Tenant eviction in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is governed primarily by Dubai Law No. 26/2007 On the Organisation of the Relationship between the Lessors and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai, as amended by Dubai Law No. 33/2008 Amending Dubai Law No. 26/2007 Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai, and relevant regulations issued by the Dubai Land Department through the Rental Disputes Centre (RDC). Eviction procedures must be carried out strictly in accordance with the law to avoid claims of unlawful eviction.

The legislation outlines specific grounds under which a landlord may lawfully terminate a tenancy and evict a tenant, including non-payment of rent, breach of lease terms, and use of the premises for unlawful purposes. Eviction also requires adherence to prescribed notice periods and, in most cases, judicial approval through the RDC.

This Practice Note provides practical guidance to legal practitioners on eviction requirements and procedures in the UAE, focusing on the necessary legal grounds, mandatory notices, filing and enforcement processes, and practical considerations for landlords and tenants.