Documents Required on Ownership Transfer Day

A Complete Checklist for Buyers and Sellers

Ownership transfer at the Land Office is the final and most critical step in a property transaction. Missing documents may result in the transfer being postponed even if all terms have been agreed.

Document Overview

Documents are divided into three groups:

1. Seller documents

2. Buyer documents

3. Bank documents (if financing applies)

1) Seller Documents

• Original land title deed

• Original ID card and copy

• House registration and copy

• Name change certificate (if any)

• Power of attorney (if applicable) with duty stamp

• Copies of ID and house registration of attorney

2) Buyer Documents

• Original ID card and copy

• House registration and copy

• Name change certificate (if any)

• Payment instruments for transfer costs

3) Bank Documents (If Any)

• Loan agreement

• Mortgage registration documents

• Loan approval letter

• Bank cheques

• Previous mortgage release documents (if applicable)

FAQ

Q1: Can ownership be transferred if documents are incomplete?
A: No. All required documents must be complete.

Q2: Are copies acceptable instead of originals?
A: No. Originals are required for verification.

Q3: What is required for power of attorney?
A: Official Land Department form with duty stamp and supporting documents.

Q4: Must the bank attend the transfer?
A: Usually yes, through bank officers or appointed lawyers.

Q5: What does the buyer receive after transfer?
A: The land title deed and TD.13.