The security deposit cannot be greater than one month's rent excluding service fees for unfurnished accommodation and two month's rent for furnished accommodation.
(Article 25 of Law No 2014-366 of 24 March 2014 on access to housing and the regeneration of urban planning)
Landlords can take insurance against the non-payment of rent or alternatively, require from the tenant to name a guarantor who will cover any debts subsequently incurred. This guarantor may be a private individual (family member, friend, etc) or a legal entity (bank or other organization)
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