India Guide: Housing & Rentals

Finding accommodation can be a time-consuming task, especially in a foreign country. Our housing & rentals guide explains where to look for apartments and accommodation, how to deal with local estate agents and what to bear in mind before signing a rental contract.

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  Introduction

  Housing options for foreigners in India

  For many years expatriates in India used to live in communities with special security arrangements. Today you will find expatriates throughout each city but there are still areas preferred by foreigners because of their safety, services and social life.

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  Apartment hunting

  How to find a flat in India

  Finding a good place to live in India can be a difficult experience. Most expatriates use a real estate agency or relocation company to make things easier. But you can also try to find accommodation on your own.

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  Rental contracts in India

  Contract types and conditions

  Renting in India can be a complicated experience. As in many places, there are traps and scams you need to watch out for when signing the rental contract.

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  Moving in

  Utilities, services and general precautions

  When you move into a new flat you have to set up a lot of things that might work quite differently in India than in your home country. This section will guide you through the most important issues, highlighting possible obstacles.

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