Month 1
Time
15 min to order · 2–7 days to install
Cost
AED 300–400/mo
Difficulty
Easy
What to bring
Emirates ID
Ejari number (some buildings accept the tenancy contract)
Not needed: A UAE bank account. First bills can go on card
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Do it
- 1
Check which network wires your building
Most buildings are exclusive to either e& or du — ask the landlord or concierge, or enter the address on both sites.
- 2
Order online with Emirates ID + Ejari
Pick the plan, upload documents, choose an install slot. Contracts are typically 12 months — note the early-exit fee.
- 3
Be home for the install
Usually within a week. The engineer brings the router and TV box if bundled.
- 4
Cancel properly when you leave
Visit a store or cancel in-app, return the equipment, and get the clearance — unreturned routers bill at full price.
Words you'll hear
Ejarieh-JAR-ee
RERA's official tenancy register. An unregistered lease barely exists legally. No DEWA, no family visas, no disputes.
Common questions
Can I choose my provider?
Usually not — most buildings are wired for either e& or du, not both. Check which one your tower runs before comparing plans that don't apply to you.
Why do they want my Ejari?
Proof of tenancy is part of the install — another reason Ejari registration happens in week one.
Is home 5G a real option?
Yes — both operators sell 5G home routers with same-day setup and no technician. Slightly pricier per gigabyte, genuinely useful while you wait for fibre.
Full checklist tracking and task completion live in the Settli app for Dubai.