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How long does it take to finalise a lease and move into a furnished apartment in Gurugram from abroad?

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The realistic timeline from first contact to move-in key handover is 10–21 days if you are making decisions from abroad. Shortlisting takes 2–3 days, virtual tour 1–2 days, lease negotiation and documentation 5–7 days, and deposit transfer to key handover 2–3 days. Delays usually come from company lease approval cycles, not apartment availability.

The fastest path to move-in is arriving with three decisions already made: move-in month, budget band, and whether you need a 2BHK or 3BHK. With those fixed, a shortlist of 2–3 apartments from the four societies can be built in under 48 hours. A virtual tour (video call + society walkthrough) is typically arranged within 1–3 business days.

Lease documentation for an individual takes 3–5 days: passport copy, visa, employment letter, PAN (if available), and company details if it is a company lease. Company leases add a corporate authorisation layer that can extend the process by 5–7 days if HR or legal approvals are needed. Starting the paperwork before landing in India is the single biggest time-saver.

Deposit is typically transferred by NEFT/IMPS 1–2 days before key handover. The 57-item inventory walkthrough takes 1–2 hours at the apartment. Same-day move-in after inventory sign-off is possible in most cases. FRRO registration at the apartment address must be completed within 14 days of arrival for foreign nationals.

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