Landlord Guides
Express Renewal Agreement in Malta: How It Works
Since Act XX of 2024, Maltese leases can be renewed by a signed express renewal agreement - what it may change, the fee, the deadline and the tenant's new lock-in.
Tenant Guides
Helpful articles for anyone looking to rent in Malta. Understand what documents you need, how to read rental agreements, protect your deposit, and avoid common rental scams.
Tenant Guides
Di Fermo in Malta, Explained: What the Lock-In Period Means
Di fermo is the lock-in at the start of every long Maltese lease - 6, 9 or 12 months with no right to give notice. What the term means and what breaking it costs.
Landlord Guides
How Much Deposit Can a Landlord Ask for in Malta?
Cap. 604 sets no cap on the security deposit itself - only on advance rent. Here's the primary-source rule everyone mixes up, and what it means for both sides.
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How Many People Can Legally Live in a Rented Home in Malta?
Since September 2024, Malta caps occupancy at two residents per bedroom, up to ten - and the Housing Authority won't register a lease that breaches it.
Landlord Guides
What Must a Rental Contract in Malta Contain?
Cap. 604 lists seven mandatory elements every Maltese lease must contain - miss just one and the whole contract becomes null and void, not only that clause.
Tenant Guides
Can a Tenant Leave a Rental Lease Early in Malta?
Malta locks tenants into a lease for 6, 9 or 12 months before notice can start - the di fermo period explained, plus what leaving early actually costs.
Landlord Guides
Can a Landlord Raise the Rent in Malta?
Malta caps rent increases to the NSO Property Price Index or 5%, whichever is lower - but only when the lease allows it. Here's exactly how Article 14 works.
Tenant Guides
Tenant Rights in Malta – What Landlords Cannot Do (Full Guide)
Discover what your landlord in Malta legally can and cannot do. This guide breaks down tenant rights, common illegal practices, and how to file a dispute with the Housing Authority step-by-step.
Tenant Guides
Top Questions Tenants Ask Before Renting in Malta
Renting in Malta can be confusing — from deposits and contracts to notice periods and utilities. Every landlord seems to have their own version of the rules. That’s why we’ve gathered the most common questions tenants ask before renting in Malta and answered them honestly. Learn what documents you need, how deposits really work, when rent can be increased, and how to protect yourself by making sure your contract is registered with the Housing Authority.
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