Can a landlord in Da Nang charge more rent when an additional person moves into a rented house?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 4 days ago
TL;DR
Yes—if the lease states that only two people may live in the property, a third occupant needs the landlord’s approval. In this case, the new resident’s registration cost VND 1.5 million and the landlord requested an extra VND 4 million in rent.
What the community said
Check the lease clause on the permitted number of occupants. If it names two residents, the landlord can require approval and an additional payment for a third person, even for a four-bedroom house.
6 days ago Two-occupant lease limit
Registering an additional resident does not automatically amend the rental terms. In the reported case, registration cost VND 1.5 million, while the owner separately asked for a VND 4 million rent increase.
6 days ago VND 1.5m registration; VND 4m rent increase
If a friend will live with you, agree on the new occupancy limit and rent with the landlord before they move in, and put the change in writing. Statements from previous tenants do not override the terms in your own lease.
6 days ago Written lease amendment