1–2 months rent (by agreement)
Max Deposit
1 month for monthly tenancy; reasonable notice for fixed-term
Landlord Notice
1 month for monthly tenancy
Tenant Notice
Magistrate Court / Customary Court
Dispute Body
Generate a rental agreement compliant with Rental Housing Act (not enacted — common law governs). Pre-configured with Botswana tenancy law requirements.
Tenancy agreements in Botswana are governed by Rental Housing Act (not enacted — common law governs) & Deeds Registry Act. The maximum security deposit is 1–2 months rent (by agreement). Landlord notice period: 1 month for monthly tenancy; reasonable notice for fixed-term. Tenant notice period: 1 month for monthly tenancy. Disputes are resolved through the Magistrate Court / Customary Court.
Tenant protection: Common law protections; eviction requires court order; tenant entitled to notice. Rent increases: No statutory cap; market-driven. Stamp duty: Yes — transfer duty applies to long leases; stamp duty on documents.
Disclaimer: This is a template. Tenancy laws vary and change. Consult a qualified property lawyer in Botswana before signing any lease agreement.