Deed of surrender
A written agreement ending a tenancy by mutual consent.
2 min read · Updated 2 August 2026
Overview
A surrender ends a tenancy early by agreement between landlord and tenant. Recording it in a signed deed of surrender removes any argument about when liability for rent ended and confirms that possession was given back voluntarily.
Legal requirements
- Surrender must be genuinely mutual — pressure to leave can amount to harassment.
Practical guidance
- State the end date, the return of keys, the rent position and the deposit arrangements in the document.
This wiki entry is general information for UK landlords and letting agents, not legal advice. Rules differ across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland — check your local requirements or take advice before acting.