Title Deed
The official legal document issued by the government that proves ownership of a specific parcel of land in Kenya.
Also known as: Title, Certificate of Title, Land Title
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A title deed is the primary document proving land ownership in Kenya. It is issued by the Ministry of Lands and contains the registered owner's name, the parcel identifier (LR or IR number), the size of the land, and any registered encumbrances.
Important Considerations
- A title deed alone does not guarantee the seller is the current owner — always conduct an official search
- Title deeds can be forged; verification against Land Registry records is essential
- Kenya is transitioning from paper-based titles to a digital land information system
- Older title formats (such as green cards) are still valid but may need to be converted
Litmus cross-references parcel identifiers from title deeds against court and gazette records to provide additional verification layers.
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