Land Registry Office General Information

Here you will find general information on viewing the land register, extracts, entries and the jurisdiction of the land registry office.

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Detailed description

If you are buying a property or would like to find out more about one, it is worth taking a look at the land register. There you will find important information about ownership, rights and encumbrances.


The land register is a public register maintained by the land registry offices at the local courts. It documents the private legal status of a property – that is, who the owner is, what rights third parties have to it, and whether the property is encumbered.



A land register extract contains all current entries for a specific property. It provides information on whether, for example, a right of way, a right of residence, a mortgage, or a land charge exists. A preliminary entry, which secures a planned change of ownership, may also be recorded.



By consulting the land register, you can identify and avoid legal risks, such as a property being unknowingly encumbered with debts or rights of use.



You can request an extract from the land register if you can demonstrate a legitimate interest, for example as the owner or because you want to inherit or buy it.



Entries in the land register are legally significant declarations that create, modify, or delete rights to a property.

  • Property rights (Section I of the land register),
  • Encumbrances such as rights of way, rights of residence or usufruct rights and
  • Restrictions, such as reservations (Section II) and
  • Real estate encumbrances, such as land charges, mortgages or annuity charges (Section III).

They are carried out by the responsible land registry office at the local court and concern the so-called land register folios for each individual property.

 

Information

Prerequisites

For data protection reasons, you may only view the land register if you have a legitimate interest.



You can, for example, gain insight into

  • as the owner of the property or
  • as a creditor who wishes to pursue enforcement proceedings (proof required) or
  • as heir or heir.
  • If you wish to purchase the property, you will need the consent of the owner.
  • If you are entitled to inspect the land register, you can request a copy. This is subject to a fee.

You can have entries made in a land register as

  • owner
  • buyer
  • Creditor
  • certifying notary public.

Documents required

  • Identity card or passport with registration certificate
  • unless you are the owner yourself:
    • Power of attorney, rental agreement, or other proof of your authorization
  • Optional: Specify the cadastral district and sheet number (for example, Kirchwerder, sheet 1111)

Depending on the type of registration, you will need the following documents for registration in the land register:

  • Purchase agreement, gift agreement or certificate of inheritance in case of transfer of ownership
  • notarial deed for land charge or mortgage
  • Granting of easements for rights of way
  • Conveyance (in case of change of ownership: agreement on the transfer of ownership)
  • Tax clearance certificate from the tax office (for property purchases)

Please note


You can only request access to the land register by mail or fax. You cannot submit the request by email.

If you specify the folio number and the cadastral district, the correct land register folio can be assigned quickly and precisely.

Registration is not possible in most cases without the involvement of a notary, especially for changes of ownership or mortgages. A notary public ensures the correct form is used and forwards the documents directly to the land registry.

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Procedure

  • You must submit a written request, including the required documents, to inspect the land register. Alternatively, you can schedule an appointment with the relevant office and complete the application on-site.
  • The responsible authority will review your application and make a decision.
  • You will be granted access to the land register.
  • You can request an extract from the land register.
  • You will receive an invoice.
  • They will cover the costs.
  • You will receive the land register extract.
  • You apply for registration in the land register in writing with the required documents to the responsible authority.
    • As a rule, the notary's office applies for the registration on your behalf and also submits the (notarized) documents.
  • The responsible authority will check your application and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness. If necessary, they will request further documents or information from you.
  • The competent authority enters the right or rights in the relevant section of the land register.
  • You will receive a registration notification.
  • You can obtain a land register extract upon request.
  • You will receive the invoice.
  • They pay the fees.

Processing time



The processing time depends on the individual case.

Fees


  • Simple withdrawal: 10 EUR

  • certified (official) extract 20 EUR



  • If you request the extract in writing, you may receive an invoice.



  • Fees are charged for registration in the land register. The amount of the fees depends on the value of the right to be registered.

Legal remedies

No legal remedy is provided for.

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Last updated: 08.02.2026