This is the unique number of the erf as it appears on the Surveyor General’s diagram. It is the legal description of your property. You will find it on the reverse side of your rates account, in the line containing the address. Type the number, without the suburb name.
Below is How To Find An ERF Number In South Africa
How do I find out who owns a property in South Africa?
Searching for these documents online can be done at www.deeds.gov.za, my deed search South Africa, or at DeedsWeb. DeedsWeb is the official site of the National Department of Rural Development and Land Reform.
It disseminates information about all matters involving property ownership.
How do I do a deed search in South Africa?
go to any deeds office (deeds registries may not give out information acting on a letter or a telephone call)
go to the information desk where an official will help you to complete a prescribed form and explain the procedure.
request a search on the property, and.
pay the required fee at the cashier’s office.
How do I transfer property to a family member in South Africa?
The transfer of the property is usually in the form of a donation (a gift) or the sale of the property to the child.
A written contract must be entered into between the parent and child, or family members.
How much does it cost to change ownership of a house in South Africa?
The R4,500 fee which the municipality says you have to pay is probably transferred duty. This could involve a lawyer, called a conveyancing attorney, who transfers the title deed of the house from your mother’s name into your name.
How do I get a copy of my title deeds in South Africa?
Deeds Registration. The Deeds Office is responsible for the registration, management, and maintenance of the property registry of South Africa.
To obtain a copy of a deed or document from a deeds registry, you must: go to any deeds office, pay the required fees, or request a search on the property online via DeedsWEB.