The Standard Residential Tenancy Agreement is a crucial legal document used in the United Arab Emirates for establishing a formal landlord-tenant relationship in residential property rentals. This agreement is designed to comply with UAE federal laws, including the UAE Civil Code, and specific emirate-level regulations such as Dubai Law No. 26 of 2007. It is essential for any residential property rental transaction in the UAE, providing comprehensive coverage of all aspects of the tenancy, including financial terms, maintenance responsibilities, and dispute resolution procedures. The document incorporates RERA guidelines and local market practices, making it suitable for use across all emirates while being adaptable to specific emirate requirements. This agreement is particularly important given the UAE's dynamic real estate market and its specific legal framework that balances the rights of both landlords and tenants.

1. Parties: Identification of landlord and tenant with full legal names, Emirates ID numbers, and contact details

2. Background: Brief context of the rental arrangement and property ownership

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement including Property, Term, Rent, Security Deposit

4. Property Details: Comprehensive description of the rental property including address, size, number of rooms, and parking allocation

5. Term and Renewal: Duration of tenancy, start and end dates, and renewal terms

6. Rent and Payment Terms: Rent amount, payment frequency, method of payment, and consequences of late payment

7. Security Deposit: Amount, payment terms, conditions for refund, and permissible deductions

8. Utilities and Services: Responsibility for connection, payment, and maintenance of utilities and services

9. Maintenance and Repairs: Responsibilities of landlord and tenant for maintaining the property

10. Use of Property: Permitted use, occupancy limits, and restrictions

11. Tenant Obligations: Standard responsibilities including proper use, cleanliness, and compliance with laws

12. Landlord Obligations: Standard responsibilities including providing peaceful enjoyment and maintaining structure

13. Insurance: Requirements for property and contents insurance

14. Termination: Grounds for termination, notice requirements, and procedures

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of UAE law application and dispute resolution process

16. Notices: Method and addresses for official communications between parties

17. Signatures: Execution clause and signature blocks for all parties