Registration of real estate ownership

Registration of real estate ownership

Real estate titling is a legal procedure that confirms and secures a person’s right to own, use and dispose of real estate (land, apartment, house, etc.). This process includes preparation of documents, registration of ownership in state registers and obtaining a certificate.

Stages of real estate title registration:

1. Preparation of title documents. In order to formalize ownership, you need to have supporting documents for real estate. Such documents include:
   
   • a contract of sale, gift, or exchange;
   • certificate of inheritance
   • court decision;
   • other legal documents (joint construction agreement, investment agreements).
2. Conducting a technical inventory (if necessary). A technical passport for a real estate object is prepared after a technical inventory, which involves assessing the actual condition and area of the object. This document is required for registration of ownership of newly constructed, reconstructed or overhauled facilities.
3. Obtaining a cadastral number (for land plots). If it is a land plot, you need to obtain a cadastral number. To do this, contact the State Land Cadastre. The procedure includes establishing the boundaries of the land plot and registering it with the SLC. It is impossible to register land ownership without a cadastral number.
4. Conclusion of a notarized agreement. In case of sale, donation or exchange of real estate, it is necessary to conclude a relevant agreement with a notary. The notary checks the title documents, the presence or absence of encumbrances on the property, and pays the state fee.
5. Registration of ownership in the State Register of Real Property Rights. After signing a contract or receiving an inheritance, the new owner must register his or her ownership. Registration is carried out through the State Registrar or a notary who is authorized to enter data into the register. To register, you must submit:
   
   • title deed;
   • technical passport (for buildings);
   • a document confirming payment of the administrative fee.
6. Obtaining an extract from the State Register of Real Property Rights. After registration, the new owner receives an extract from the State Register confirming his or her ownership of the real estate. This is an electronic document that is issued at the owner’s request.

Regulatory framework:

1. The Civil Code of Ukraine defines the general principles of property rights, the procedure for acquiring rights to real estate, and the conclusion of relevant agreements.
2. TheLaw of Ukraine “On State Registration of Real Property Rights and Encumbrances ” – regulates the process of registration of real property rights and establishes procedures for entering data into the register.
3. TheLaw of Ukraine “On Notaries ” defines the powers of notaries to certify real estate transactions.

The cost of registration of property rights

The cost of registration consists of several factors:

• notary services (fee for certifying the contract)
• administrative fee for registration of property rights;
• possible costs for technical inventory or preparation of a cadastral plan.

Grounds for refusal to register property rights:

• submission of an incomplete package of documents;
• encumbrances or seizures of real estate;
• invalidity of title documents.

Contact GlobalBud Ukraine

Registration of real estate ownership is an important step in protecting your property rights. Without proper registration, you will not be able to fully dispose of your property.

If you need assistance in registering your property rights, GlobalBud Ukraine specialists will provide comprehensive legal and technical support, taking into account all the requirements of the current legislation.