Decision Hub
Housing
Rental risks, lease review, and landlord situations for foreigners in Taiwan.
Common situations
Reviewing a lease before signing
You want to understand what you are agreeing to before signing a rental contract.
Deposit dispute
Your landlord is refusing to return your deposit at the end of the lease.
Unregistered lease
Your landlord does not want to register the lease — what are the risks?
Lease termination before end date
You need to leave early — what are your options?
Foreigner discrimination in housing
You have been refused a rental because of your nationality.
Key things to know
→Always request a copy of the lease in advance — do not sign on the day.
→Unregistered leases protect landlords more than tenants — understand the tradeoffs.
→Deposit recovery disputes are common — document the unit condition at move-in.
→Early termination clauses vary widely — know what yours says before committing.
Edge cases this hub covers
•Landlord refusing to return deposit without valid reason
•Lease in Chinese only — no translation provided
•Subletting restrictions and AirBnB risk
•Dispute over utility costs or shared expenses
Not sure where your situation fits?
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