Why does my lease last for 1 year even if I stay 4-5 months?

You've booked a room or an apartment and noticed your lease is for a duration of one year? Don't worry, this is completely standard.

For simplicity and standard practice, even for short-term stays, the lease agreement is typically set for a minimum of one year.

If your stay is less than a year, you simply need to notify your landlord, ensuring you give at least one month's notice before you plan to leave.

For more information on how to terminate a lease agreement, we encourage you to consult this article.