Document background
A Real Estate Deed in Belgium is a fundamental legal document used to transfer property ownership and must be executed before a notary public. This document is essential for any property transaction in Belgium, whether residential, commercial, or industrial. The deed serves multiple purposes: it officially records the transfer of ownership, documents the agreed terms and conditions, includes mandatory declarations about the property's status, and ensures compliance with various legal requirements. Belgian law requires specific content and format for these deeds, including detailed property descriptions, ownership history, urban planning compliance, environmental certificates, and tax-related declarations. The document must comply with both federal Belgian law and regional regulations (Brussels, Flanders, or Wallonia, depending on the property's location). The Real Estate Deed becomes legally binding upon notarial execution and subsequent registration with the Land Registry.
