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Dubai's Decree No. 43 of 2013 sets strict limits on how much a landlord can increase rent based on how far your current rent is below the RERA market average for comparable properties.
Within 10% of market: No increase allowed. If your rent is within 10% below the market average, your landlord cannot legally raise it.
11–20% below market: Maximum 5% increase allowed.
21–30% below market: Maximum 10% increase allowed.
31–40% below market: Maximum 15% increase allowed.
More than 40% below market: Maximum 20% increase allowed.
If you believe your landlord has raised rent unlawfully, you can file a dispute with the Dubai Rental Disputes Centre (RDC). The landlord must also give 90 days' written notice before any rent change takes effect.