How to Write a Rent Agreement in Pakistan — Step by Step

How to Write a Rent Agreement in Pakistan — Step by Step

Published: March 2026  ·  6 min read

A rent agreement is a legal contract between a landlord and tenant. A proper agreement protects both parties and prevents disputes. Here is how to write one correctly in Pakistan.

Step 1 — Use Stamp Paper

The agreement must be written on stamp paper of appropriate value. In Sindh, a Rs. 500 to Rs. 1,000 stamp paper is typically used for residential rent agreements.

Step 2 — Include These Essential Details

• Full names and CNIC numbers of both landlord and tenant
• Complete property address with property description
• Monthly rent amount in both numbers and words
• Security/advance deposit amount and conditions for refund
• Lease start and end date (usually 11 months for residential)
• Utility bills responsibility — who pays electricity, gas, water
• Notice period — how much notice is required to vacate (usually 1 month)

Step 3 — Signatures and Witnesses

Both landlord and tenant must sign and thumb-print the agreement. Additionally, two witnesses must sign with their full names and CNICs.

Step 4 — Keep Copies

Make at least two original copies on stamp paper — one for the landlord and one for the tenant.

Step 5 — Optional: Notarisation

For extra legal protection, you can get the agreement attested by a notary public. Recommended for high-value properties or long-term leases.