Do I have to pay a year advance rent when signing an apartment lease?

Post new topic

rhiggins Active member

Member since 29 May 2012

rhigginsActive member18 October 2012 05:33:17

Hi,

I would like to know the standard requirement when renting an apartment.

Do the apartment manager's require first and last months rent plus security deposit? or do I have to pay six to a year in advance on a lease.

Please advise.

Thanks

livekrish Serial expat

Member since 13 August 2012

livekrishSerial expat18 October 2012 05:42:53

200

you do not require such thing.. in kuwait, mostly, you have pay the rent in advance.. for the month.. for example, for the month of october 2012, you have to pay on 1st october 2012 and so on..

nothing like in UAE.. we need to pay one month rent - at the beginning of the month.. and if you want to vacate, you need to tell at the beginning of the month. for example, In oct 2012, you will pay the rent and say that i am moving out with this month... this is most prevailing practice... then check for the specific building requirements...

good luck

Rob G Active member

Member since 04 May 2010

Rob GActive member18 October 2012 05:43:33

Maximum is 1.5 months rent as security (normally only 1 month) and 1 month in advance..... I have rented apartments here with no deposit just the monthly rent in advance.

rhiggins Active member

Member since 29 May 2012

rhigginsActive member18 October 2012 05:48:25

Thanks so much. Was kind of worried about it as this is the practice in UAE.

livekrish Serial expat

Member since 13 August 2012

livekrishSerial expat18 October 2012 05:58:30

200

ahhh.. no.. no... not like UAE!.. THEY ARE LOOTING!!!

kuwaiti girl Guest

kuwaiti girlGuest19 October 2012 07:58:22

214245

Often, it is depend to your agreements.
You can pay monthly, quarterly or semi-annual .

legacy Kuwait Expert

Member since 29 March 2010

legacyKuwait Expert22 October 2012 13:42:47

3427

the majority accept monthly payments. at the beginning of each month for the month in question, do be careful to pay rent in advance when going on vacation.

if ur married, u'll need a copy of your marriage licence, along with your civil ID (or visit visa copy).

easy, right?

Articles to help you in your expat project in Kuwait

How to drive in Kuwait
If you are planning to move to Kuwait, obtaining a driver's license should be at the top of your to-do list! While ...
Banking and finances in Kuwait
Soon after arriving in Kuwait, you will likely want to open a Kuwaiti bank account. Opening a bank account can be ...
Leisure activities in Kuwait
People might assume there isn't much to do in Kuwait as the country is so small, but that would be wrong! The ...
Languages spoken in Kuwait
Whether you're planning on just visiting Kuwait, or are getting ready to move there for work or studies, you ...
The lifestyle in Kuwait
The lifestyle in Kuwait can be described as being easy and relaxed. As one of the world's wealthiest countries per ...
Education and childcare in Kuwait
Kuwait's education system has grown to be extremely diverse, in line with the needs of both its citizens and its ...
Travelling around Kuwait
When moving to a new country, you might be unfamiliar with all the different ways you can get around. In Kuwait, ...
The healthcare system in Kuwait
Fully funded and invested in by the government, Kuwait's healthcare system is advanced and well-developed. ...