Returning a leased or long-term rental car early

Read your lease’s early-return terms, clear fines and Salik, return the car with photos of its condition and fuel level, and get a signed return note. News reports say Dubai rental companies must release the deposit within 30 days of the return, minus any fines, Salik and damage; ask yours for the date in writing.

When
3 weeks to 3 days before your flight
Time
1 hour
Cost
Early-return fee if in contract

Money back: Car lease deposit. In Dubai, due within 30 days of the return, minus fines, Salik and damage.

Have ready

  • Lease contract

How to do it

  1. Read the early-return terms and ask the company in writing what you will owe if you return the car on your date.
  2. Ask the company for the fines and Salik charged to the car so far, and pay them.
  3. Return with photos of the car and fuel level.
  4. Get a signed return note and the deposit refund date in writing. Leave an email address that will still work after you leave.
Copy-ready messagePaste it, fill the brackets, send
Hello,

I am leaving the UAE and will return the car (plate [number], contract [number]) on [date]. Please confirm in writing the early-return amount, any fines and Salik charged so far, and the date my deposit will be refunded.

Thank you,
[Your name]

Questions people ask

When will I get my car lease deposit back?

News reports say Dubai rental companies must release it within 30 days of the return, minus any fines, Salik and damage. Ask the company for the date in writing. If it is not back after 30 days, you can complain to Dubai’s consumer protection service on 600 545555.

Sources

Also checked against: Khaleej Times: car rental circular, deposit within 30 days (March 2024) · Gulf News: car rental deposit refund rules

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