RIYADH: Saudi embassies and consulates in some Western countries recently hosted Saudi students studying in these countries, discussing several issues, among them housing and tenancy laws.
Embassy officials stressed the fact that laws in some countries entitle landlords to raise rents, and told students to ensure that contracts are valid and they understand the terms and conditions.
The Saudi consul in New Zealand said that there are cases when landlords are entitled to raise the rent, as per state regulations.
Some embassies took the initiative to help Saudi students avoid mistreatment.
The Saudi consul in New Zealand said: "Landlords are entitled to raise the rent paid by the tenant after 180 days from the date of signing the contract. At the time of renewal of contract, the landlord is entitled to raise the rent, if the contract so stipulates. Therefore, an increase in rent could lead to a raise in the insurance amount.”
The consul added that in the event the landlord performs maintenance and improvement works, at the request of the tenant, or on his own, there may be an increase in rent before the expiry of 180 days from date of signing the contract.
In case the tenant refuses such work, the court usually rules in favor of the owner and orders a rise in rent. Also, the owner has the right to file a complaint with the court to increase the rent, even if was recently increased, if he/she is faced with an unexpected rise in housing expenses, such as maintenance.
The Saudi Embassy in Greece informed citizens that the lease system is based on contracts, telling them that they can resort to the embassy staff for further elucidation.
Other embassies and consulates also highlighted the importance of students knowing the housing system in any state before signing contracts, because they vary from state to state. Owners often resort to courts without informing the tenant, so it is necessary to be fully familiar with the system.
The Saudi Embassy in Belgium also issued instructions regarding the purchase of houses and cars.
Embassy officials stressed the fact that laws in some countries entitle landlords to raise rents, and told students to ensure that contracts are valid and they understand the terms and conditions.
The Saudi consul in New Zealand said that there are cases when landlords are entitled to raise the rent, as per state regulations.
Some embassies took the initiative to help Saudi students avoid mistreatment.
The Saudi consul in New Zealand said: "Landlords are entitled to raise the rent paid by the tenant after 180 days from the date of signing the contract. At the time of renewal of contract, the landlord is entitled to raise the rent, if the contract so stipulates. Therefore, an increase in rent could lead to a raise in the insurance amount.”
The consul added that in the event the landlord performs maintenance and improvement works, at the request of the tenant, or on his own, there may be an increase in rent before the expiry of 180 days from date of signing the contract.
In case the tenant refuses such work, the court usually rules in favor of the owner and orders a rise in rent. Also, the owner has the right to file a complaint with the court to increase the rent, even if was recently increased, if he/she is faced with an unexpected rise in housing expenses, such as maintenance.
The Saudi Embassy in Greece informed citizens that the lease system is based on contracts, telling them that they can resort to the embassy staff for further elucidation.
Other embassies and consulates also highlighted the importance of students knowing the housing system in any state before signing contracts, because they vary from state to state. Owners often resort to courts without informing the tenant, so it is necessary to be fully familiar with the system.
The Saudi Embassy in Belgium also issued instructions regarding the purchase of houses and cars.
