Step-by-step plan for expats with rental problems in the Netherlands
Many expats do not know exactly what steps they need to take when a problem arises with their landlord. With this overview, you know exactly what to do. 1. Check your contract Read the lease carefully. Pay special attention to provisions about deposit, service costs, and end date. Ask for an English version if necessary. […]
Discrimination of expats on the housing market: what are your rights?
Expats looking for a place to live in the Netherlands often find they are treated differently than Dutch tenants. They sometimes have to pay a higher deposit, face stricter conditions or are even refused. This can be seen as discrimination on the housing market, something that is prohibited in the Netherlands. The rental law lawyers […]
Expats and termination of rent: what to do in case of cancellation or eviction
Many expats in the Netherlands find themselves dealing with termination of their rental contract. Sometimes, the landlord suddenly announces that the property needs to be vacated, or there are even eviction threats. For expats, this is extra stressful: they often do not know Dutch regulations and feel vulnerable. The rental law attorneys from Arslan Advocaten […]
Tenant protection for expats: the same rights as Dutch tenants
Many expats who rent a home in the Netherlands, think they have fewer rights than Dutch tenants. Landlords and real estate agents sometimes consciously give that impression, for example by saying that expats do not have tenant protection. That is not correct. The tenancy law attorneys of Arslan Advocaten explain which rights expats have, when […]
Expats and temporary rental contracts: pitfalls and rights
Many expats in the Netherlands rent a property with a temporary lease. Landlords and brokers often use this form of contract to maintain flexibility. For expats this seems logical: they usually stay in the Netherlands for only a few months or years. However, there are significant risks associated with temporary leases, especially around the deposit, […]
Service costs and expats: often too high or unjustly passed on
Many expats who rent a home in the Netherlands, in addition to the rent, they also pay service costs. These are costs for, for example, energy, cleaning or maintenance of communal areas. Unfortunately, we often see that expats pay too much for service costs or even receive costs that are not justified at all. The […]
Tenant law and deposit for expats in the Netherlands
Expats who come to the Netherlands to work or study almost always have to deal with renting a property. This usually also includes a security deposit. Unfortunately, expats often run into problems: from too high security deposits to unjust deductions and even discrimination. The tenancy law lawyers of Arslan Advocaten have extensive experience with expat […]
Checklist for expats when signing a rental contract in the Netherlands
Renting a home in the Netherlands as an expat can be exciting and challenging. The housing market is tight, the contracts are often written in Dutch, and the rules around the deposit (security deposit) are not always clear. With this handy checklist, you’ll know exactly what to look out for before signing. The rental law […]
Discrimination and inequality: can expats pay more deposit than Dutch people?
Expats renting a house in the Netherlands often have to deal with higher deposits than Dutch renters. Where Dutch people usually pay 1 or 2 months deposit, expats are sometimes asked for 3 or even 6 months. This raises the question: is this allowed or is it a form of discrimination? The rental law lawyers […]
How Expats Can Get Their Deposit Back After Leaving the Netherlands
Many expats return to their homeland or move to a new destination after their stay in the Netherlands. Unfortunately, it often happens that they do not get their deposit back in full or at all. Landlords count on this and take advantage of expats not taking action once they are gone. However, you can reclaim […]