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Estimate notary and registration fees

Approximate notary, land registry, certificates and extras for property transfers by city and value. Complements our legal templates and housing market data.

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Notary & registration fee estimator

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How the estimate works

• Notaría: Deed and authentication fees (percent of value + minimums).
• Registro: Land registry inscription fees.
• Certificados: Tradition certificate, tax clearance, etc.
• Otros: VAT, forms, approx extras.

Reference: 2026-06-05. Sources: Tarifas notariales + Superintendencia de Notariado y Registro + Alcaldías (ejemplos de referencia 2026). Obtén cotizaciones oficiales.

Rough estimates only. Get formal quotes from a notary public and the local land registry office. Splits between buyer/seller are negotiable. Not legal or financial advice.

Questions

How much do notary and registration fees cost approximately in Colombia?

Typically 1%–3%+ of property value (notary + registration + certificates) plus VAT and extras. Varies significantly by city, value, and property type. Use the estimator for reference and get official quotes.

Who pays the notary fees in a property sale?

Negotiated between parties (often 50/50 or seller covers some). The sales contract template should specify. Tradition certificates are often the seller's responsibility.

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