Finance & FeesUpdated March 1, 2026· 2 min read
Tourism Dirham
What is Tourism Dirham?
The Tourism Dirham is a per-night, per-room fee collected in Dubai from every guest staying at hotels, hotel apartments and holiday homes. Rates range from AED 7 to AED 20 depending on the property's classification and are remitted by the operator to the DET.
Definition
Introduced in 2014, the Tourism Dirham funds Dubai's tourism-promotion activities. Holiday-home operators must collect it at check-in or include it in the nightly price.
Key Facts
- 1Per-night, per-room fee.
- 2Range: AED 7–20.
- 3Collected by the operator.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who pays the Tourism Dirham?
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The guest pays; the operator collects and remits to DET.
References & Further Reading
- Dubai Land Department (DLD) — official transaction & title records.
- Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) — Ejari, Mollak & rental index.
- Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) — Holiday Home permits.
- Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) — visa rules.
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