Check lease termination exclusion clause (Kündigungsausschluss)

Overview

Use this when signing or reviewing a lease with a termination exclusion clause (Kündigungsausschluss). Ordinary tenant termination may be blocked for up to four years in some contracts.

Timing to be aware of

When contract signed

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

• Obtain Wohnungsgeberbestätigung
  Critical
  7 days before move-in
• Send tenancy termination notice before moving out
  Critical
  93 days before move-out
• Confirm receipt of termination notice
  Critical
  90 days before move-out
• Check fixed-term lease end (Zeitmietvertrag)
  Critical
  90 days before contract expiry
• Respond to landlord termination notice (e.g., Eigenbedarf)
  Critical
  When termination received