RENTAL TEAM NETHERLANDS
Get your rental deposit back in the Netherlands
Is your landlord not returning the deposit, or are you unsure about deductions? Huurteam Nederland helps tenants and expats recover their deposits for homes in the Netherlands. We review your case first. Paid work needs your separate agreement.
YOUR APPLICATION
Request deposit refund
Fill out the complete form and attach your documents. The first assessment is free and without obligation. Afterwards, if we can help, you will receive a proposal outlining the work and costs. You decide whether to accept it.
Fill in your details step by step. Check your answers before submitting.
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A clear conclusion to your rental period.
You have handed in the keys. Now you want your deposit back, without endlessly chasing your landlord. We check the deductions, claim back what you are entitled to, and handle your landlord's response.
Reclaiming deposit as an expat in the Netherlands
A temporary stay, a furnished home, or a move to another country can complicate the settlement process. For a Dutch rental property, we look at your rental agreement, Dutch regulations, and the evidence in your file. Deposit protection schemes in other countries do not automatically apply to a Dutch tenancy.
Read our for a practical overview guide on reclaiming deposits as an expat in the NetherlandsThere you will also find a sample request and points to consider if you now live abroad.
Have you already moved abroad?
Even then, you can request a refund of your deposit. Keep your contract, proof of payment, inspection reports, photos, and the entire email correspondence digitally. Provide a current correspondence address and state how much deposit you have already received back. Is there a property manager acting as an intermediary between you and the landlord? Include the details of both parties so that it is clear who entered into the agreement and who is communicating regarding the refund.
We first assess what assistance is possible. If legal proceedings prove necessary later, we will discuss representation, potential attendance, and costs separately. Your departure abroad does not mean that we will proceed with legal action without your instruction.
When do you get the deposit back?
In principle, within 14 days after the end of the lease. In the event of permitted set-off, the remainder must be returned within 30 days after the end of the lease agreement, accompanied by a written explanation and specification of costs. Read the step-by-step plan for reclaiming your deposit.
Is it a deduction? Read what evidence your landlord must provide and our explanation about cleaning costs and painting.
Why is your landlord withholding the deposit?
At the end of the tenancy, disputes frequently arise regarding damage, cleaning, or outstanding amounts. The landlord must be able to substantiate any deductions. A mere list of costs is not sufficient to hold you responsible for every item.
We compare the condition of the property at the beginning and end of the tenancy. To do this, we use the tenancy agreement, inspection reports, photos, and your landlord's explanation.
Damage, wear and tear, and cleaning costs
We assess the cost items individually. What is damaged? Was that already listed in the check-in report? How old was the part? What work was performed and which invoices are available?
Normal wear and tear is not the same as damage caused by the tenant. Therefore, we look not only at the amount your landlord is asking, but also at the cause, age, and supporting documents.
Request your deposit back first
We calculate the outstanding amount and send your landlord a written request or demand for payment. In it, we explain why you dispute the deductions and within what timeframe you expect a response and payment.
If the landlord responds with new costs or supporting documents, we will assess them. We will discuss their position with you and negotiate a refund. We will record any arrangement in writing.
How does our help work?
- You register and send your rental contract and proof of payment of the deposit.
- We review the final inspection, deductions, and correspondence.
- You will receive our work and costs in writing.
- After your approval, we will contact the landlord and process his response.
- We will discuss the outcome, payment, or further legal work with you.
First look for a solution together
We begin by requesting the return of the deposit and consulting with your landlord. A rejection does not automatically lead to a lawsuit. If further legal steps are necessary, we will discuss the feasibility, work, and costs separately. We will not initiate legal proceedings without a new, explicit instruction.
Reclaiming overpaid rent after a ruling
Do you already have a ruling from the Rent Tribunal, but your landlord is not refunding the overpaid rent? Include the ruling, your rent payments, and the correspondence. We will check the outstanding amount and discuss our work and costs.
After your agreement, we will write to the landlord. If payment is not received, we will discuss further legal steps separately. Read also what happens after a ruling by the Rent Commission.
When will the landlord hear about your application?
We will first review your request with you. We do not forward it directly to the landlord. Before contacting them, we will discuss our work and you will give us the assignment.
Which documents do we need?
Include the rental agreement, proof of payment of the deposit, the end date of the rental, and the date of key handover. Attach the check-in and check-out reports, photos, invoices, and messages from your landlord. Also state the amount that has already been refunded.
The costs and the agreement for the application are stated in the form at the top of this page. Read those agreements before submitting the application.
No cure, no pay. How does that work?
No result? No success fee. The first assessment is free and without obligation. You will receive the work and costs in writing in advance.