Tenant notice period (Belgium/France)
How much notice to give your landlord, when the lease ends and any compensation owed.
How it works
Belgium (9-year lease): 3 months' notice, starting on the 1st of the next month; compensation of 3, 2 or 1 month's rent if you leave in year 1, 2 or 3. France: 3 months unfurnished, 1 month furnished or in high-demand areas, from receipt of the letter.
Results are for guidance only and do not replace professional advice.
Worked example
With the default values:
- SituationBelgium: 9-year lease (main home)
- Date notice is sent31 October 2026
- Lease start date1 March 2025
- Monthly rent850
you get:
- Lease ends (last day)Sunday, 31 January 2027
- Notice period3 months
- Rent still due€2,550.00
- Compensation to the landlord2 month(s) of rent = €1,700.00
Frequently asked questions
How does the “Tenant notice period” tool work?
Belgium (9-year lease): 3 months' notice, starting on the 1st of the next month; compensation of 3, 2 or 1 month's rent if you leave in year 1, 2 or 3. France: 3 months unfurnished, 1 month furnished or in high-demand areas, from receipt of the letter.
What do I need to enter?
Just fill in: situation, date notice is sent, lease start date, monthly rent. The result updates as you type.
Can you give an example?
Situation: Belgium: 9-year lease (main home); Date notice is sent: 31 October 2026; Lease start date: 1 March 2025; Monthly rent: 850 → Lease ends (last day): Sunday, 31 January 2027; Notice period: 3 months.
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