In Ireland, your rights depend on whether the arrangement is a tenancy or a licence, not simply on what the agreement calls it. A tenant normally has protections under the Residential Tenancies Acts, including notice rules and access to the RTB dispute resolution service. A licensee, such as a lodger sharing the landlord’s home, is generally outside those Acts and may have fewer statutory protections, with rights mainly based on the agreement. The facts of the arrangement matter, so keep written records and seek advice from Threshold, Citizens Information or a solicitor if you are unsure.