Caution Fee in Nigeria: How To Get Your Money Back

  Caution Fee in Nigeria: How To Get Your Money Back

By: Pelumi Adelowokan | Reading time: 4 mins

Caution Fee in Nigeria: How To Get Your Money Back


 The caution fee deposit is supposed to protect the landlord.

But in Nigeria, disputes over deposit refunds are extremely common.

Many tenants complain they never receive their deposit back when they move out.

How Caution Fee Work

Deposits are usually collected to cover:

1. Property damage

2. Unpaid utility bills

3. Cleaning costs

The deposit is not supposed to be used as extra rent.

How To Protect Yourself

Before moving in:

1. Take photos of every room

2. Record property condition

3. Send copies to the landlord or agent

Before moving out:

1. Clean the apartment properly

2. Fix minor damages

3. Give proper notice

The Biggest Mistake Tenants Make

Not documenting property condition during move-in.

If there is no record, disputes become difficult to resolve.

If you want more transparent rental experiences, search properties through ExpertListing, where listings often include clearer property condition details.

Key tips:

1. Get deposit rules in writing.

2. Keep payment receipts.

3. Request inspection during exit.

Documentation saves money.

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