Housing & property
Can I add my partner to my lease?
Only with the landlord/management company's approval. Adding a partner can require a lease amendment, new screening or a new contract.
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What you need to know
Requirements & exceptions
- Rental approval is private-contract screening, not an immigration benefit.
- Expect ID/residence, income/funding and emergency-contact checks.
- Property-specific rules can be stricter than general law.
Documents
- ID / residence card
- Proof of income or funds
- Emergency contact / guarantor information if requested
Likely cost
No government application fee to rent. Private move-in costs can include first rent, deposit, key money, agency fee, guarantor fee, insurance and lock/cleaning charges, depending on the property.
Where to act
Landlord / real-estate agent / property manager and the designated rent-guarantee company; municipal foreign-resident housing support if needed.