How long do I have to file?

You must file within 1 year of the tenant moving out. After that, you lose your LTB remedy.

Can I file if the tenant was evicted?

Yes, as long as it is within 1 year of when the tenant vacated or was removed from the unit.

What about the last month’s rent deposit?

You must credit the last month’s rent deposit (plus any accrued interest) against the arrears before filing.

Can the LTB enforce payment?

The LTB can order the former tenant to pay, but enforcement may require filing the order with the Small Claims Court.

How long do I have to file?

You must file within 1 year of the tenant moving out. After that, you lose your LTB remedy.

Can I file if the tenant was evicted?

Yes, as long as it is within 1 year of when the tenant vacated or was removed from the unit.

What about the last month’s rent deposit?

You must credit the last month’s rent deposit (plus any accrued interest) against the arrears before filing.

Can the LTB enforce payment?

The LTB can order the former tenant to pay, but enforcement may require filing the order with the Small Claims Court.

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Who needs this form?

Landlords owed rent by a former tenant who has already moved out

When to use it

When a tenant has vacated but still owes rent. Must file within 1 year of the tenant moving out.

What happens next

The LTB can order the former tenant to pay the amount owed. Filing fee: $186 (online) paid to the LTB.

Note: The LTB charges a separate government filing fee ($186 online / $201 by mail), paid directly to the LTB when you file.

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Related forms you may need

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Ontario's most affordable LTB form preparation — starting at $9

Landlord FormCurrent as of 2026~7 min to complete

They Moved Out. They Still Owe Rent. File the L9.

The L9 lets you collect rent arrears from a former tenant — but you have 1 year from move-out to file. Don't wait.

File when a former tenant has moved out but still owes rent. Must be filed within 1 year of the tenant vacating.

No subscription. One-time payment. Instant PDF download.

Compare Your Options

Licensed Paralegal

$500 – $2,000

Appointments needed

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6–8 week waitlist

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Free

Risk of errors & delays

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Instant • Accurate • Done in minutes

BEST VALUE

Incorrect forms get dismissed at the LTB, wasting months of waiting time.

Common Mistakes That Get Forms Dismissed

❌Missing the 1-year deadline — after that you lose your LTB remedy
❌Not having a clear record of rent owed vs. deposit applied

Every day you wait extends your timeline. The LTB backlog means delays compound.

50+ users filed this form this month

One-time payment · Instant download · No subscription

Who needs this form?

Landlords owed rent by a former tenant who has already moved out

When to use it

When a tenant has vacated but still owes rent. Must file within 1 year of the tenant moving out.

What happens next

The LTB can order the former tenant to pay the amount owed. Filing fee: $186 (online) paid to the LTB.

Note: The LTB charges a separate government filing fee ($186 online / $201 by mail), paid directly to the LTB when you file.

Frequently Asked Questions

Related forms you may need

Application to Evict a Tenant for Non-payment of Rent and to Collect Rent the Tenant Owes

Application to End a Tenancy and Collect Rent the Tenant Owes

Ready to prepare your L9?

LTB Ready guides you through every field with plain-English questions and automatic calculations. No legal knowledge required.

One-time payment · Instant download · No subscription

They Moved Out. They Still Owe Rent. File the L9.

The L9 lets you collect rent arrears from a former tenant — but you have 1 year from move-out to file. Don't wait.

File when a former tenant has moved out but still owes rent. Must be filed within 1 year of the tenant vacating.

No subscription. One-time payment. Instant PDF download.

They Moved Out. They Still Owe Rent. File the L9.

The L9 lets you collect rent arrears from a former tenant — but you have 1 year from move-out to file. Don't wait.

File when a former tenant has moved out but still owes rent. Must be filed within 1 year of the tenant vacating.

No subscription. One-time payment. Instant PDF download.