Tools · UAE forum fees
Estimate filing fees for every UAE forum — Dubai onshore (Law 21/2015), Abu Dhabi onshore (Law 13/2017), DIFC Courts, ADGM Courts, DIAC arbitration (2025 Table of Fees), arbitrateAD (formerly ADCCAC, effective Feb 2024), and the Rental Disputes Centre.
The UAE Court & Arbitration Fee Calculator estimates filing fees for every UAE forum, including Dubai onshore, Abu Dhabi onshore, DIFC Courts, ADGM Courts, DIAC arbitration, arbitrateAD, and the Rental Disputes Centre. It calculates fees based on the claim value and matter type. The calculator provides an estimate of filing fees only.
To use the calculator, select the court instance, matter type, and enter the claim value in AED. The calculator will estimate the filing fees based on the selected options. The schedules used are sourced from official forum publications, including Dubai Law 21/2015 and ADGM Courts' Schedule of Fees.
The calculator only estimates filing fees and does not include additional costs such as expert deposits, translation, bailiff/process service, witness fees, hearing-room costs, legal fees, and execution disbursements. Arbitration administration and tribunal fees are also estimated, but exact arbitrator fees require confirmation from the institution.
The calculator covers Dubai onshore, Abu Dhabi onshore, DIFC Courts, ADGM Courts, DIAC arbitration, arbitrateAD, and the Rental Disputes Centre. It also takes into account the relevant laws and regulations, such as Dubai Law 21/2015 and Abu Dhabi Law 13/2017.
The calculator provides an estimate of filing fees based on the official schedules and fees published by the respective courts and arbitration centers. For a precise budget on a specific matter, it is recommended to contact the law firm for a consultation. The calculator is based on the latest available information, including the 2025 Table of Fees for DIAC arbitration and the 2024 Arbitration Rules for arbitrateAD.