Property verification in Bangladesh: the documents to check before you pay

Most property disputes in Bangladesh trace back to a document that was never checked. This checklist covers what to ask for.

Ownership documents

• Registered title deed (saf kabala or equivalent)
• Latest khatian and mutation in the seller's name
• Up-to-date khajna (land tax) receipts

Approval documents

• Approved building plan from the relevant authority
• For apartments: developer–landowner agreement and power of attorney
• Occupancy or completion documentation where available

Encumbrance and dispute checks

Ask a lawyer to search for mortgages, injunctions and pending litigation. Confirm no acquisition notice affects the plot.

Run a preliminary check

Use our property check tool for a preliminary review, then have a lawyer confirm the findings. Preliminary checks do not replace legal advice.