The rent for your apartment is agreed upon in your tenancy agreement and is not subject to VAT. The tenant pays the fixed surcharges in accordance with the tenancy agreement. Also, the water, heating and electricity used are paid for according to meter readings. The above fixed surcharges and other utilized services are subject to VAT.
The Security deposit amounts to two (2) months’ rent, which must be transferred into the Landlord's bank account. Specific terms and conditions are set out in the tenancy agreement.