February 26, 2026
Rewa has officially launched its digital rent payment and rewards app across the UAE, introducing a platform that allows tenants to pay rent online while earning loyalty rewards. The launch follows the successful close of a seed funding round backed by Qatar Development Bank, Plug and Play, Neocity Invest, Startup Wise Guys, Second Century Ventures (REACH MENA), and senior executives from leading GCC real estate firms. Financial terms were not disclosed.
In a market where rent payments are still largely handled through cheques and manual processes, Rewa offers tenants the option to pay via card or bank transfer without altering existing rental structures. Users earn Rewa Points on every on-time payment through the iOS and Android app, with rewards redeemable across more than 150 global and local partners spanning travel, retail, dining, groceries, and lifestyle. Points can also be applied toward future rent, utilities, or long-term housing goals with select UAE developers.
For landlords and property managers, the platform provides automated payment tracking, digital receipts, and workflows aligned with UAE rental practices, including DLD and Ejari processes. The system is designed to improve collection predictability, reduce manual follow-ups, and maintain cheque-like safeguards while digitizing operations.
Rewa Alliance, the company’s landlord onboarding platform, is now open to property owners across the UAE with no setup fees. The company reports early adoption among boutique landlords, mid-sized portfolios, and institutional operators.
The newly secured funding will support expansion across Dubai and broader UAE markets, with plans to scale into the wider GCC. Rewa operates in alignment with UAE consumer protection and financial regulations and has participated in the Dubai Land Department’s Real Estate Evolution Space innovation program.
