Key Takeaways
- • Both sides bring ID cards, house registration and the original title deed
- • If mortgaged, arrange the bank to redeem it on transfer day
- • Prepare cashier's cheques per payee plus cash for fees
Transferring title at the Land Office is simpler than feared — but people often arrive with a missing document and have to reschedule. Prepare fully and finish in one trip.
What each side needs
| Party | Key documents |
|---|---|
| Buyer | ID, house registration, cashier's cheque |
| Seller | ID, house registration, original deed |
| If married | Marriage cert + spouse consent |
| If company | Company affidavit + director ID |
Money and mortgages
If the buyer is financing, the loan officer attends to register the mortgage same-day. A still-mortgaged seller must have their bank redeem it concurrently. Split cashier's cheques per payee; bring cash for fees and taxes.
Smooth-day tips
Call ahead for quiet times, arrive early for a queue ticket, and make sure names match exactly across documents.
References
- Department of Lands — rights and juristic act registration
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