Land Purchase Verification Steps
A practical checklist for verifying land ownership and reducing property fraud risks before making a payment.
Confirm the seller’s identity
Request official identification and confirm that the seller is authorised to act for the owner or company. Treat pressure to pay before verification as a warning sign.
Verify ownership independently
Ask the relevant local authority or deeds office to confirm the property details and registered owner. Do not rely only on copies supplied by an agent or family contact.
Use an independent legal practitioner
Have an independent conveyancer review the title documents, sale agreement, permissions, and any outstanding obligations before signing or transferring funds.
Keep a complete record
Retain the agreement, receipts, identity documents, correspondence, property plans, and verification results in a secure location.
This guide provides general information, not legal or consular advice. Confirm current requirements with the relevant official authority and seek independent professional advice for significant transactions.