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Moving out in Malta

A short, practical guide for tenants wrapping up a lease — how to protect your deposit and leave on good terms.

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Inside the guide

What you will get

Everything you need to hand back the keys cleanly — and get your full deposit back.

Notice periods

How much notice you owe your landlord, and how to give it in writing so it counts.

Protecting your deposit

What landlords can and cannot deduct, and how to leave no room for dispute.

Inventory & photos

A simple way to document the property's condition so it matches your move-in report.

Cleaning & repairs

What "reasonable condition" really means, and the fixes worth doing yourself.

Meters & utilities

Final readings, closing accounts, and transferring bills without a last-minute scramble.

References that travel

How to ask for a reference and carry your rental history to your next home.

Move-out checklist

A preview of the checklist inside

The full guide walks you through each step with sample wording for your landlord and the exact timings that apply in Malta.

Give written notice on timeConfirm your notice period and send it in writing, dated, with a clear move-out date.
Book the final inspectionAgree a walk-through with your landlord for the day you hand back the keys.
Take dated photos of every roomCompare them against your move-in inventory before you leave.
Record final meter readingsWater and electricity — send them to your provider and your landlord.
Return keys and request your depositHand over every key and ask for a written timeline for your deposit return.

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