17. Transfer of the Tenancy in France

In the event of death, or abandonment of the property by the tenant, then it is possible that others have a right to the tenancy of the property.

We shall the review what happens in each of the following circumstances:

1. 17.1. Married Couples
2. 17.2. Civil Partnerships
3. 17.3. Free Union
4. 17.4. Other Family Members

17.1. Married Couples

Even though only one of the parties may have signed the tenancy agreement, the law recognises a joint tenancy from the outset.

Accordinly, in the event of the death of a sole tenant, the tenancy is automatically transferred to the surviving spouse, who need simply inform the landlord of the death.

The surviving spouse also has a right to claim the tenancy even though they may not have been living in the property at the time of death of the tenant.