01 Oct 2025

Everything You Need to Know about Long-Term Rental cars in Dubai 2025 - The Complete Guide

Need a safe and affordable means of commuting in Dubai? The wise alternative is to select a long term rental, which will provide you with flexibility, convenience, and cost savings in one. Falcon Drive has customized rental packages that come with basic insurance, maintenance and affordable monthly payments. You can acquire a vehicle on a 3 month contract or as long as 36 months; we have flexible contracts tailored to meet your lifestyle needs.

Long-term leasing has become a smart choice in Dubai for individuals and businesses, offering:

Greater flexibility than buying (changing your car every 6-12 months)
Financial savings of up to 40% compared to daily renting
Free maintenance on most contracts
No obligation to sell the car later

Comparison: Long-term vs. Short-term leasing

Comparison	Long-term Leasing (6+ months)	Short-term Leasing
Monthly Price	AED 1,500 – 5,000	AED 2,500 – 8,000
Maintenance	Usually included	–
Insurance	Included in most contracts	Paid separately
Flexibility	Car replacement fixed for the entire term	–

5 reasons to choose long-term leasing in Dubai

1. Financial savings of up to 60%

Special discounts available on long term contracts.
Waiver on the handover charges on contracting 12 months and above.
Completely free maintenance for the duration of the contract

2. All expenses included

Comprehensive insurance
Periodic maintenance
Tire replacement
24/7 emergency service

3. Try different cars annually

You can change models every 12 months (from sedan to SUV, depending on your needs)

4. An ideal solution for new residents

Without the need for:

✗ A large down payment
✗ Commitment to selling the car later

5. Special benefits for companies

✗ VAT discount
✗ Installment payments
✓ Expenses are listed as "running costs"

Long-term lease terms in Dubai

Required documents:

For individuals:

Passport + residence visa
Valid driving license (local or international)
Bank statement (for some companies)

For companies:

Trade license
Notarized authorization letter

General terms:

Minimum contract: 3 months
Down payment: 10-30 percent of the entire contract.
Maximum distance: 5,000-8,000km per month (also depends on the contract)

How to calculate the cost of a long-term lease?

Equation Simple:

(Monthly price x term) + (Administrative fees) - (Discounts, if applicable)

7 Mistakes to Avoid in Long-Term Leases

Not reading the mileage clauses (you may pay fines for excess kilometers)
Failure to examine the car prior to delivery (record the defects in written form)
Not ensuring that maintenance is included (some contracts exclude certain malfunctions)
Signing the contract and not knowing about the cancellation fees (which may amount up to 30% of the remaining value).
Using a wrong word (check your needs before committing)
Failure to take full insurance (particularly against accidents).
Not comparing offers (companies' prices vary by 20-40%)