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Transfer of Land Rights

Overview

The process involves the transfer of already acquired land rights to another person or entity. The said plot should be fully developed.  In the event, the plot is not fully developed, the applicant should avail reasonable justification as to why it should be transferred.

Who is eligible?
  • Motswana
  • Non-citizen with the consent of the Minister responsible for Land Management
  • Registered company/societies.
How do I get this service?
What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of valid National Identification Card (Omang) from both parties
  • Original certificate of grant or lease agreement
  • Copy of Instrument signed under Married Persons Property Act (proof of Marriage regime if married and Affidavit if not married)
  • Decree absolute and court order where applicable
  • Copy of Death Certificate, in case of widow/widower,
  • Copy of Disability Card, in case of People Living with disability (PLWD)
  • Copy of Certificate of Incorporation, Company Registration and Shares Certificate for registered Companies
  • Copy of Certificate of Registration from Registrar of Societies for Societies
  • Letter of representation (For Societies/Churches/Business) or Power of attorney in case of companies
How long will this service take?

One Month

How much does it cost?

P100.00 transfer fee

Ministry submitting this Service
Where can I get more information on this Service

For more information, please contact any of the Ministry of Land Management, Water and Sanitation Services Headquarters (Customer Service) or any Land Boards from the Land Boards and their Subordinate Land Boards listing document or call the Ministry of Land Management, Water and Sanitation Services

Toll Free Number 0800 600 737 .

Opening hours are from 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

Transfer of Land Rights

Overview

The process involves the transfer of already acquired land rights to another person or entity. The said plot should be fully developed.  In the event, the plot is not fully developed, the applicant should avail reasonable justification as to why it should be transferred.

Who is eligible?
  • Motswana
  • Non-citizen with the consent of the Minister responsible for Land Management
  • Registered company/societies.
How do I get this service?
What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of valid National Identification Card (Omang) from both parties
  • Original certificate of grant or lease agreement
  • Copy of Instrument signed under Married Persons Property Act (proof of Marriage regime if married and Affidavit if not married)
  • Decree absolute and court order where applicable
  • Copy of Death Certificate, in case of widow/widower,
  • Copy of Disability Card, in case of People Living with disability (PLWD)
  • Copy of Certificate of Incorporation, Company Registration and Shares Certificate for registered Companies
  • Copy of Certificate of Registration from Registrar of Societies for Societies
  • Letter of representation (For Societies/Churches/Business) or Power of attorney in case of companies
How long will this service take?

One Month

How much does it cost?

P100.00 transfer fee

Ministry submitting this Service
Where can I get more information on this Service

For more information, please contact any of the Ministry of Land Management, Water and Sanitation Services Headquarters (Customer Service) or any Land Boards from the Land Boards and their Subordinate Land Boards listing document or call the Ministry of Land Management, Water and Sanitation Services

Toll Free Number 0800 600 737 .

Opening hours are from 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

Application for Change of Land Use

Overview

This is a process of changing the use of land granted by Land Board to a different use. One can change from single residential to multi residential and/or business plot such as commercial, industrial etc. arable fields can also be changed to commercial such as integrated farming, feedlot etc’

Who is eligible?

Plot holders

How do I get this service?

Complete Application for Customary Land Rights Form or Application for Common Land Rights Form (Customary/common law depending on the intended use).

What supporting documents are required?
  • No outstanding lease rentals for common law plots
  • Certified and valid copy of Omang/ID
  • Copy of marriage certificate (if not married Affidavit confirming marital status for business plots)
  • Copy of Instrument signed under Married Persons Property Act (Marriage In/Out of community of property)
How long will this service take?

1 month

How much does it cost?
  • P150 for preparation of a sketch plan
  • P10 Application fee
  • P100 lease preparation (business/Agricultural plot)
Ministry submitting this Service
Where can I get more information on this Service

For more information please contact the Land Board or Sub Land Board within the area of jurisdiction.

Opening hours are from 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays. 

Application for Change of Land Use

Overview

This is a process of changing the use of land granted by Land Board to a different use. One can change from single residential to multi residential and/or business plot such as commercial, industrial etc. arable fields can also be changed to commercial such as integrated farming, feedlot etc’

Who is eligible?

Plot holders

How do I get this service?

Complete Application for Customary Land Rights Form or Application for Common Land Rights Form (Customary/common law depending on the intended use).

What supporting documents are required?
  • No outstanding lease rentals for common law plots
  • Certified and valid copy of Omang/ID
  • Copy of marriage certificate (if not married Affidavit confirming marital status for business plots)
  • Copy of Instrument signed under Married Persons Property Act (Marriage In/Out of community of property)
How long will this service take?

1 month

How much does it cost?
  • P150 for preparation of a sketch plan
  • P10 Application fee
  • P100 lease preparation (business/Agricultural plot)
Ministry submitting this Service
Where can I get more information on this Service

For more information please contact the Land Board or Sub Land Board within the area of jurisdiction.

Opening hours are from 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays. 

Request for Consolidation/ Sub Division

Overview

This is the process of dividing or combining two or more plots. The end product is multiple title or one that encloses all plot areas combined. 

Who is eligible?

Holders of the land title.

How do I get this service?

This service is applied at the District Council. Once approved the applicant submits the approval letter to the Land Board for issuance of the new title.

What supporting documents are required?
  • Complete Customary / Common Law Land Rights application form
  • Certified copy of ID’s (Omang)
  • Locality sketch plan
  • Copies of certificates/ leases of the plot/ploughing field
  • Letter of representation (For societies/syndicates/Business / Companies
  • Site plan(s)
How long will this service take?

1 month

How much does it cost?

No payment, unless there is the desire to convert to common law lease whereat the costs are  outlined under conversions.

Ministry submitting this Service
Where can I get more information on this Service

For more information, please contact any of the Ministry of Land Management, Water and Sanitation Services Headquarters (Customer Service) or any Land Boards from the Land Boards and their Subordinate Land Boards listing document or call the Ministry of Land Management, Water and Sanitation Services

Toll Free Number 0800 600 737 .

Opening hours are from 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

Request for Consolidation/ Sub Division

Overview

This is the process of dividing or combining two or more plots. The end product is multiple title or one that encloses all plot areas combined. 

Who is eligible?

Holders of the land title.

How do I get this service?

This service is applied at the District Council. Once approved the applicant submits the approval letter to the Land Board for issuance of the new title.

What supporting documents are required?
  • Complete Customary / Common Law Land Rights application form
  • Certified copy of ID’s (Omang)
  • Locality sketch plan
  • Copies of certificates/ leases of the plot/ploughing field
  • Letter of representation (For societies/syndicates/Business / Companies
  • Site plan(s)
How long will this service take?

1 month

How much does it cost?

No payment, unless there is the desire to convert to common law lease whereat the costs are  outlined under conversions.

Ministry submitting this Service
Where can I get more information on this Service

For more information, please contact any of the Ministry of Land Management, Water and Sanitation Services Headquarters (Customer Service) or any Land Boards from the Land Boards and their Subordinate Land Boards listing document or call the Ministry of Land Management, Water and Sanitation Services

Toll Free Number 0800 600 737 .

Opening hours are from 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

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