In the past, Dubai’s short-term rental industry was predominantly dominated by major hoteliers. However, with the rise of platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com, homeowners and tenants now have the opportunity to obtain a holiday home license, allowing them to list their properties for profitable guest stays. Nevertheless, this procedure is far from straightforward. It necessitates the assembly of numerous necessary documents, registration with the Dubai Tourism (DTCM), and the regular payment of fees. We take care of the relevant licensing to ensure the holiday home is compliant with government guidelines and laws.
The DTCM (Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing), serves as the primary regulatory authority for short-term property rentals in Dubai. This department is entrusted with granting event, holiday home, and tour guide permits, in addition to hotel classifications.
To lease your property as a holiday home we acquire permits that are issued annually and require renewal each year.
To initiate the process of leasing your property, obtaining a holiday home permit is imperative. This certification attests that your property adheres to the necessary technical specifications and legal requisites for short-term rentals.
To commence this procedure, the host seeking to lease (comprising the holiday home operator, homeowner, or tenant) must submit an application to the DET for evaluation and approval.
Here’s a concise breakdown of the steps involved:
Subsequently, the DET will assess your application, typically within one business day. Upon approval, you will receive email confirmation, and the property unit will be added to your portal dashboard.
From this point, you will need to categorize your property based on the available facilities, following the guidelines provided in the Holiday Home Regulation Guide. Additionally, you will be required to settle the relevant charges, which encompass a one-time application fee of AED 1,500, in addition to an AED 10 knowledge fee and an AED 10 innovation fee, as stipulated by the DET.
As a Holiday Homes management company it falls upon us to ensure your property complies with Dubai’s short-term rental rules and regulations, subject to periodic inspections by the DTCM.
To maintain your listing’s compliance, your property must meet the technical specifications and incorporate the prescribed fixtures as outlined in the Holiday Home Regulation Guide. Additionally, on a monthly basis, Tourism Dirham fees must be remitted to the DTCM, with the amount based on your property’s occupancy. Furthermore, copies of guest passports are submitted during the check-in process.
While this may appear to entail considerable effort, adhering to the DTCM rigorous standards is imperative when listing a property independently. This is precisely where Check Me In steps in. We boast dedicated support teams that ensure your property aligns with all requisite guidelines, handling the end-to-end process of renting your holiday home. This approach not only maximizes your profit potential but also minimizes the associated hassle
