Transfer unregistered land or property to a third party after the death of a sole owner


Documents you need to send

The buyer or their solicitor will normally make this application and pay any fees.

If you want to submit this application, you'll need to complete:

  • form FR1 - First registration: application

  • form TR1 - Registered title(s): whole transfer there is also a "YouTube" video on completion of TR1 which may assist you.

  • form DL - Document list

  • Evidence of identity (please see below)

And send a certified copy of evidence of death. This can be either:

  • a grant of probate

  • letters of administration

  • a court order

You'll also need to send the original title deeds for the property.

Verifying your identity

Evidence of Identity is usually required for all parties to the transaction unless they are represented by a conveyancer. See Practice guide 67: evidence of identity for more information and the options available to you. 

Find out more about Devolution on the death of a registered proprietor.

How much it costs

The fee is based on the value of the transaction under scale 1 of our Registration services fees.

Where to send your application

HM Land Registry address for applications.