Document background
The Deed of Gift of Immovable Property is a crucial legal instrument in Pakistani property law, used when an owner wishes to transfer property to another person without receiving any consideration in return. This document type is commonly used for family transfers, charitable donations, or religious endowments. It must strictly comply with the Transfer of Property Act 1882, Registration Act 1908, and Islamic law principles of Hiba (gift). The deed requires careful drafting to include essential elements such as clear identification of parties and property, explicit declaration of gift, immediate transfer of possession, and proper attestation. It's particularly important in Pakistani jurisdiction as it must balance both civil law requirements and Islamic legal principles, making it distinct from similar documents in purely common law jurisdictions. The document must be registered with local authorities and proper stamp duty must be paid to ensure legal validity.
