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The Land Certificate is a document issued by the Prefect certifying customary rights established on a rural parcel. It is a pathway to a Land Title. Holders have 3 years to request registration.
The Land Certificate is issued by the Prefect at the conclusion of the land survey conducted by sworn investigating commissioners under the supervision of AFOR (Agence Foncière Rurale / Rural Land Agency). It attests to the recognition of customary rights over a rural parcel and constitutes a bridge toward a Land Title.
The holder of a Land Certificate submits a registration application to AFOR with the original certificate, the surveyor's technical file, the IDUFCI, and proof of publication in the Official Journal.
3 years to request registration from the date of issuance of the Land Certificate (Law No. 98-750, Article 17). After this deadline, the State may proceed with ex officio registration at the expense of the defaulting owner.
Koffi, a farmer in Gagnoa, obtained his land certificate following the land survey conducted in his village. He now has 10 years to finalize the registration of his plot and obtain a definitive Land Title.
Loi n°98-750 du 23 décembre 1998. Décret n°2019-266 du 27 mars 2019. Décret n°2023-238 du 5 avril 2023 (Articles 30-43).
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