Evicting a bad tenant in Newfoundland and Labrador costs ~$7,320.
How Newfoundland and Labrador handles evictions
Section of Service NL handles disputes.
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Newfoundland and Labrador eviction cost FAQ
How much does it cost to evict someone in Newfoundland and Labrador?
TenantFort estimates a contested eviction in Newfoundland and Labrador at around $7,320 all-in: a $20 filing fee, roughly 3 months of lost rent ($3,300 at a typical $1,100/mo), plus legal fees, property damage beyond the deposit, and turnover costs, using national planning figures for those three. Uncontested cases cost less.
How long does an eviction take in Newfoundland and Labrador?
Roughly 90 days (~13 weeks) from notice to lockout, as an estimate; contested cases take longer. Section of Service NL handles disputes.
How much is the eviction filing fee in Newfoundland and Labrador?
$20, filed with the Residential Tenancies Section. Service, writ, and execution fees are typically extra and vary by county/court.
What court handles evictions in Newfoundland and Labrador?
Evictions in Newfoundland and Labrador are handled by the Residential Tenancies Section.
Sources & methodology
The filing fee is the Residential Tenancies Section's published fee; it has not yet been checked against the official fee schedule for this page, so confirm it with the court before you file. The timeline and typical rent are estimates. Property damage ($2,000), legal fees ($800) and turnover ($1,200) are round planning figures, the same for every province and territory, not costs measured in Newfoundland and Labrador. Real costs vary by county, whether the tenant contests, and the market.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Consult a local attorney for your specific situation.