and property management companies. The application has proven to be highly effective and user-friendly, reducing the cost and time required to complete a variety lease management processes.

Mohammed Yahya, Deputy Executive Director of Rental Affairs Sector at DLD, commented: "Since its launch, the ‘Ejari’ application has increased the efficiency of lease management processes including creating a new lease, renewing a contract and terminating a lease. It has also reduced the cost and time required to complete lease registrations. Thanks to the regular improvements we make to the application, our customers can access instant information on the details of their leasing operations.”

Yahya added: “The ‘Ejari’ application is a tool that enables both landlords and tenants to manage and apply for maintenance contracts. It classifies maintenance companies that are registered in the system for the convenience of tenants, while also allowing maintenance companies to register requests and contracts.”

The ‘Ejari’ application can be used around the clock and from anywhere in the world to issue approved rental contracts and receipts, and also provides users with renewal, eviction and litigation alerts.

Among its other important benefits, the application allows users to file lawsuits with the Rental Disputes Center, and stores all lease and tenant data in one place. By documenting all contracts, the application contributes to protecting the right of owners, tenants and property management companies. Those interested in real estate can also use the application to access statistical reports on the rental market, verify the details of rental properties, and find real estate companies that are approved by DLD.

With the latest updates, the ‘Ejari’ application now minimises the time spent visiting various offices across Dubai. When a new lease is issued through a property management companies or a Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA) accredited office, the customer will receive an automatic SMS and an e-mail from DEWA containing service instructions.

Yahya concluded: "By improving our various applications, we continue to fulfil our mission of making Dubai the world’s smartest and most innovative city.”

The ‘Ejari’ application can be downloaded through QR code or the link below: http://goo.gl/QpllQQ

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About Dubai Land Department:
Dubai Land Department (DLD) was found in May 1960 to establish the most prominent real estate sector in the Middle East and in the world.

DLD provides outstanding services to all its customers whilst developing the necessary legislation to propel the real estate sector in Dubai, organizing and promoting real estate investment, and spreading industry knowledge. DLD seeks regional and worldwide innovation in real estate with the aid of its active organizations that include: Real Estate Regulatory Agency, the regulatory arm, Real Estate Investment Management & Promotion Center, the investment arm, Dubai Real Estate Institute, the educational arm, and Rental Dispute Center, the judicial arm.

Unified Toll Free Number:

In order for Dubai Land Department to provide the best possible service in a rapid manner and to ensure the comfort and happiness of our customers, it has activated a new toll-free call centre number [8004488]. This can be used for all Dubai Land Department and Rental Disputes Center enquiries.

© Press Release 2017