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Tenancy or lease renewal in Aruba

Written from published rules on 27 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Direct negotiation between Landlord (Verhuurder) and Tenant (Huurder). Rules here vary, so check carefully.

Renewing a tenancy or lease agreement in Aruba involves renegotiating terms with the property owner or management company. Once both parties agree on the new duration and rent, a formal lease extension or a new contract is signed to legally bind the arrangement.

Your timing

It is standard practice to initiate discussions for a lease renewal at least 60 to 90 days before the existing agreement expires. This allows sufficient time for negotiations and ensures that if a new agreement is not reached, both the landlord and tenant have time to arrange for property handover or relocation.

Start 60 days ahead

Provides a buffer for discussions, potential rent adjustments, and the drafting of the updated legal documentation.

The process

  1. 1Review the existing lease agreement to check for clauses regarding renewal notices or automatic extensions.
  2. 2Contact the landlord or property management company to express interest in renewing the lease.
  3. 3Negotiate the terms of the new agreement, including the rental rate and duration of the lease.
  4. 4Draft the new lease agreement or an addendum to the original contract.
  5. 5Review the updated contract carefully to ensure all terms align with current Aruban housing regulations.
  6. 6Sign the document in the presence of all parties involved to finalize the renewal.

What to bring

  • Original lease agreement
  • Valid identification (e.g., passport or Aruban ID card)
  • Proposed new lease contract or amendment document

Who handles it

Direct negotiation between Landlord (Verhuurder) and Tenant (Huurder)

There is no government-mandated fee for a lease renewal, but costs may vary based on private legal assistance if a notary or lawyer is hired to draft the agreement.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Failing to confirm whether the renewal includes a rent increase.
  • Overlooking changes to the terms and conditions compared to the original contract.
  • Not obtaining a signed copy of the new agreement for personal records.

Sources

This guide is based on one official source.

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