12 things to check before renting an office in Deira

Updated November 2026 · By Phygital Business Center

Before you sign, confirm that the office can be registered on Ejari for your license activity, verify who owns or controls the unit, add up the total annual cost, and read the notice, renewal and handover clauses. Visit in person at a busy time of day.

The paperwork

Ejari eligibility. Get confirmation that the office can be registered for your activity.
Who you are paying. Ask for proof that the landlord or operator controls the unit, and pay only the named party.
Notice period. Find out how and when either side can end the lease.
Renewal terms. Ask how rent increases are handled at renewal.
Handover condition. Check whether you must restore the unit when you leave.

The costs

Total annual cost. Add rent, deposit, commission, Ejari, municipality fee, utilities and setup. Our rent guide lists them.
Payment terms. Ask how many cheques the landlord will accept.
What is included. Get air conditioning, cleaning, internet and service charges in writing.

The building

Internet. Confirm speed, provider and whether the line is shared.
Air conditioning. Find out whether cooling is central or separately metered, and its hours.
Access. Check building hours, security and whether you can get in at weekends.
Parking and arrival. Visit at a busy hour and try the journey your clients will make.

Warning signs

Pressure to pay a deposit before seeing the contract
A payee whose name does not match the contract
A promised Ejari with no clear explanation of how it will be issued

Common questions

What should I check before signing an office lease in Dubai?

Confirm Ejari eligibility, the identity of the landlord, total annual cost, notice and renewal terms, and the condition you must return the office in.

Should I visit an office before renting?

Yes. Visit at a busy time to test parking, access, noise and the journey your clients will make.