Frequently Asked Questions about Najem Okazjonalny

It’s a residential lease signed before a notary. The tenant designates an address to which they commit to move out if the lease is terminated. To confirm that address, a guarantor statement is provided — a document from the owner of the indicated dwelling.

The landlord is a natural person (owner) who does not run a rental business. Tenants can be Polish citizens or foreigners, including students and contract employees.

Yes. Najem Okazjonalny is signed at a notary’s office, and the guarantor statement may be notarized or made in simple written form.

Typically up to 10 years, most often 1–2 years with an option to extend. The exact term depends on the parties’ agreement.

It depends on the notary’s fees and the type of guarantor statement. As a rule of thumb: notarial setup of the lease costs about 200–400 zł, and the guarantor document may add 100–300 zł.

It’s negotiable, but in practice the tenant usually pays, as they are most interested in concluding the lease.

The landlord can initiate a faster eviction process in case of breach, avoiding lengthy proceedings. They are also better protected against non-payment.

The tenant gets clear, notarially confirmed terms — protection against arbitrary termination and “grey” rental practices.

The landlord may start a court eviction procedure, which is significantly quicker than with a standard lease.

Yes. Foreigners can sign such leases. The key is to have a valid guarantor statement and proper notarial formalities.

No. Each statement is issued for a specific lease and a specific tenant.

You must find a new guarantor and issue a new statement; otherwise the lease may be deemed invalid.