Tenancy law
Deposit partially repaid: claiming the balance
A partial payment does not automatically end your claim to the rest of the deposit.
A partial payment does not automatically end your claim to the rest of the deposit.
The landlord named in your contract is usually the starting point for reclaiming your deposit.
A deduction for cleaning or painting must be substantiated.
A rental security deposit in the Netherlands is generally due back within 14 days after the tenancy ends. If the landlord makes a permitted deduction,
Written by Ömür Arslan, attorney at Arslan Advocaten. Registered in the legal practice areas register of the Netherlands Bar for tenancy law and social security
If the landlord does not return your deposit after the tenancy has ended, the safe route starts with evidence and a clear written refund letter.