Rental bonds in Queensland
Key rules at a glance
| Maximum bond | 4 weeks' rent (the previous $700/week threshold was removed on 30 September 2024)Source: Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 (Qld) |
|---|---|
| Authority | Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA), via RTA Web Services or paper Bond Lodgement (Form 2)Source: rta.qld.gov.au |
| Lodgement deadline | Within 10 days of receiving the bondSource: RTRAA 2008 s.146 |
| Claim evidence | From 30 Sep 2024 a landlord lodging a claim must give the tenant supporting evidence within 14 days; failing to do so is an offenceSource: RTRAA 2008 s.125A |
| Disputes | Free RTA Dispute Resolution conciliation, escalating to QCATSource: RTA |
How it works in Queensland
Queensland processes bonds centrally through the RTA. Lodge online through RTA Web Services or with a paper Form 2 within 10 days of taking the money — holding an unlodged bond is an offence. At the end of the tenancy either party can start a refund, and since the September 2024 reforms a landlord claiming against the bond must back the claim with receipts, quotes, or a rent ledger given to the tenant within 14 days.
Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA)Frequently asked questions
How much bond can a landlord charge in Queensland?▾
Four weeks' rent. Since 30 September 2024 there is no longer a rent-level threshold that allowed a higher bond, so the four-week cap applies regardless of how high the rent is.
How long do I have to lodge a bond with the RTA?▾
Within 10 days of receiving it from the tenant. You can lodge online via RTA Web Services or post a paper Bond Lodgement Form 2.
What evidence do I need to claim against a bond in QLD?▾
Since 30 September 2024 you must give the tenant supporting evidence — receipts, quotes, or a rent ledger — within 14 days of lodging your claim. Not providing it is an offence.
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Last reviewed 9 June 2026
Figures reflect the 2025–26 financial year and tenancy laws in force as at mid-2026. State rules change often — always confirm the current figure with the linked authority before you rely on it.
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