In Dubai, to get the deposit that the landlord refuses to refund, you can refer to the following steps:
Check the rental contract: Carefully examine the rental contract you signed with the landlord and confirm the specific terms and conditions regarding the deposit refund. The contract may stipulate under what circumstances the landlord can deduct part or all of the deposit.
Negotiate with the landlord: First, try to have friendly communication and negotiation with the landlord. Explain in writing (such as by email) to the landlord the reasons why you think the deposit should be refunded and mention the relevant agreements in the contract. Keep the communication records in case they are needed later.
Seek third-party mediation: If direct negotiation with the landlord is unsuccessful, you can consider seeking the help of a third party to mediate the dispute. There may be relevant mediation institutions or departments in Dubai. For example, you can contact the local neighborhood committee, police station, or file a complaint with the relevant regulatory department in Dubai (such as the Housing Bureau), or safeguard your rights through channels such as the Consumers Association.
Send a lawyer's letter: For cases with a small claim amount, you can choose a less costly way, such as asking a lawyer to send a letter or write a complaint on your behalf to the landlord, warning the landlord of the possible legal consequences and urging them to refund the deposit.
File a lawsuit in court: If none of the above methods solve the problem, you can file a lawsuit in the local court. Before filing the lawsuit, you need to collect relevant evidence, such as the rental contract, the payment voucher for the deposit, and the communication records with the landlord, to prove the existence of the lease relationship, the end of the lease, your non-breaching behavior, and the fact that the landlord has withheld the deposit. |
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