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Acquiring a title deed in Kenya is a legal process that ensures land ownership is recognized and protected. Below is a step-by-step guide:

1. Conduct a Land Search at the Ministry of Lands  

✅ Visit the local Lands Registry (or use eCitizen for digital search).

✅ Provide the land reference number (LR Number).

✅ Pay the search fee (Ksh 500 - Ksh 1,000).

✅ Obtain an official land search report to verify ownership, disputes, or encumbrances.

2. Obtain Land Control Board (LCB) Consent (for Agricultural Land)

✅ Apply for Land Control Board (LCB) consent if transferring
 agricultural land.

✅ Pay Ksh 1,000 for board meetings.

✅ If urgent, a special LCB meeting costs Ksh 5,000.

3. Prepare a Sale Agreement (If Buying Land)

✅ Draft a Sale Agreement with a lawyer.

✅ Pay a deposit (10%-30% of the land price).

✅ Ensure the agreement is signed by both parties and witnesses.

4. Payment of Stamp Duty

✅ Pay Stamp Duty at Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).

4% of land value (urban areas).

2% of land value (rural areas).

✅ Get a Stamp Duty assessment form for tax compliance.

5. Lodging Documents for Title Transfer

Submit the following to the Lands Registry:

✅ Original title deed (from the seller).

✅ Land search certificate.

✅ Stamped sale agreement.

✅ Transfer forms signed by both parties.

✅ Land Control Board Consent (if required).

✅ KRA PINs and ID copies of both buyer and seller.

6. Title Processing and Issuance

✅ The Ministry of Lands processes the transfer.

✅ A new title deed is issued in the buyer's name.

✅ Collection takes 2-6 months, depending on location.

7. Register the New Title Deed

✅ After collecting the new title, register it at the local Lands Office.

✅ The land record is updated in your name.

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