Eviction Risk Check

Helps tenants and occupiers see how close a housing problem is to eviction, whether what is happening follows the legal process, and what to do next.

Private. Your employer never sees your answers. This is general legal information, not legal advice. In South Africa only a court order can lawfully evict someone from their home. This check helps you see where you stand.

Private: your answers stay on this device and are not saved. You can stop at any time.

Are you behind on rent right now?
Has your landlord given you a written letter saying the lease is cancelled or you must leave?
Have you received court papers about eviction (an application or a notice with a court date)?
Has a sheriff come to your home with a court order?
Has your landlord locked you out, removed your belongings, or cut your water or electricity?
Do you have a written lease?
Have you tried to talk to your landlord about a payment plan?
Do children, older people or someone with a disability live with you?
Would you have somewhere safe to stay if you had to leave?
Is anyone in your home threatening or hurting you?