Application: Required Documents for Tenants in Austria

As a tenant in Austria you often need specific documents when submitting applications, reporting repairs or preparing legal actions. This guide explains step by step which documents landlords, the district court or authorities expect, how to collect evidence and which deadlines apply. You will get a practical checklist for rental agreements, handover records, photos of damage, invoices and correspondence as well as tips for secure storage. I also explain when you should submit forms via JustizOnline and how to structure evidence for disputes. The goal is to support you so that applications are processed faster and your rights as a tenant are clearly explained. Read on for step-by-step checks and templates.

Which documents you need

When filing an application or reporting defects, the right evidence is crucial. Keep the following documents ready:

• Rental agreement and any addenda.
• Handover record and photos (photo) of damage.
• Invoices and receipts (receipt) for repairs and costs.
• Correspondence, emails and SMS as evidence (evidence).
• Bank statements for rent payments (rent) and account records.
• Defect reports or repair requests (repair) to the landlord.

How to collect and secure documents

Organize documents chronologically and create digital copies. Photograph damage immediately and note date and time. Save emails and messages as PDFs, name files clearly and keep originals ready.

• Create a digital folder with photos (photo), records and invoices.
• Keep a copy of your rental agreement and all documents (form) with versions and dates.
• Store payment proofs (rent) and bank statements in order.

Submitting applications and deadlines

If you file an official application or prepare legal action, submit complete documents and observe the district court deadlines. Some procedures require electronic submissions via JustizOnline^[2]. For disputes, the Mietrechtsgesetz (MRG) may contain key rules on repair obligations and tenant and landlord duties^[1].

FAQ

What deadlines apply for reporting defects?

Report a defect in writing as soon as you notice it; delays can weaken your claims.

Which evidence is most important?

Photos, handover records, invoices and payment proofs are most important to document condition and communication.

When must I use JustizOnline?

Electronic submissions in court procedures and certain forms are handled via JustizOnline; check the district court requirements.

How-To

1. Collect evidence: systematically gather photos (photo), records and invoices.
2. Write a formal defect notification (form) to the landlord with a deadline.
3. Attach payment proofs (rent) and cost estimates if cost coverage is requested.
4. Submit full documents to the district court if necessary and use JustizOnline for electronic filing.

Help and Support

• [1] RIS — Legal Information System
• [2] Justiz.gv.at — Court information
• [3] JustizOnline — Electronic filing

1. [1] Mietrechtsgesetz (MRG) — RIS
2. [2] JustizOnline — Forms