Chapter 21 of 26

Moving or cancelling

Last updated: February 16, 2026

Moving or cancelling

Whether you move out after one year or ten years: terminating your rental contract and leaving the property must be done carefully. In this chapter, you will learn how to do this without losing your deposit.

Notice period — your rights

As a tenant, you have a notice period of at least 1 month and at most 3 months (depending on your contract).
Always give written notice by email or registered letter. Keep proof of the termination.

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