Yes. In 2026, you can request a Certified True Copy (CTC) of Title online through the Land Registration Authority (LRA) eSerbisyo Portal and have it delivered to your address in the Philippines.
But here’s the real question buyers should ask:
“Should I get a CTC before I pay any money?”
Yes—always.
Why do you need a Certified True Copy of Title when buying land
Picture this:
You’ve found the “perfect” lot. The seller sends you photos of a title. The price is good. You’re excited.
Then later, you discover one of these:
- The title photo was old (and already transferred),
- The property has annotations you didn’t know about (liens, adverse claims, etc.),
- The title details don’t match the seller’s story,
- The “title” shared is not the latest record on file.
A Certified True Copy (CTC) is the government-issued copy you use to verify what’s actually on record at the Registry of Deeds—so you can do due diligence with confidence.
Bottom line:
If you’re buying land in the Philippines, a CTC is one of the smartest “small expenses” that can save you from a very expensive mistake.
Step-by-step: How to get a Certified True Copy of Title online (LRA eSerbisyo)
Step 1: Go to the official LRA eSerbisyo website and create an account
Visit the LRA eSerbisyo Portal, register, and log in.
Step 2: Start a “Request for Certified True Copy” and input the title details
Prepare these details (you’ll encode them in the portal):
- Registry of Deeds where the title is registered
- Title Type (OCT / TCT / CCT)
- Title Number
(Tip: encode carefully—wrong Registry or wrong title number can delay the request.)
LRA eSerbisyo Portal
Step 3: Pay online
eSerbisyo allows online payment options (availability may vary), and you can also track your request status through the portal.
Step 4: Wait for delivery (door-to-door within the Philippines)
After payment and processing, the CTC is delivered to your preferred address in the Philippines.
Important notes buyers should know
You can request CTCs for OCT, TCT, and CCT through the portal.
The LRA highlights that requesting online helps avoid multiple RD visits and lets you track progress.
If you can’t request online, you may still request via the Registry of Deeds (walk-in options vary per location).
Need help verifying a title before you buy?
If you’re buying, selling, or need property assistance in Palawan, don’t hesitate to contact
Homz Realty.
Office: Goland Plaza Building, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan
(We can guide you on due diligence steps—especially before you release any downpayment.)
