Dubai Courts has announced it will implement new regulations governing Private Notary Public fees from January 2, 2026, according to an official statement released by the institution.
The decision establishes a framework for fees associated with notary services and aims to standardise procedures across the emirate.
Professor Saif Ghanem Al Suwaidi, Director-General of Dubai Courts, said the decision “reflects Dubai Courts’ commitment to developing and regulating Private Notary Public services” within a legislative framework.
Dubai sets AED100 fee structure for private notary public services starting 2026
He added that the regulation “contributes to the unification of approved fees” and “enhances levels of transparency and governance” while protecting service recipients’ rights.
Al Suwaidi stated the move forms part of Dubai Courts’ work to deliver judicial services that “contribute to improving the customer experience” and “reinforce confidence in judicial procedures and services.”
He noted the step aligns with Dubai Courts’ vision of achieving “Judicial Leadership and Justice for a Global City” and supports efforts to build a judicial system in line with practices adopted elsewhere.
Mohammed Ahmad Al Obaidli, Executive Director of the Case Management Sector, explained that the fee schedule “contributes to enhancing procedural efficiency and regulating the mechanisms for delivering Private Notary Public services.”
Al Obaidli said the adoption of the schedule “ensures the compliance of Private Notary Public offices with the approved regulatory and legislative frameworks” and “accelerates the completion of transactions.”
He stated this would have an effect on “the efficiency of the judicial work system” and the experience of those using the services.
The decision was published in the Official Gazette of the Government of Dubai – Issue No. 752 – under legislation regulating Private Notary Public activities.
The fees have been set at AED 100 for electronic registration of parties’ details in the Dubai Courts system for each party to an instrument.
An additional AED 100 applies for each signature on an instrument.
Dubai Courts implements unified fee structure for private notary services in 2026
A fee of AED 1,000 has been established for each transfer when a Private Notary Public moves outside their place of work to carry out a transaction.
The decision outlines the determination of fees for authorised services and provides details of office and Private Notary Public charges.
Dubai Courts stated the decision represents its commitment to developing the environment for Notary Public services, enhancing justice and transparency, and providing judicial services that meet requirements in the emirate.
The institution said the changes support the establishment of a judicial system that places service recipients at the centre of its priorities.
