Documents to check before buying land
What should I check?
Use this as a starting list for your lawyer — not as legal advice.
- Title and ownership. Confirm the seller's ownership and the chain of title. Check for disputes, mortgages or other encumbrances.
- Land records. For land in Maharashtra (Vengurla), this includes the 7/12 extract; check the survey number, area and boundaries match what you're buying.
- Land classification and permitted use. Agricultural or non-agricultural (NA)? What can you build or grow?
- Approvals. Which approvals apply to the plot and to any farmhouse or cottage you plan — and who obtains them?
- The agreement. Payment schedule, timelines, responsibilities, and what happens if either side wants to exit.
Why does the state matter?
Land rules and record formats differ between states. The Goa Foreste and The Goa Seawoods are in Maharashtra; Goa Eco Village is in Goa. Your lawyer should be familiar with the relevant state's rules.
What about NRI buyers?
NRIs and OCIs generally cannot buy agricultural land or farmhouses without RBI approval. Read the guide for NRI & OCI buyers first.
Where do I get the documents?
Ask our team — we share the documents for the specific plot you're interested in. Unsure what a term means? See the glossary.
General information only — not legal advice.
Frequently asked
What is a 7/12 extract?
In Maharashtra, the 7/12 extract (Satbara Utara) is the land record that shows the owner, area and type of cultivation of a plot. It's one of the key documents to check for land in Vengurla.
Will Goa Eco Village share the documents?
Yes. We share the title documents, land records, approvals and draft agreement for the plot you choose, so your lawyer can review them before you commit.
See it for yourself
Walk the land, meet our team and find the right plot or cottage for you. We’ll arrange everything — including airport pickup.