Whether you are a landlord renting out your property or a tenant signing a new place, having a proper tenancy agreement in place protects both sides. Without one, disputes over deposits, repairs and notice periods become very difficult to resolve.

A tenancy agreement in Malaysia sets out the monthly rent, deposit amounts, tenancy duration, house rules and what happens when either party wants to end the arrangement. It is the document you refer back to whenever something goes wrong.

With TYH & Co, you can generate a Malaysia-compliant tenancy agreement online for RM49. It covers residential homes, condominiums and apartments, commercial spaces, room rentals and industrial units. Fill in the details, download the PDF instantly, and both parties sign. The whole process takes under 10 minutes. If you want a lawyer to review it or need help with LHDN e-stamping, you can add those as separate options after downloading.

What your tenancy agreement covers

Landlord and tenant details. Property address and furnished status. Monthly rent, security deposit and utility deposit. Payment due dates and late payment penalties. House rules on pets, smoking, subletting and Airbnb. Repair responsibilities and minor repair thresholds. Option to renew and early termination notice period.

How it works

Select your tenancy type. Fill in both parties’ details and property information. Set your financial terms and clauses. Pay RM49. Download your print-ready PDF instantly.

FAQs — Tenancy Agreement Malaysia

1. Is a tenancy agreement legally required in Malaysia?

There is no law that strictly requires a written tenancy agreement in Malaysia, but having one is strongly advisable. Without a written agreement, both landlord and tenant have very little protection if a dispute arises over rent, deposits or notice periods. A signed tenancy agreement is the clearest way to establish what was agreed.

2. Does a tenancy agreement in Malaysia need to be stamped?

Yes. A tenancy agreement should be stamped at LHDN within 30 days of signing. An unstamped agreement is not admissible as evidence in court if a dispute arises. TYH & Co can assist with e-stamping for RM30 plus the stamp duty amount if you need help with this step.

3. What deposits are standard for a tenancy in Malaysia?

The standard practice in Malaysia is two months security deposit and half a month utility deposit. Some landlords request three months security deposit for higher-value properties. These amounts are agreed between the parties and should be clearly stated in the tenancy agreement.

4. Can I use this tenancy agreement for room rental in Malaysia?

Yes. TYH & Co covers room rentals as a separate tenancy type. The generator adjusts the relevant clauses to suit a room rental arrangement, including shared facility terms and occupancy rules.

5. What happens if a tenant refuses to leave after the tenancy ends in Malaysia?

If a tenant overstays after the tenancy has ended and refuses to vacate, the landlord may need to apply to court for a vacant possession order. A properly signed and stamped tenancy agreement is essential evidence in such cases. TYH & Co can also assist with a demand letter as a first step before legal proceedings.

6. Can I add my own special conditions to the tenancy agreement?

Yes. The generator includes a special conditions field where you can add any additional terms agreed between the landlord and tenant. These will appear as part of the final agreement. For anything complex or unusual, we recommend adding a lawyer review to make sure the clause is properly worded.