Conducting a search of the land in Kenya is a crucial process to verify the ownership of land and clean the land of disputes or legal liens. This is a step-by-step process on how to conduct a search of the land in Kenya.
Begin by obtaining a copy of the title deed from the owner. The title deed should bear a title number to utilize during the search. Secondly, prepare all the necessary documents, which include a copy of your National ID card, the Personal Identification Number (PIN) certificate obtained from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), and the land title number of the property.
To conduct the search, visit the Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning offices or conduct the search on the website via the eCitizen portal. Fill in the Search Application Form and pay the fee payable, usually Ksh 500. To conduct an online search, log in to eCitizen, go to the Ministry of Lands & Physical Planning, click on Land Search, enter the title deed number, and submit the application. Payment is possible through M-Pesa, and upon processing, you can download the search results.
Upon obtaining the search results, ensure the name of the registered owner tallies with that of the seller and check whether there are encumbrances like court action, loans, or government action. If it is leasehold land, confirm the lease balance. Conduct a field trip with a surveyor to determine land boundaries and hire the local authorities or neighbors to verify claims of ownership. To perform further verification, you can order a Green Card search from the local land registry to obtain historical records of ownership.
Additionally, hiring a real estate attorney to perform due diligence ensures that all documents are valid and legal. Shelta Investments Limited is committed to securing all these vital considerations in the process of helping our clients purchase the land. We conduct extensive due diligence on all our projects, providing clear title over the property, valid documents, and complete transparency in every transaction. In addition to that, Shelta Investments Limited ensures that all the processes are accomplished with ease, allowing clients to get their title deeds within time, giving them peace of mind and security within their investment.
A search in land is important in evading fraud, disputes, and loss of funds. Make sure that all transactions are legitimate and you receive proper documents following the search. At Shelta Investments Limited, you are assured of a hassle-free, secure, and dependable real estate investment process.
