Tenant Eviction Legalities Belgium

Summary

In Belgium, landlords cannot evict tenants without a court order. Immediate eviction demands are illegal. Tenants have rights and protections against sudden eviction. Contact local legal aid services for assistance and support.

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my home owner where i rent an appartment from is demanding i pay the rent which i still owe him (2000euros) in * immidiate payment or if I don't pay now I have to move out right away so i will be homeless. I asked to pay in terms, like a payment plan but he doesn't agree with that. It's paying 2000euros today or packing my bags and live on the streets. Is that even legal?? He knows very well that I do not have 2000euros right away, so he knows by giving me those options that my only option actually is to leave and be homeless.what can i do
Hello Lieze,
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Belgium, there are specific rules governing landlord-tenant relationships:
- **Eviction Process**: A landlord cannot evict a tenant without a court order. They must follow due legal process.
- **Payment Plans**: Although not mandatory, landlords are encouraged to negotiate payment plans with tenants.
- **Tenant Rights**: Tenants have protection against sudden eviction.
You should contact a legal aid service or tenant association in Brussels for immediate help. Do you need contact information for any legal aid services or tenant associations?
yes please

Brussels Legal Aid Bureau (Bureau d'Aide Juridique de Bruxelles)


Phone: +* * * * *
Address: Rue de la RĂ©gence *, * Bruxelles
Website: www.aidejuridiquebruxelles.be

Union of Tenants (Union des Locataires)


Phone: +* * * * *
Address: Rue du Boulet *, * Bruxelles
Website: www.unionsdeslocataires.be

These organizations can provide you with legal advice and support to address your situation.
are they free of charge
Hello Lieze,
Yes, both the Brussels Legal Aid Bureau (Bureau d'Aide Juridique de Bruxelles) and the Union of Tenants (Union des Locataires) offer free services to individuals who meet certain criteria. They can provide you with the necessary legal assistance and support without charge.
do you know an organisation who speaks flemish
Hello Lieze,
Yes, I can provide you with information on an organization in Brussels that offers services in Flemish:

VIVAS vzw (Vlaamse Infolijn voor Vreemdelingen en Asielzoekers)


Phone: +* * * * *
Address: Rue de l'Association *, * Bruxelles
Website: www.vivasvzw.be

They offer legal advice and support and can assist you in Flemish.
so what he is making me choose from, paying now or leaving, is illegal?
Hello Lieze,
Yes, what your landlord is demanding is illegal. In Belgium, a landlord cannot force a tenant to leave without following the legal eviction process, which requires a court order. Immediate eviction without such a process is not allowed.
If you need more detailed assistance, please contact the organizations mentioned earlier. They can offer you free legal advice and support in your situation.