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Step 1: Prepare all the required documents

Gathering and preparing all the necessary documents listed below which is vital to transfer a land title in the Philippines. This will help ensure a smooth and hassle-free process. Ensure you obtain an original copy and two photocopies of the BIR requirements for the land title transfer.

Here is a list of land title transfer requirements:

• Notarized Deed of Sale (DOAS): This legal document transfers the property’s ownership from the seller to the buyer. 

• Tax Identification Number and ID of the buyer and the seller: Both parties involved in the transaction should have their tax identification numbers (TIN) and valid IDs ready.

• Certified True Copy of Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT) for a house or a lot: This document proves the ownership of the property and is necessary to transfer land title in the Philippines.

• Certified True Copy of Condominium Certificate of Title (CCT) for condominiums: This document is for parties buying or selling a unit.

• Tax Clearance: This document certifies that the property has no pending tax obligations. 

• Certified True Copy of Tax Declaration: This form states the property’s assessed value for tax purposes. Real Property Tax for the current year: 

• Pay the Real

• Property Tax for the current year and obtain the official receipt.

• Management certificate from the condominium administration: If the property is a condominium unit, you will need a certificate from the condominium administration that verifies the management of the property.

• Certificate of non-tenancy from the condominium administration: This certificate states that the property is not currently tenanted and is needed for condominium units.

• Photo of the property for sale: Include a recent photo of the property you buy or sell.

• Certificate of No Improvements: This document declares that no improvements have been made to the property sold or bought. 

• Special Power of Attorney (SPA): If someone other than the property owner is signing the Deed of Sale, a Special Power of Attorney is required to transfer the land title in the Philippines.Certificate of the Philippine Consulate: If the Special Power of Attorney was executed while you were abroad, you will need a certificate from the Philippine Consulate authenticating the document.

• Marriage Certificate, Birth Certificate, and Certificate of No Marriage: These documents may be required for verification. 

• Vicinity map or location map of the property: Include a vicinity map or location map that clearly shows the property’s location.

• Other documents required by the Register of Deeds: Additional documents such as consolidation of ownership or mortgage settlement may be necessary depending on the specific requirements of the Register of Deeds.

Steps to Transfering Property Title