# Sign the lease | Accommodation | Moving to Ireland > When signing a lease for a rental property in Ireland, it's important to consider the following factors: Source: https://www.movingtoireland.co/guides/accommodation/sign-the-lease/ Accommodation · Step 8 of 12 # Sign the lease 1 min read · Updated 13 September 2026 When signing a lease for a rental property in Ireland, it's important to consider the following factors: **Rent and security deposit:** Make sure you fully understand the amount of rent you will be paying each month, as well as any security deposit required. **Lease term:** Make sure you are comfortable with the length of the lease and whether it is a fixed-term or rolling lease. **Maintenance and repair responsibilities:** Make sure you understand who is responsible for any maintenance or repairs that need to be carried out. **Restrictions and conditions:** Make sure you understand any restrictions or conditions that apply to the use of the property, such as restrictions on subletting or making alterations. **Utilities and services:** Make sure you understand what utilities and services are included in the rent, such as electricity, or internet. **Termination clause:** Make sure you understand the terms under which either you or the landlord can end the lease, and the notice period required. **Insurance:** Make sure you understand whether you need to take out insurance to protect your personal belongings and if so, who will be responsible for the cost. It is important to carefully read and fully understand all the terms and conditions of the lease before signing, and if you need any clarification, seek advice from a legal professional. ![](https://www.movingtoireland.co/apple-touch-icon.png) You have read 30% of this guide ## Keep reading in the Moving to Ireland app The rest of **Sign the lease** — about 1 minute more — is in the app, free to download, alongside 98 other guides and a checklist built around your own move. [Download free on the App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/moving-to-ireland/id6446055261) iPhone and iPad · no account needed ## More on accommodation [All 12 guides in this section](https://www.movingtoireland.co/guides/accommodation/) - ### [How to rent accommodation in Ireland](https://www.movingtoireland.co/guides/accommodation/how-to-rent-accommodation-in-ireland/) Renting accommodation in Ireland can be a challenging process, but with the right tips, you can make it a smooth experience. Whether you're a student, a… 2 min read - ### [Determine your budget](https://www.movingtoireland.co/guides/accommodation/determine-your-budget/) When renting accommodation in Ireland, it's important to be prepared for a few upfront costs. Here are a few key things to keep in mind: 1 min read - ### [Research the area you want to live in](https://www.movingtoireland.co/guides/accommodation/research-the-area-you-want-to-live-in/) Before making any decisions on where to live in Ireland, it is crucial to conduct thorough research on the areas you're interested in. Take the time to… 1 min read - ### [Accommodation searching](https://www.movingtoireland.co/guides/accommodation/accommodation-searching/) When looking for a rental property in Ireland, you have the option of working with a property manager or the owner directly. To view a potential… 2 min read Keep going ## Get the full housing roadmap in the app Moving to Ireland turns 99 guides into a personal checklist. Tell it your passport, whether you have moved yet, and who is coming with you, and it lays out every step in order — from the visa to the bins. - Step-by-step checklist - Tailored to your passport - Pre-move & post-move - Family & pet sections [![Download Moving to Ireland on the App Store](https://www.movingtoireland.co/images/app-store-badge.svg)](https://apps.apple.com/app/moving-to-ireland/id6446055261) ★★★★★ 4.9 on the App Store [![Expats who settled in Ireland, two five-star App Store reviews, and the Moving to Ireland app showing its relocation checklist](https://www.movingtoireland.co/images/app-social-proof.webp)](https://apps.apple.com/app/moving-to-ireland/id6446055261)