Procedure
Apply via Agent
Apply In-Person:
- To Sub Dividing of Land in person, the applicant has to approach the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation link
- A plan should be drafted showing the plots or areas that are to be divided.
- Then, the applicant must obtain the application form from the Land commission office.
- Applicants should enter all the information in the application form.
- The applicant has to make sure that he or she has all the required documents that are required for this process to be successful and they can be found under the "Required Documents" section of this page.
- Applicants should attach photocopies of documents (whichever is necessary) along with the applicant form while submitting it at the office.
- Payment of appropriate fees should be made and that can be found under the "Fees" section of this page.
- A completed application form is submitted to the land commission office.
- On the receipt of the application the concerned official shall check the application and if the application meets requirement the official concerned shall register the application in the register concerned (or electronically through a PC) and put up the same before the authority for appropriate order.
- The authority concerned may pass an order on the same day or on the next working day, directing the Revenue Inspector or other revenue officer to sub-divide after fixing a date and serving the notice in respect thereof to all the tenure holders concerned.
- This work shall be completed within a period of three months from the date of the order passed by the respective authority.
- At the time of demarcation of the plot the spot memo shall be prepared by the Revenue Inspector or other revenue officer and the same shall be signed by all the parties concerned and by the Chairman of the Land Management Committee or any two independent witnesses present at the time of the sub-divide.
- If any party refuses to sign the spot memo, the endorsement to the effect shall be made by the LC office and further process will be taken as per case to case.
- The Revenue Inspector or other concerned officer shall submit his report of sub-dividing with spot memo within a period of fifteen days from the date of dividing.
- The processing time for this procedure takes 3 months.
Required Documents
- Title deed for the land
- Land survey plan
- Building permit
- Authorization from the Ministry of Housing
- Power of Attorney
- Notarized contract
- Tax clearance certificate
- Certificate of Ownership
- Declaration of consent from neighboring landowners
- Map of the subdivision
Office Locations & Contacts
Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation
Address: 1 Shooting Club Street - Dokki – Giza
Email: info.moa@agr-egypt.gov.eg
Business Hours: from 9 am to 2 pm
Fax: 0237498128
Phones: 0233372596- 0233372677- 19561
Postal Code: 11312
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Eligibility
- In Egypt, anyone can apply for subdividing land, provided that the applicant meets the legal requirements, such as being of legal age, having the proper paperwork, and owning the land in question.
Fees
- A fee for this procedure is has to be paid as per the authority’s request.
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Processing Time
- The processing time for this procedure takes 3 months.
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Instructions
- Visit the local government office in the area where the land is located. Ask for an application form for subdividing the land.
- Fill out the application form as accurately as possible. You will need to provide information such as the exact location of the land, the size of the land, and the purpose for which the subdivision is being requested.
- Submit the application form along with supporting documents, such as tax records and proof of ownership of the land.
- Pay the applicable fees and wait for the government’s decision.
- If the request is approved, you will be required to hire a surveyor who will create a map of the subdivision.
- Once the surveyor has submitted the map, the government will issue a permit and the land can be divided.
Required Information
- Applicant’s name
- Applicant’s address
- Contact number
- Owner’s details.
- Contact details.
- Address details.
- Land details.
- Contact and address of neighbouring properties.
Need for the Document
- Subdividing land in Egypt is important for several reasons. First, it allows for the efficient use of land resources. By breaking up large parcels of land into smaller parcels, it becomes easier to manage and develop the land, as well as to find buyers and tenants for it.
- Second, subdividing land ensures that the land is used in a way that benefits the most people. For example, by subdividing a large parcel of land into smaller parcels, it makes it easier to provide access to local amenities such as water, electricity, and sewer services.
- Finally, subdividing land in Egypt helps to promote economic growth by creating more opportunities for developers, investors, and entrepreneurs. By breaking up land into smaller parcels, it becomes easier for investors to buy and develop land, creating jobs and stimulating economic growth.
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