The notice period refers to the time between the notification of your departure and the actual end of your contract. It varies depending on the country and the type of accommodation you occupy.
⏳ Summary table of notice periods
🇫🇷 France
Type of accommodation | Minimum notice period |
Coliving | 1 month |
Flatshare | 1 month (⚠️ if solidarity clause applies) |
Private apartment | 1 month |
🇧🇪 Belgium
Type of accommodation | Minimum notice period |
Coliving | 3 months (starting the 1st day of the following month) |
Flatshare | 3 months (starting the 1st day of the following month) |
Private apartment | 3 months (starting the 1st day of the following month) |
🇩🇪 Germany
Type of accommodation | Minimum notice period |
Coliving | 1 month (after 6 months of tenancy) |
Flatshare | 1 month (after 6 months of tenancy) |
🇪🇸 Spain
Type of accommodation | Minimum notice period |
Coliving | ❌ Not applicable (fixed-term contract agreed in advance) |
📌 Keep in mind
In France, the notice period starts as soon as you submit your request through your tenant portal.
In Belgium, it starts on the first day of the month following your notification.
In a solidarity-based flatshare (France), you may remain responsible for the rent until a replacement is found – see the article on solidarity.
Don’t forget to anticipate your departure to avoid administrative issues or unintended contract extensions.