Land Register
A land register extract (Grundbuchauszug) is the official, complete transcript of all entries held for a specific plot of land or property at the land register of the local court (Amtsgericht). Every land register record begins with a cover sheet, followed by the inventory section and three divisions: Division I (Who is the owner?), Division II (Encumbrances and restrictions, such as rights of way, rights of residence, and pre-emption rights) and Division III (Land charges, such as mortgages or bank charges). The structure is always the same.
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GRUNDBUCHAUSZUG (BEGLAUBIGT)
The Grundbuchauszug (beglaubigt) is an official certified copy of the land register, which is a public record regulating property ownership. This document confirms the legal ownership of the property and is required in certain official processes.
What's included
- Certified copy of the property entry in the land register.
Special terms & delivery time
- Typically provided within 7 to 10 days. Delays may occur in larger cities due to the high volume of requests.
- An additional 20 euros of authority fees may apply, which will be invoiced separately if required.
GRUNDBUCHAUSZUG (UNBEGLAUBIGT)
The Grundbuchauszug (unbeglaubigt) provides an uncertified copy of the property entry in the land register. It serves as an informational document that reflects the current ownership status but is not legally binding.
What's included
- Uncertified copy of the property entry in the land register.
Special terms & delivery time
- Typically provided within 7 to 10 days. Delays may occur in larger cities due to the high volume of requests.
- An additional 10 euros of authority fees may apply, which will be invoiced separately if required.
BEWILLIGUNGSURKUNDE (ABTEILUNG II)
The Bewilligungsurkunde (Abteilung II) is a valid authorization document from Section II of the land register, covering encumbrances and restrictions, such as easements or servitudes, on the property.
What's included
- All relevant land register sheets for the property from Section II.
Special terms & delivery time
- Typically delivered within 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the workload and the age of the documents (physical or digital). Delays beyond 4 weeks may occur in larger cities.
- A copying fee of 0.50 euros per page may apply, depending on the issuing office.
BEWILLIGUNGSURKUNDE (ALLE ABTEILUNGEN)
The Bewilligungsurkunde (Alle Abteilungen) includes valid authorization documents from all sections of the land register, providing a complete overview of all entries related to the property.
What's included
- All relevant land register sheets from all sections.
Special terms & delivery time
- Typically delivered within 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the workload and the age of the documents (physical or digital). Delays beyond 4 weeks may occur in larger cities.
- A copying fee of 0.50 euros per page may apply, depending on the issuing office.
BEWILLIGUNGSURKUNDE (ABTEILUNG III)
The Bewilligungsurkunde (Abteilung III) provides valid authorization documents from Section III of the land register, which details property mortgages and related encumbrances.
What's included
- All relevant land register sheets for the property from Section III.
Special terms & delivery time
- Typically delivered within 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the workload and the age of the documents (physical or digital). Delays beyond 4 weeks may occur in larger cities.
- A copying fee of 0.50 euros per page may apply, depending on the issuing office.
TEILUNGSERKLÄRUNG
The Teilungserklärung is the declaration by the property owner to the land registry that the property is to be divided into co-ownership shares. This document is often necessary when converting a single property into multiple ownership units.
What's included
- Declaration of division of the property into co-ownership shares.
Special terms & delivery time
- Typically delivered within 4 to 6 weeks, with potential delays in larger cities.
- A copying fee of 0.50 euros per page may apply, though costs can vary depending on the issuing office.
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Published on
01 April 2025
Latest update on
29 April 2026
A simple copy or computer printout of the current land register data. No official legal evidential value. Sufficient for personal records, an initial review when purchasing a property, for architects during planning, or a non-binding credit inquiry with a bank.
The land registry office (or a notary) confirms with an official seal, stamp, and signature that this extract is an exact and complete match with the original. Considered a public document with full legal evidential value before courts and authorities. Required for the final completion of a property financing at the notary appointment, debt restructuring, court proceedings, or registering a land charge.
The uncertified extract is usually available for download within 24 hours. The certified extract is usually available within 7 to 10 business days. In major cities, longer waiting times should be expected.