You should become familiar with the tenancy laws of the Emirate if you intend to relocate to Ajman for a job or to be nearer to family.
A requirement of these laws is the “Tasdeeq,” or attestation and registration of your rental agreement. However, why do you require a Tasdeeq contract, and who should register the leasing agreement? Here is everything you require to know.
Why is Tasdeeq important in Ajman?
The Municipality and Planning Department of Ajman manages the Tasdeeq system for electronic leasing contracts, according to the service’s official website, tasdeeq.ae. Rental agreements are approved by this service in the Emirate of Ajman.
In essence, this system registers rental agreements with the municipality of Ajman. In Ajman, you can obtain a utility connection as well as a sewerage connection after your rental agreement has been electronically registered. Tasdeeq is crucial because it also enables individuals to qualify for a family residency visa. The Tasdeeq registration demonstrates that a person has a residence in which to support their family.
How does one get Tasdeeq contract?
Since only property owners have access to the Tasdeeq electronic system, the residential unit is registered there by the owner or landlord.
However, the tenant is required to cover the cost of the Tasdeeq contract.
How much does it cost to register a tenancy contract in Ajman?
the cost of Tasdeeq is at least Dh400 or 2.4% of your annual rent.
Documents for Tasdeeq rental contract in Ajman
These are the documents a tenant needs to provide to their landlord to have their rental contract registered under Tasdeeq:
- Emirates ID
- Passport copy
- Contact details such as the mobile number and email address.
Updating or changing a rental contract in Ajman
Any amendments to the tenancy agreement must also be filed on the “Tasdeeq” portal, whether they are made by the landlord or the tenant.
Only the Ajman Municipality portal allows you to modify a rental agreement in Ajman, and this is typically done if you wish to change the lease period’s start date, the rent amount, or the name registered under the agreement, such as if you want to transfer the contract into a family member’s name.
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