Tamil Nadu
Rental Policy

Managing Rental Property in Tamil Nadu from Abroad

Managing rental property in Tamil Nadu while living abroad can be challenging—especially if you are not up to date on the latest tenancy rules. Tamil Nadu follows the Regulation of Rights and Responsibilities of Landlords and Tenants Act, 2017, which replaces the old rent control system and brings greater transparency and protection for both landlords and tenants.

Key things NRIs should know

• Written and registered agreements are mandatory: Every tenancy must be documented and registered to be enforceable.
• Oral agreements are not legally valid: Handshake deals leave you unprotected under the Act.
• Define rent, deposit, tenure, and maintenance: Spell out money flow, duration, increases, and upkeep responsibilities in the agreement.
• Faster dispute resolution bodies exist: The Rent Authority, Rent Court, and Rent Tribunal are dedicated forums for tenancy issues.
• Eviction is permitted for non-payment or violations: Non-payment of rent or breaching agreed terms can justify eviction under the Act.

Why this matters for NRIs

Many NRI property issues stem from informal agreements, weak documentation, and lack of follow-up in India. Even strong laws cannot protect you if compliance is poor, which can lead to stalled rent, delayed maintenance, or protracted disputes.

How NRI Service Desk helps

• Agreement drafting and registration: End-to-end preparation and registration that align with Tamil Nadu’s tenancy rules.
• Tenant screening and rent collection: Verified tenants, scheduled collections, and transparent accounting.
• Property inspections and reporting: Regular on-site checks with photographic reports so you see the property’s condition from abroad.
• Legal coordination and compliance: Liaising with legal partners to act quickly on notices, defaults, or tribunal filings.

NRI Service Desk — managing your property in India while you live abroad. Connecting Indians Globally.