Respond to landlord termination notice (e.g., Eigenbedarf)

Overview

Use this when your landlord terminates your tenancy (for example for Eigenbedarf). Statutory notice periods depend on how long you have lived there—under 5 years: 3 months; 5–8 years: 6 months; over 8 years: 9 months.

Timing to be aware of

When termination received

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

What you'll need

None listed (confirm when the event applies)

Common questions

Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.

• Does it cost more to see a doctor in Germany if I'm not from the EU?
• I just arrived and my card hasn't arrived. Can I see a doctor today?
• I have a high salary and a clean record. Why is it still impossible to find a flat?
• What is Anmeldung and why is it the first thing I need to do?

Related events

• Receive and document termination notice
  Critical
  When termination received
• Check termination notice period (Kündigungsfrist)
  Critical
  When termination received
• Register as job-seeking after termination (Arbeitsuchend)
  Critical
  3 days after termination received
• Confirm health insurance continuity during unemployment
  Critical
  On employment end
• Health insurance transition (employment to unemployment)
  Critical
  On employment end