Tijdelijk huurcontract
Last updated: 2026-07-22
A tijdelijk huurcontract is a fixed-term or temporary rental agreement with an agreed end date or limited duration.
Since 1 July 2024, indefinite contracts are the default. Temporary contracts are allowed only in narrow statutory exceptions (max 2 years self-contained / 5 years room). A fixed-term offer without a valid exception may already be an indefinite tenancy.
Source: Dutch temporary-tenancy reform effective 1 July 2024 — indefinite contracts as the default. Verified 2026-08-11.
Related guide: Rental Contract Check (Netherlands): What to Look For