FAQ for Tenants

 We offer comprehensive services tailored to expats, international students, and professionals. We guide you throughout the process, from finding a suitable property to handling rental contracts and registration.

• Option 1: Browse our available listings under "Rental Properties" on our website. Request a viewing online.
• Option 2: Choose our Relocation Service if no suitable properties are listed. We actively search through our network and collaborate with other agents.

 The required documents depend on your situation:

If Employed:

• Copy of ID/passport
• Employment contract
• Three recent payslips
• Employment statement
• Email & phone number

If Self-Employed:

• Copy of ID/passport
• Extract from KVK/Chamber of Commerce
• Most recent annual figures
• Most recent profit & loss statement
• Recent payslips (if any)
• Email & phone number

If a Student:

• Copy of ID/passport of guarantor(s) and tenant(s)
• Employment contract of the guarantor(s)
• Three recent payslips of the guarantor(s)
• Employment statement of the guarantor(s)
• Proof of school registration
• Email & phone number

 The process typically takes 2–4 weeks. For our Relocation Service, the average time is also 2–4 weeks.

 Yes, we offer short-stay rentals (up to 9 months) and long-stay rentals (1 year or longer).

 This depends on the property and landlord. We will inform you beforehand.

 Yes, this is usually possible unless it’s a short-stay property. This will be clearly indicated.

 Our team is available to help with questions about maintenance or technical issues. Contact the landlord or management team for assistance.

 Yes, these may include:

• Gas, water, and electricity
• Internet and television
• Service charges (if applicable)

 Rent is transferred monthly to the landlord. Payment details will be included in the rental contract.

 Contact the landlord immediately. Repeated late payments may result in penalties or contract termination.

 Contact us to discuss the notice period. We will assist with the final inspection.

 Contact the landlord or management team. Minor repairs are typically the tenant’s responsibility.

 We offer both options. This will be clearly stated in the property details.

• Arrive on time and dress appropriately.
• Ask specific questions.
• Show enthusiasm.

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 A tenant CV includes your personal details, rental history, income, and references. It helps you stand out to landlords.

 Yes, for example, on rent price or contract duration. This depends on the specific situation.

• Kralingen: Green and family-friendly.
• City Center: Modern with shops and restaurants.
• Hillegersberg: Luxurious and quiet.

• Furnished 1-bedroom apartment: €1700 (excluding utilities).
• Furnished 2-bedroom apartment: €2000 (excluding utilities).

• Waste Tax:
  Single-person household: €296 per year
  Two-person household: €354.60 per year

Water Board Tax: €120.68 per household per year

 Contact us via info@rotterdamrentalservice.com or call +31 850 603 622.

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Expats can often rent a property without a residence permit, but landlords usually require proof of your legal status or an employment contract.

Landlords often apply an income requirement (for example 3–4 times the monthly rent), but there is no fixed national threshold.

In some cases yes, but many landlords require this for administration and rent payments. Requirements may differ per landlord.

Yes, but this must be explicitly allowed in the rental contract. Municipal registration is essential for health insurance, taxes, and allowances.

These may include service charges, utilities (gas, water, electricity), internet, and municipal taxes, which can add up significantly.

Temporary rental contracts are subject to specific rules. Security deposits, extensions, and tenant protection may differ from permanent leases.

You should always check the contract terms. In some cases early termination is possible by mutual agreement, but often a one-month notice period applies.

Pay close attention to the minimum rental period, notice periods, service charges, deposit conditions, and responsibilities for maintenance and repairs.

Be cautious when renting outside official platforms. Always attend a viewing, verify the landlord’s identity, and never transfer money without a signed contract.

In the Netherlands, rent increases in the free sector are regulated. What is allowed depends on your contract and the applicable rules for that specific year.