Unified UAE Legislation Database

FAQ: Can a judgment in a commercial dispute be appealed to the Court of Cassation if the claim value is below AED 500,000?

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Answer:

No. If the value of the original claim does not exceed AED 500,000, cassation is inadmissible, even if the counterclaim exceeds this threshold. The threshold applies separately to each claim.

 

Legal Basis:

Article 175 of Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2022 Promulgating the Civil Procedure Code

 

Relevant case law:

Case No. 445 of 2025 / Dubai Court / Commercial