The Sublet Lease agreement is essential in situations where an existing tenant wishes to lease all or part of their rented property to another party in Malta. This document is crucial for ensuring legal compliance with Maltese property law, particularly the Civil Code of Malta and the Private Residential Leases Act 2020. The agreement details the rights and obligations of both the sublessor and sublessee, including rent payments, maintenance responsibilities, and term duration. It must align with the master lease terms and requires mandatory registration with the Malta Housing Authority. This type of agreement is commonly used in both residential and commercial contexts, such as when tenants need to temporarily relocate, want to share costs, or for business premises optimization. The Sublet Lease provides legal protection for all parties while ensuring transparency and compliance with local regulations.

1. Parties: Identification of the sublessor (original tenant) and sublessee, including full legal names, identification numbers, and addresses

2. Background: Context of the sublease, including reference to the master lease and confirmation of the sublessor's right to sublease

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Demised Premises: Detailed description of the property being subleased, including any specific areas excluded

5. Term and Commencement: Duration of the sublease and start date, ensuring compliance with master lease term

6. Rent and Payment Terms: Rent amount, payment schedule, method of payment, and late payment consequences

7. Deposit: Security deposit amount, terms of holding and return conditions

8. Utilities and Services: Responsibility for utility payments and services

9. Use of Premises: Permitted use of the property and any restrictions

10. Maintenance and Repairs: Responsibilities for maintenance and repairs between parties

11. Sublessee Obligations: Key responsibilities and obligations of the sublessee

12. Sublessor Obligations: Key responsibilities and obligations of the sublessor

13. Insurance: Required insurance coverage and responsibilities

14. Access Rights: Conditions under which sublessor/master landlord may access the premises

15. Termination: Conditions and process for early termination

16. Governing Law: Confirmation of Maltese law application and jurisdiction

17. Registration: Requirements for registration with Housing Authority as per Maltese law