Question 1

What is the Tenancy Agreement Template for Private Residential Property?

Accepted Answer

DPTWG recommended tenancy agreement template for the lease of a private residential property (Schedule + signatures). Fill the Schedule below and export the completed Private Residential Tenancy Agreement. The Operative Part is fixed prescribed text; the Inventory List and Property Condition Report annexures print blank for completion by hand at the joint inspection. Signatures are added by hand after printing.

Question 2

How do I fill in the Tenancy Agreement Template for Private Residential Property on PropKaki?

Accepted Answer

Enter the details in the fields on this page, then click "Download filled PDF". PropKaki overlays your entries onto the official prescribed template and gives you the completed PDF — ready to print and sign. The form's prescribed wording is never altered.

Question 3

Will the completed form look exactly like the official template?

Accepted Answer

Yes. PropKaki overlays your entries onto the original PDF template. The prescribed wording, layout, footers, and page numbering remain exactly as the official version — only the blank fields you fill in get populated.

Question 4

Can I sign this form electronically?

Accepted Answer

PropKaki produces a completed PDF with signature lines left blank. Signatures are added by hand after printing, or you can use your own e-signature tool (DocuSign, Adobe Sign, etc.) before sharing the document.

Question 5

Does PropKaki store the information I enter?

Accepted Answer

No. Your entries stay in your browser session — PropKaki generates the completed document on the fly and does not retain a copy of what you typed. Close the tab and the data is gone.

Question 6

Is a tenancy agreement legally binding in Singapore?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A tenancy agreement is a legally binding contract between landlord and tenant once signed. The DPTWG (Digitalised Property Transactions Workgroup) tenancy agreement template is a recommended industry template — its use is not mandatory, but the template covers the standard terms most leases need.

Question 7

Who pays the stamp duty on a tenancy agreement?

Accepted Answer

By default under the Stamp Duties Act (Section 34(a) and the Third Schedule), the tenant is liable to pay the stamp duty unless the agreement provides otherwise. The party paying stamp duty is set in ITEM 12 of the template's Schedule.

Question 8

What is the Problem-Free Period?

Accepted Answer

The Problem-Free Period (typically 30 days from commencement) is a window during which the landlord is responsible for rectifying any defects the tenant identifies in writing. After this period, the tenant becomes responsible for minor repairs up to the maintenance cap stated in the Schedule.

Question 9

What is the diplomatic clause / break clause?

Accepted Answer

The diplomatic (break) clause lets a foreign tenant terminate the tenancy early if they are transferred out of Singapore, cease employment, or are required to leave the country. It typically requires a minimum tenancy period (commonly 12 months) plus a notice period (commonly 2 months). The clause is optional — it only applies if explicitly enabled in the Schedule.

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