1–3 months rent (by agreement; no statutory cap)
Max Deposit
3 months for annual lease; 1 month for monthly
Landlord Notice
1–3 months depending on tenancy type
Tenant Notice
Tribunal de Paix / Tribunal de Grande Instance
Dispute Body
Generate a rental agreement compliant with Loi No. 015/2002 portant Code du Travail (general civil provisions). Pre-configured with DR Congo tenancy law requirements.
Tenancy agreements in DR Congo are governed by Loi No. 015/2002 portant Code du Travail (general civil provisions) & Loi foncière of 1973. The maximum security deposit is 1–3 months rent (by agreement; no statutory cap). Landlord notice period: 3 months for annual lease; 1 month for monthly. Tenant notice period: 1–3 months depending on tenancy type. Disputes are resolved through the Tribunal de Paix / Tribunal de Grande Instance.
Tenant protection: Formal eviction requires court order; informal evictions common in practice. Rent increases: No national cap; municipal authorities may impose local controls. Stamp duty: Yes — registration tax (droit d'enregistrement) applies.
Disclaimer: This is a template. Tenancy laws vary and change. Consult a qualified property lawyer in DR Congo before signing any lease agreement.