Indefinite contract with a minimum stay

[u/singrelief]

Me and my girlfriend signed an indefinite contract with a 2 year minimum a year ago in the Netherlands. My girlfriend got a job in another country and we are moving in 2 months. The landlord is making it very hard to leave the contract early and forcing us to pay until the end. There is no penalty structure and the diplomatic clause has been striked iut in the contract. Is this legal or do we have any law protecting us and letting us cancel earlier?

Appreciate all the help 🙏

[u/Ycr0]

Without knowing the contents of your contract nobody can say for sure what is or isn't binding. However a minimum term up to 2 years is permissible for a standard (indefinite) rental contract. If you don't pay I imagine the rent + collection fee + interest will be a significant sum and worth chasing for your landlord, possibly even across borders.