Dubai Monthly Rent, the real number
Enter your all-in short-stay booking total for about 30 nights. We add platform service fee, Tourism Dirham, and a refundable deposit so you can see move-in cash and effective monthly cost before you commit.
Planning figures reviewed · Q2 2026
What each fee means
Platform service fee
Most short-stay platforms add a service fee on top of the advertised booking total. This calculator supports either a percent mode (default 10%) or a flat AED fee.
Tourism Dirham (short stays)
Tourism Dirham is modeled by tier, nights, and bedroom count. Studio and 1 BR use one billable unit. From 2 BR onward each bedroom adds another unit.
Refundable deposit
A refundable security buffer is included as a planning line for short stays. It usually ranges from AED 1,000 to AED 2,000 depending on operator policy. Confirm invoice terms and refund timeline.
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Common questions
- Which hidden fees show up most often for short stays in Dubai?
- Most short-stay invoices add platform service fee, Tourism Dirham, and a refundable security hold or deposit on top of the listed booking number.
- How should I enter the base number here?
- Use the booking total before service fees if possible. The calculator then layers common add-ons so you can compare ad price versus real cash needed.
- How is Tourism Dirham calculated?
- The model uses your selected tier, bedroom count, and a 30-night planning horizon. Studio and 1 BR are one billable unit. Larger units scale by bedroom count.
- Why do you include a refundable deposit?
- Many operators place a temporary hold or collect a refundable deposit for short stays. The common range is AED 1,000 to AED 2,000. It still affects move-in cash, so we show it explicitly.
- Can I switch to long-term Ejari mode here?
- No. Monthly Rent now focuses only on short stays. Use Annual Rent for long-term Ejari lease planning.
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