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Debt Burden Ratio (DBR) checker

Free UAE calculator. UAE Central Bank caps total debt repayments (mortgage + loans + credit cards × 5%) at 50% of monthly income.

Total monthly debt

AED 9,500

DBR

38%

Cap 50%

Headroom

AED 3,000

  • Credit card outstanding × 5% counts as a notional monthly obligation.

How this calculator works

  1. Enter the inputs above. Provide the figures the calculator asks for — wages, dates, contract type, etc. We use only the values you enter; nothing leaves your browser.
  2. We apply the UAE-law rule. Debt Burden Ratio (DBR) checker runs the formula defined by the relevant UAE statute. The math follows the official text, not a third-party shortcut.
  3. Read the result and the breakdown. The headline number is shown alongside any caps, eligibility flags, and step-by-step working so you can verify the figure against your contract or the law.
  4. Take next steps. If the result confirms a right or obligation you want to act on, talk to a UAE-licensed lawyer through the link below or browse the Q&A library for follow-up questions.

Information, not legal advice. This calculator is for orientation only. Specific situations vary — consult a UAE-licensed lawyer for advice on your matter.

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