What Documents You Need to Rent an Apartment in Estonia (2025 Guide)
Landlords in Estonia prefer well-prepared tenants. Having the correct documents ready can help you secure an apartment faster — especially in competitive districts like Kalamaja, Kesklinn and Kristiine. Here is the full 2025 checklist, based on real rental trends from RNB.ee.
1. Valid ID (required)
You must provide at least one of the following:
- Estonian ID-card
- EU national ID-card
- Passport
- Residence permit card
This confirms your identity and legality of stay.
2. Proof of income (strongly recommended)
Landlords want to ensure stable monthly income. Accepted documents:
- last 3 months of payslips
- bank statements
- employment contract
- freelancer income report
3. Employment information
You may be asked for:
- company name
- position / field
- contract type (full-time, part-time, remote)
4. Short personal introduction
This helps landlords understand who will live in the apartment.
- age
- profession
- lifestyle (quiet, non-smoker, etc.)
- number of tenants
5. References from previous landlords (optional but helpful)
Especially useful for:
- students
- expats
- tenants with pets
6. Proof of ability to pay deposit
Deposit is usually:
- 1 month (most common)
- 2 months (premium apartments)
7. Pet documentation (if you have pets)
- vaccination records
- photo of the pet
8. Digital signing availability
Landlords prefer tenants who can sign the contract digitally:
- ID-card
- Mobile-ID
- Smart-ID
9. Documents NOT required in Estonia
- credit score
- guarantor (rare)
- criminal background certificate
Final tip
Prepare all documents in advance to increase your chances.
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