Contents Overview End a tenancy on behalf of someone else Find a new home (transfer) Give notice to end your tenancy Moving out checklist Returning keys Mutual exchange (swap homes with someone else) When a tenant dies Ending a tenancy on behalf of someone else You may need to end a tenancy on behalf of someone else when: the tenant has died the tenant isn't capable of ending the tenancy themselves Once you have the documents you need you can complete our End a tenancy on behalf of someone else form. When the tenant has died To end the tenancy you must provide: a copy of the death certificate proof you are the executor of the will Citizen's Advice Bureau provide independent help with dealing with wills. Please also read our guidance on what to do when a tenant dies. When the tenant isn't capable of ending the tenancy themselves This is usually when the tenant moves into a care home or hospital. To end the tenancy you must provide proof you have power of attorney. Citizen's Advice Bureau provide independent help with managing affairs for someone else.