Sale of land - without this verification by a notary, the transaction will not be valid.

The transaction of buying and selling land in Ukraine requires a careful approach. The notary checks key aspects of the transaction to prevent fraud and ensure its legality.

The notary verifies the presence of a complete set of necessary documents for the transaction, including the state act or extract from the State Register of Real Rights, the cadastral number, a certificate of the intended purpose of the land, and others.

The notary checks the valid ownership rights by referring to the State Register of Real Rights on real estate to ensure the legality of the transaction.

It is important to verify the intended use and boundaries of the plot to ensure compliance with their purpose.

The notary checks whether the land is not under arrest, pledged, or in litigation to avoid blocking the transaction.

In case of selling land by one spouse, the notary checks for the consent of the other spouse.

The notary verifies the power of attorney of the representative for the sale of the land plot.

The notary checks the sources of the buyer's funds to prevent money laundering.

The notary checks the taxation issues of the transaction and the payment of the relevant taxes.

After checking all aspects, the notary draws up the notarial contract, signs it by the parties, and makes changes to the State Register of Real Rights.

The average cost of private notary services depends on the complexity of the transaction, the location of the plot, and other factors, but in both cases, it is mandatory.

Notaries play a key role in the process of buying and selling land plots in Ukraine, ensuring the legality and legitimacy of transactions. An important part of this process is the verification not only of documents but also of various aspects such as ownership rights, intended use, and sources of funds, making the transaction safe for all parties. A properly drawn up notarial contract is a guarantee of protection of the rights of the participants in the transaction.