How much does water cost in the Emirates, Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi offers several perks to its residents as it is relatively more laid back than busy Dubai. It is also a short drive from strategic sites and historical sites, so you can visit Dubai's popular attractions at any time.

One of the first things to consider in Abu Dhabi after settling is the connection of water and electricity. Luckily, this is pretty easy to do. ADDC stands for Abu Dhabi Distribution Co., which is the main body in the capital of the Emirates responsible for supplying water and electricity to residents.

Price policy

The cost of utilities in Abu Dhabi for apartments can be divided as follows: Tariff for UAE citizens:

• Electricity: Fils 6, 7/kWh up to 30 KWh/day or Fils 7.5/kWh over 30 KWh/day
• Water: AED 2.09 per cubic meter up to 0.7 cubic meters per day or AED 2.60 per cubic meter over 0.7 cubic meters per day.

Dubai real estate officials warn that the rate for expats will be slightly higher:

• Electricity: Fils 26.8/kWh up to 20 KWh/day or Fils 30.5/kWh over 20 KWh/day
• Water: 7.84 ED/m3 up to 0.7 m3 per day or 10.41 ED/m3 over 0.7 m3/day.

What are the rates for ADDC services for villas? The cost of utilities in Abu Dhabi can be divided as follows:

Tariff for UAE citizens:

• Electricity: Fils 6, 7/kWh up to 400 KWh/day or Fils 7.5/kWh over 400 KWh/day.
• Water: AED 2.09 per cubic meter up to 7 cubic meters per day or AED 2.60 per cubic meter over 7 cubic meters per day.

Expat rate:

• Electricity: Fils 26.8/kWh up to 200 KWh/day or Fils 30.5/kWh over 200 KWh/day.
• Water: 7.84 ED/cubic meter up to 5 cubic meters/day or 10.41 ED/cubic meter over 5 cubic meters/day.

Understanding the approximate prices, you can soberly assess how much water costs in the United Arab Emirates and predict potential spending.