Renting and leasing services in Jersey

When renting out Jersey property, understanding your obligations as a landlord is paramount.

The accuracy of your lease agreement, compliance with mortgage provider terms and legal requirements are just some of the areas that need consideration.

Ogier’s team can help you understand these rules and more, including what needs to be in your lease, licensing requirements and how to handle deposits properly. We’re here to make sure you and your tenants are clear about your rights and responsibilities.

Our Residential Property team can advise on:

• what a Jersey residential lease must contain, and your rights and obligations associated with leasing a property
• the rental deposit scheme (Mydeposits Jersey) and your rights and obligations as a landlord
• applying for a Rented Dwellings Licence 
• the legal minimum standard of rental accommodation a tenant can expect in Jersey
• your legal requirements to produce a condition report within seven days of a lease agreement

Ogier can also support you through the changes under the Residential Tenancy (Jersey) Amendment Law 2025, which came into force on 15 April 2026. 

The reform materially reshapes Jersey’s residential tenancy regime and has practical implications for both landlords and tenants. We outline these in our briefing: key changes from the Residential Tenancy (Jersey) Amendment Law 2025

Our residential property lawyers will guide you through Jersey’s rental regulations and help safeguard your investment.