Rental surety
of the lease
The rental deposit is a sum of money that the tenant gives to the landlord at the start of the rental contract. It is used to cover any shortcomings on the part of the tenant, such as unpaid rent or damage to the property. Although not obligatory, it is commonly required and must be specified in the lease contract.
To obtain a rental guarantee without making a bank deposit, simply request a deposit from garantie.be by clicking on online rental guarantee.
What is the rental deposit for?
The rental deposit protects the landlord against the financial risks associated with renting. In the event of damage to the property or unpaid rent, the landlord can use this sum to compensate himself, provided he has the tenant’s agreement or a court order.
When do I have to make a deposit?
The rental guarantee must be set up before or when the lease contract is signed. It is advisable to take this step a few days in advance to allow financial institutions to finalize the necessary formalities.
What bonding solutions are available in Belgium?
In Belgium, tenants have several options for obtaining a rental deposit:
- Bank guarantee: The bank guarantees the tenant in exchange for a specific agreement. This rental bank guarantee option may be subject to acceptance conditions and fees.
- CPAS guarantee: Under certain conditions, the Centre Public d’Action Sociale (CPAS) can provide a guarantee up to the amount of the rental guarantee, particularly for people in precarious financial situations. Click here for more information on the CPAS rental guarantee.
- Specialized services: Garantie.be lets you obtain an online rental guarantee in just a few hours.
What assistance is available for rental deposits in Belgium?
- Fonds du Logement: Offers zero-interest loans to cover the rental guarantee, subject to certain conditions relating to income and household composition.
- BRUGAL Fund: Offers assistance to people on limited incomes, with repayment terms tailored to the tenant’s financial situation.
Rental deposits in the Walloon Region
The rental guarantee in Wallonia cannot exceed two months’ rent. Special assistance, such as zero-interest loans, is available for tenants who have difficulty setting up such a guarantee.
Deed of guarantee for a rental
A deed of guarantee is a written undertaking by a third party, called the guarantor, to pay the tenant’s debts in the event of the latter’s default. To be valid in Belgium, this deed must be carefully drafted and comply with certain formalities.
