All tenants are required to pay a deposit fee before signing a tenancy agreement. The deposit serves as a guarantee that tenants will fulfill their obligations and take good care of the apartment.
Deposit Amounts 💰
- Shared apartments: 250-300 €
- Studios and family apartments: 400 €
Key Things to Know ☝🏽
- Once you pay the deposit, you’re legally committed to the rental agreement
- The deposit is separate from rent – you still need to pay your monthly rent
- Social assistance vouchers from Kela are not accepted for the deposit
How to Pay Your Deposit 💳
- You’ll receive an invoice with your housing offer
- Pay by the due date or your offer will expire
- Always use the reference number from your invoice when paying. Enter the reference number in the designated field. If this field is not available, use the free text field instead.
- Payment options:
- Regular bank transfer (within Europe)
- Online transfer through psoas.transfermateeducation.com (recommended for non-European payments)
Getting Your Deposit Back 💸
You’ll receive your deposit back within one month after moving out. For example: If you move out in May, you’ll get your deposit back in June. Exact date for the refund cannot be provided.
- Fill out the deposit refund form with your banking details.
- Ensure you’ve met all conditions:
- All payments have been made
- The apartment is in good condition and cleaned according to instructions
- You’ve returned all keys
Note: Failure to provide bank account details in time may delay the refund.
Watch Out For ⚠️
Your deposit might be reduced if:
- The apartment needs cleaning (minimum 50 € charge)
- You leave items behind
- You don’t return keys or keys are returned late
- You have outstanding payments
- You’re using a non-European bank (30 € + transfer fees may apply)
”If you respect the apartment during your stay then everything is alright”
PSOAS tenant about deposit refund 2023
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