The timetable
All regional windows
Published by MHCLG on 29 October 2026. Each end date is before midnight. You can register before the start date.
| Region | Opens | Deadline, before midnight |
|---|---|---|
| West Midlands | 15 December 2026 | 14 March 2027 |
| East of England | 15 January 2027 | 14 April 2027 |
| East Midlands | 15 February 2027 | 14 May 2027 |
| South East | 15 March 2027 | 14 June 2027 |
| Yorkshire and Humberside | 15 April 2027 | 14 July 2027 |
| North West | 15 May 2027 | 14 August 2027 |
| North East | 15 June 2027 | 14 September 2027 |
| London | 15 July 2027 | 14 October 2027 |
| South West | 15 August 2027 | 14 November 2027 |
Table checked on 31 October 2026. Sources: Landlord guidance on GOV.UK (opens in a new tab), Regions of England and their local councils (PDF) (opens in a new tab), Letting agent guidance on GOV.UK (opens in a new tab), Draft Private Rented Sector Database Regulations 2026 (opens in a new tab).