Diplomatic Clause Dispute

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UdayKoduru New member

Member since 06 February 2019

UdayKoduruNew member05 July 2022 17:49:48

Hi all,

I'll be shortly moving from Bahrain and relocating to another country outside GCC. My rental agreement is for one year period and expires in February 2023.

The diplomatic clause within my agreement is as follows:

In case of leaving Kingdom of Bahrain or GCC, Diplomatic clause will apply after three months anytime in the year leased contract but upon providing us proof (Documents) of leaving/transfer/termination, paid rent will be reimbursed on prorata basis as per Diplomatic clause.

Now my landlord is contesting that this clause is only applicable for people who are leaving involuntarily (eg. Loss of job) He's expecting me to compensate for loss of rent caused to him and he's refusing to acknowledge the one-month notice I've served upon him.

Just want to know if he has any legal grounds to contest this and will it be possible for him to create any legal hurdle.

XTang Bahrain/UAE/Saudi Arabia Expert

Member since 22 April 2014

XTangBahrain/UAE/Saudi Arabia Expert06 July 2022 07:45:08

11798

The clause is clear.聽 It does not seem to be linked only to termination but also covers leaving and transfer.

UdayKoduru New member

Member since 06 February 2019

UdayKoduruNew member06 July 2022 12:00:17

@XTang Thanks a lot for the confirmation.

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