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Replacement of Lost/Burnt/Stolen/Misplaced/Ordinary Certificates/Lease

Overview

In case someone has lost/burnt/stolen/misplaced his or her Certificate /Lease, he or she shall approach the Land Board for replacement.

Who is eligible?

Holders of the Land Title

How do I get this service?

Letter requesting for replacement of certificate/lease.

What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of valid Omang/ID
  • Affidavit from Botswana Police
How long will this service take?

One Month

How much does it cost?
  • P20 for certificate
  • P 40.00 for lease
Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Lands and Water Affairs
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.

Replacement of Lost/Burnt/Stolen/Misplaced/Ordinary Certificates/Lease

Overview

In case someone has lost/burnt/stolen/misplaced his or her Certificate /Lease, he or she shall approach the Land Board for replacement.

Who is eligible?

Holders of the Land Title

How do I get this service?

Letter requesting for replacement of certificate/lease.

What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of valid Omang/ID
  • Affidavit from Botswana Police
How long will this service take?

One Month

How much does it cost?
  • P20 for certificate
  • P 40.00 for lease
Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Lands and Water Affairs
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.

Plot Inheritance

Overview

Inheritance is the process of obtaining land rights (property) from someone who is no longer alive. This applies to land allocated by both Landboard and Chiefs.

Who is eligible?
  • Motswana
  • Persons so designated by the will
  • As agreed between the siblings and verified by bogosi
  • Attained age of majority
How do I get this service?
  • Letter from Bogosi confirming inheritance
  • Resolution from beneficiaries indicating heir / will
  • Letter from the heir accepting the inheritance
  • Completion of APPLICATION FOR TRANSFER OF LAND RIGHTS form
What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of Omang/ID (heir, beneficiaries or witnesses)
  • Copy of death certificate of previous owner
  • 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)
  • Original Copy of the certificate of the late owner
  • In case of plots that predate the land board, a letter from Bogosi confirming allocation
  • Letter from Bogosi confirming inheritance
  • Resolution from beneficiaries indicating heir / will
  • Letter from the heir accepting the inheritance
How long will this service take?

Three months

Related Forms
APPLICATION FOR TRANSFER OF LAND RIGHTS FORM (407.55 KB)
How much does it cost?

The service is free

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Lands and Water Affairs
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.

Plot Inheritance

Overview

Inheritance is the process of obtaining land rights (property) from someone who is no longer alive. This applies to land allocated by both Landboard and Chiefs.

Who is eligible?
  • Motswana
  • Persons so designated by the will
  • As agreed between the siblings and verified by bogosi
  • Attained age of majority
How do I get this service?
  • Letter from Bogosi confirming inheritance
  • Resolution from beneficiaries indicating heir / will
  • Letter from the heir accepting the inheritance
  • Completion of APPLICATION FOR TRANSFER OF LAND RIGHTS form
What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of Omang/ID (heir, beneficiaries or witnesses)
  • Copy of death certificate of previous owner
  • 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)
  • Original Copy of the certificate of the late owner
  • In case of plots that predate the land board, a letter from Bogosi confirming allocation
  • Letter from Bogosi confirming inheritance
  • Resolution from beneficiaries indicating heir / will
  • Letter from the heir accepting the inheritance
How long will this service take?

Three months

Related Forms
APPLICATION FOR TRANSFER OF LAND RIGHTS FORM (407.55 KB)
How much does it cost?

The service is free

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Lands and Water Affairs
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.

Conversion from Customary to Common Law

Overview

Once granted land under customary grant, there is provision to convert such to common law grant. The grantee will be issued with a legal agreement of lease to confirm their right of occupancy for a specific period of time.  The length of the lease is 99 years. 

Who is eligible?
  • Motswana
  • Attained age of majority
How do I get this service?

To apply for a Memorandum of Agreement of Lease follow the steps below:

What supporting documents are required?
  • Copy of Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
  • Copy of Instrument signed under Married Persons Property Act (proof of Marriage regime if married and Affidavit if not married)
  • Certified copy of National Identification card (Omang)
  • Original (Customary) Plot Certificate
How long will this service take?

Three months

Related Forms
Application for Customary Land Rights Form (75.81 KB)
How much does it cost?
  • P150 for preparation of a sketch plan
  • P10 Application fee
  • P100 lease preparation (business/Agricultural plot)
  • P60 once off payment in case of a residential plot
Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Lands and Water Affairs
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.

Conversion from Customary to Common Law

Overview

Once granted land under customary grant, there is provision to convert such to common law grant. The grantee will be issued with a legal agreement of lease to confirm their right of occupancy for a specific period of time.  The length of the lease is 99 years. 

Who is eligible?
  • Motswana
  • Attained age of majority
How do I get this service?

To apply for a Memorandum of Agreement of Lease follow the steps below:

What supporting documents are required?
  • Copy of Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
  • Copy of Instrument signed under Married Persons Property Act (proof of Marriage regime if married and Affidavit if not married)
  • Certified copy of National Identification card (Omang)
  • Original (Customary) Plot Certificate
How long will this service take?

Three months

Related Forms
Application for Customary Land Rights Form (75.81 KB)
How much does it cost?
  • P150 for preparation of a sketch plan
  • P10 Application fee
  • P100 lease preparation (business/Agricultural plot)
  • P60 once off payment in case of a residential plot
Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Lands and Water Affairs
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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