A property owner in Dubai cannot force a tenant to vacate before the end of their lease simply by announcing an intent to sell and providing a few months' notice. Under Dubai’s rental laws, a valid contract remains binding for both parties until its specified expiration date.

If a landlord intends to evict a tenant to sell the property, they must provide formal notice at least 12 months prior to the intended eviction date. This notice must be served through a notary public or via registered mail; standard messages, phone calls, or verbal requests do not satisfy legal requirements.

According to Article 25 of Law No. 33 of 2008, an eviction request for the purpose of selling a property is permissible upon the expiry of the lease, provided the landlord adheres to the 12-month notice period and formal notification procedures. Consequently, a tenant with several months remaining on their contract is not obligated to vacate immediately based on a mere two-month notice.

The sale of a property does not inherently terminate an existing lease agreement. Article 28 of Law No. 26 of 2007 stipulates that a transfer of ownership does not affect a tenant's right to occupy the premises until the end of their fixed-term contract. As a result, the new owner assumes the property subject to the tenant's existing legal rights.

Should a landlord pressure a tenant to vacate without observing the 12-month notice period or formal notification methods, the tenant should retain all documentation—including the registered Ejari contract, received notices, and correspondence—and may file a case with the Dubai Rental Dispute Settlement Centre (RDC).

These regulations serve as a general guide, and the outcome of any specific dispute may vary based on the terms of the contract, the method of notification, and the specific details of the case.