Georgia Notice to Vacate (2026)
Georgia notice to vacate: Tenancy at will: 60 days from the landlord (O.C.G.A. §44-7-7, per the DCA handbook). Posted in a sealed envelope on the door AND delivered by any additional method in the lease (§44-7-50(d)).
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Georgia: key facts
- Notice to Vacate
- Tenancy at will: 60 days from the landlord (O.C.G.A. §44-7-7, per the DCA handbook).
- How to deliver
- Posted in a sealed envelope on the door AND delivered by any additional method in the lease (§44-7-50(d)).
- Required wording
- No statutory wording; the 3-day notice must offer to pay all or vacate.
- Federal rules
- Properties with a federally backed mortgage or federal program may need 30 days' notice; HUD-subsidized housing is not supported.
- Only a court can evict
- Never change locks, remove belongings or shut off utilities.
Official sources: HB 404 (2024) — signed text · Georgia Landlord-Tenant Handbook (DCA) · Last reviewed: October 2026
How it works
- Answer questions about the tenancy and the delivery date. The form checks the Georgia deadline.
- See a free preview of your notice.
- Pay once and download PDF + Word, with a Proof of Service and delivery instructions.
Frequently asked questions
- How many days does a Georgia notice to vacate give the tenant?
- Tenancy at will: 60 days from the landlord (O.C.G.A. §44-7-7, per the DCA handbook).
- How do I deliver an eviction notice in Georgia?
- Posted in a sealed envelope on the door AND delivered by any additional method in the lease (§44-7-50(d)).
- What if I give too few days?
- A notice that gives fewer days than the law requires is invalid and the court case can be dismissed. Our form calculates the earliest allowed date and blocks earlier ones; giving more days is generally fine.
- Can I change the locks or remove the tenant myself?
- No. Only a court can order an eviction. Self-help evictions are illegal.
- Can I get it in Spanish?
- Yes. You serve the signed English notice; you also get a Spanish translation you may hand over as a courtesy, plus Spanish instructions.
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