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Housing, leases and deposits
You can submit an inquiry about your housing contract, rental deposit or repair costs in Korea.
Situations to organize
- I am moving out, but my deposit has not been returned.
- My landlord says repair costs will be deducted from my deposit.
- There is a dispute over ending or renewing the lease.
Documents that may help
- Lease agreement and records of deposit and rent payments
- Photos showing the condition of the property and repairs
- Messages about ending or renewing the lease or moving out
Next steps after your inquiry
Tell us the lease end date, your planned moving date, the issue and the types of documents you have.
If your move or lease end is approaching, tell us the dates first. Necessary actions and deadlines depend on the contract and the facts.
Korea Legal Aid Corporation: Housing Lease Dispute Mediation Committee ↗
General guidance to help you organize your situation. This is not legal advice on an individual matter or a determination of your rights or case outcome. · 2026-10-28