What is to evict a Tenant?
An eviction is the court-ordered removal of a tenant from the property where they reside.
How To Evict A Tenant In South Africa?
To initiate the eviction process, landlords must provide tenants with a written notice to evict.
The notice period required will depend on the specific circumstances and reasons for eviction, as outlined in the Rental Housing Act. Generally, the notice period ranges from 30 to 90 days.
What is the urgent eviction process in South Africa?
An Urgent Eviction Process applies to situations where landlords can prove, among other things, that imminent harm will be caused to their property by their tenant unless the tenant is evicted quickly.
The landlord will then serve a notice to the tenant requesting that they rectify their breach.
How long does it take to evict a tenant in South Africa?
In South Africa, a landlord cannot immediately evict you without following the due processes.
If the landlord has formally canceled your lease agreement and asked you to move out, and you do not, they can go to court to get an eviction order. This process can take six to eight months.