Why Do I Need to Provide A Guarantor Within The EU As An International Student Or Expat Renting From Internationals In The Netherlands?
Whether you’re an international student or expat, we require a guarantor based in the European Union (EU) to ensure financial stability and reduce risks for all parties involved.
This guarantor must:
- Reside within the EU,
- Have a personal (not joint or business) EU bank account (IBAN),
- Be a different individual than the applicant,
- Not be the same person as another applicant’s guarantor in case of shared accommodation.
👉 You cannot act as your own guarantor. You can read more about it here
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Why This Is Required:
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Financial Security guarantor provides a financial safety net. If the tenant fails to meet their rental obligations, the guarantor agrees to take responsibility.
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Legal & Administrative Compliance Having an EU-based guarantor ensures legal enforceability under European jurisdiction and helps streamline administrative checks.
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Risk Mitigation For both tenant and landlord, a guarantor helps reduce risks related to missed payments or property damage.
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Support for International Tenants Students and expats may lack financial history or legal representation in the Netherlands. A guarantor helps bridge this gap and strengthens the application.
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What If I Don’t Have an EU Guarantor?
If you cannot provide an eligible EU-based guarantor, a guarantor’s deposit is required instead. This is equal to two times the monthly flat rate and will be refunded at the end of your stay, provided no damages or outstanding charges exist.
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If you have any difficulty meeting this requirement, please don’t hesitate to contact our team. We’re happy to explore possible alternatives or answer your questions.
We hope this clarifies the guarantor requirement and look forward to assisting you further during your booking process.
📌 Please note that guarantor calls are being recorded for documentation purposes.