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Transfer Costs Calculator for property in South Africa 2025 | Conveyancing Fees
Are you wondering how much it costs to transfer a house title (or other property) in South Africa? The costs of Transfer relate to the Conveyancing fees and disbursements payable in order to facilitate the transfer of the property from the seller to the buyer. These costs are normally paid by the purchaser. Input the purchase price of your property into the calculator below, and it will estimate all the cost components for a property transfer: Then email lawyer@capetownlawyer.co.za and ask us to try beat the quote (best price guarantee)!
The various fees are:
- Transfer attorney fees: These fees cover the legal services provided by attorneys involved in facilitating the transfer of property ownership. They encompass tasks such as drafting and reviewing contracts, conducting due diligence, and ensuring all legal requirements are met throughout the transfer process. The Law Society of South Africa sets the level of Transfer Attorney Fees in line with the Deeds Registries Act 47 of 1937, Transfer attorney fees are negotiable with the client. Click here to see the level of conveyancing fees set from 27 May 2024.
- Postages & Petties. These fees cover various incidental expenses incurred during the transfer process, such as postage fees for sending documents, courier charges, and other small miscellaneous costs essential for administrative purposes.
- Deeds Office Fees. These fees are payable to the Government's Deeds Office for the registration of property transactions and based on the property's purchase price. They are stipulated in the Government Gazette. They cover the administrative costs associated with processing and recording the transfer of ownership in the official property records.
- Electronic Generation Fee. This fee pertains to the costs associated with electronically generating and processing the necessary documents for the transfer of property ownership. It includes expenses related to the use of digital platforms and technologies for document creation and transmission.
- FICA. The Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA) requires compliance measures to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing. FICA fees cover the costs associated with verifying the identity of clients, conducting risk assessments, and implementing due diligence procedures as mandated by regulatory authorities.
- Deeds Office Searches. These fees are incurred for conducting searches at the Deeds Office to verify property ownership, existing encumbrances, and any other relevant information pertaining to the property being transferred (ie to make sure that there are no conditions preventing the sale of the property). They contribute to the costs associated with ensuring the legality and validity of the transaction.
- Rates Clearance Fees. Charges for obtaining a rates clearance certificate from the municipality, confirming that all outstanding rates and taxes on the property have been settled. These fees cover the administrative costs involved in obtaining official clearance to transfer the property free of any outstanding financial obligations.
- Transfer Duty. This tax is imposed by the government on the transfer of property ownership and is based on the value of the property being transferred.
The expenses associated with transferring property ownership from the seller into the name of the buyer encompasses government fees such as transfer duty, legal expenses, and various payments that attorneys need to make for obtaining the necessary clearances. Please note that all values generated by the Transfer Cost Calculator are estimated figures and are subject to change. While precautions have been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information provided, we disclaim any liability for errors contained herein. CapeTownLawyer.co.za and related parties shall not be held responsible for any loss or damages arising from the use of this calculator under any circumstances.
For an official quote email lawyer@capetownlawyer.co.za
Property Sale/Purchase & Transfer
Transfer costs for property purchase price of R1,000,000
Transfer Attorney Fees R26,835
Postages & Petties R776
Deeds Office Fees R1,374
Electronic Generation Fee R794
FICA R460
Deeds Office Searches R345
Rates Clearance Fees R690
Transfer Duty R0
Total Transfer Costs (incl VAT) R31,274
Transfer costs for property purchase price of R10,000,000
Transfer Attorney Fees R97,503
Postages & Petties R776
Deeds Office Fees R3 615
Electronic Generation Fee R794
FICA R460
Deeds Office Searches R345
Rates Clearance Fees R690
Transfer Duty R897,600
Total Transfer Costs (incl VAT) R1,001,783
First time purchaser
Conveyancing fees are the same for first time purchases, as those who have purchased multiple properties.
Fixed cost conveyancing
Whilst overseas fixed cost conveyancing is becoming less rare, in South Africa it has not taken off as yet. Having said that, we are open to negotiating a lower fee for properties with high purchase prices. Email lawyer@capetownlawyer.co.za and let us know what you propose.
Property transfer & sale Info
Sellers of property & buyers, speak to a property lawyer before you hire an estate agent!
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