Renting · email template
Chase an unreturned tenancy deposit
Use this when your deposit has not been returned or deductions have not been explained.
Send to Your former landlord or letting agent · checked 14/09/2026
Have these to hand before you write
- Tenancy end date and deposit amount
- The deposit scheme name and reference if you have it
- Check-in and check-out inventory or photographs
Suggested subject line
Return of tenancy deposit for [YOUR ADDRESS]
Opening lines
My tenancy at [YOUR ADDRESS] ended on [DATE]. My deposit of [AMOUNT] has not been returned in full. Please return the outstanding amount, or provide an itemised breakdown with evidence for each deduction.
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