Sharjah’s Executive Council has approved a settlement programme offering tenants a complete waiver of administrative fines and a 50 per cent exemption on authentication fees for previously uncertified lease contracts that expired before September 19, 2024. The relief measures, applicable from November 1 to December 31, 2025, cover all lease types across the emirate.
The Sharjah Executive Council decision, chaired on Tuesday by Crown Prince Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, targets unauthorised lease contracts signed before the implementation of Law No. (5) of 2024 on real estate leasing and its executive regulations.
Key provisions of the settlement programme include:
- Full waiver of administrative fines for failing to authenticate expired leases
- 50 per cent exemption on authentication fees for contract regularisation
- Coverage of all lease types: residential, commercial, industrial, and investment agreements
- Two-month window: November 1 to December 31, 2025
The initiative reflects Sharjah’s ongoing commitment to regularising the property sector and supporting residents. This aligns with broader UAE efforts to enhance transparency in real estate transactions, as evidenced by recent sectoral initiatives focused on improving market clarity and investor confidence. Enhanced data integration and transparency mechanisms are reshaping how emirate governments approach property market oversight.
During the same meeting, the Executive Council also approved the Hasad Center project, designed to strengthen food security and support citizen farmers in Sharjah. The facility will function as a collection and distribution hub for fruits and vegetables, providing direct assistance to local agricultural producers.
In a separate initiative, the Council reviewed plans for the 54th UAE National Day celebrations in Sharjah, scheduled to reinforce national unity and showcase the country’s cultural heritage and achievements.
The settlement programme underscores Sharjah’s broader economic development strategy, supporting residents while advancing regulatory compliance across the emirate’s real estate sector. Real estate remains a key growth driver for Sharjah’s economy, making such measures critical for continued market development.
