Land Registration Done For You.
Purchasing land in Ghana does not automatically make you the legal registered owner. The registration process through the Lands Commission is a critical step that protects your investment, and we handle every part of it on your behalf, from wherever you are in the world.
The Process
The 8-Step Registration Process
We manage every step on your behalf. Here is exactly what happens from instruction to registration completion.
Property Verification
Before registration begins, we verify the property itself. This is where most problems are discovered — and where we protect your investment before any money moves forward.
- Ownership verification
- Root of title verification
- Litigation check
- Encumbrance search
- Family ownership verification
- Stool land verification
- Government acquisition check
Official Lands Commission Search
A formal search is conducted through the Lands Commission to verify the current legal status of the title. Search fees vary by region and service level.
- Registered owner identity
- Existing interests
- Prior registrations
- Encumbrances
- Court actions and mortgages
- Restrictions on the title
Survey Verification
A licensed surveyor confirms the physical accuracy of the land. The survey plan is a required document for registration — no exceptions.
- Plot dimensions confirmed
- GPS coordinates verified
- Boundary markers checked
- Encroachments identified
- Site plan accuracy confirmed
Legal Document Preparation
All legal documents are prepared and reviewed. Names, land sizes, and property locations must match exactly across every submitted document.
- Indenture preparation
- Deed of Assignment
- Witness information
- Seller and buyer information
- Site plan endorsements
Stamp Duty Assessment & Payment
Stamp Duty must be assessed and paid before registration can proceed. The instrument submitted for registration must show evidence of payment — we manage this on your behalf.
Submission to Lands Commission
The complete application package is submitted to the Land Registration Division. We handle the full submission and tracking.
- Application form
- Original documents
- Site and survey plans
- All supporting documents
- Fees paid and confirmed
Examination & Processing
The Lands Commission reviews the complete application for legal compliance. Applications may be referred for inspection where necessary. We monitor the status and keep you updated throughout.
- Ownership records reviewed
- Survey information verified
- Existing registrations checked
- Mapping information confirmed
- Legal compliance review
Registration Completion
Upon approval, your land is formally registered in the government record. We collect and deliver the final certificate to you — wherever you are in the world.
- Registration number assigned
- Land recorded in government records
- Land Certificate issued
- Deed registered
- Final package delivered to client
What You Need
Documents Required for Registration
Requirements vary by location and ownership type. We advise you on exactly what is needed for your specific property.
Buyer Documents
Property Documents
Common Problems Found During Registration
These are the issues that cause most registrations to stall or fail — and exactly why working with a concierge service matters.
Name Mismatches
Names that differ between passport, indenture, and other documents — even a middle initial — require statutory declarations and supporting documentation before registration can proceed.
Incorrect Site Plans
Wrong coordinates, wrong dimensions, missing signatures, or incorrect ownership names on the site plan will cause the application to be rejected or referred back entirely.
Missing Family Consent
Particularly common with family lands, stool lands, and clan lands. Missing consent documentation is a major cause of failed registrations and future ownership disputes.
Double Sales
A seller transacts the same property with multiple buyers. A formal Lands Commission search before purchase is the only reliable protection — we conduct this as standard.
Boundary Encroachments
Discovered during survey verification — a neighbouring structure or use has moved beyond agreed boundaries. This must be resolved before registration can be completed.
Incomplete Seller Documents
Many sellers hold only receipts, allocation letters, or incomplete indentures. We identify exactly what is missing and advise on how to remedy it before registration is attempted.
One Service. One Dedicated Fee.
Gold Lion International charges a single facilitation fee for the full land registration process. Contact us to discuss your property and receive a quote — all government and statutory fees are separate and quoted clearly upfront.
What Your Service Fee Covers
One fee. End-to-end facilitation. No hidden charges from us.
Contact Us to Discuss Your Property
Every property is different — location, ownership type, existing documentation, and complexity all affect the process. Contact Jemkia directly and we will advise on exactly what your registration requires and what the fee will be.