How to Access Land Registers for Free – Government24·Real Estate Study System
Essential Documents to Check Before Buying Land: 5 Minutes is Enough!
When buying, selling, or inheriting land, the first document you should check is the land register. This is because it contains all the basic information, including the land lot number, area, land classification, and owner information.
For example, if I’m planning to buy land, the first thing I need to do is check who owns it and what it’s registered for. It’s like checking the vehicle registration certificate when buying a used car.
In the past, you had to visit your local community center or district office in person, but now anyone can access the land register for free through the government website. With the right tools, you can access it in just 5 minutes, so learning it in advance will be a valuable resource when you need it most.
Table of Contents
What is a Land Register? Essential Concepts
Two Websites to Access Land Registers for Free
1. Government24
2. National Spatial Information Portal
Can I Access It on Mobile? What’s the difference between viewing and issuing?
Information and Usage Examples from the Land Registry
Usage Examples
Conclusion
What is a Land Registry? Basic Concepts You Must Know
A land registry is a public record of a specific piece of land. It includes the following information:
Plot number (a unique number that identifies the land, similar to an address)
Land classification (type of land, such as land, forest, field, or paddy field)
Area (land area)
Owner information (name, address – some access restrictions apply)
Information related to land use zones and development plans
This information can be used for various purposes, such as preventing fraud, determining construction viability, and preparing for ownership disputes.
▶ When a land dispute arises in the field, the land registry is often the first document requested.
What is a Land Registry? Information Available from the Land Registry
What is a Land Registry? Information Available from the Land Registry
Two Websites Where You Can View Land Registry for Free
1. Government24
This is the most commonly used website. The process is as follows:
Log in to Government24 (non-members can also view, but some features are limited)
Enter “Land (Forest) Register” in the search bar
Select “View” on the civil service application page
Enter your city, county, district, town, township, and neighborhood address → View
▶ Viewing is free, and printing is available as a PDF file. However, some printing options (“Issue”) are subject to a fee.
▶ Even households with a printer can easily print the necessary information.
Free Land Register Viewing Method 1: Government24
2. National Spatial Information Portal
This website is useful if you want to view the information using a map.
After accessing the website, select “Real Estate Comprehensive Study System.”
Select the desired location on the map.
Click “Property Information → View Land Register.”
You can view detailed information.
▶ Non-members can also use the click-based interface, allowing for quick access once you get used to it.
▶ Even if you don’t know the address, you can simply click on the land on the map to view the information.
Free Land Register Viewing Method 2: National Spatial Information Portal
Can I view the information on my mobile device? You can view land registers on your mobile device using the Government24 app. 토지대장 무료열람
However, please note the following:
App login required (simple authentication or joint certificate) 좋은뉴스
Some features are limited compared to the PC version.
Map-based searches and printing are particularly convenient on a PC.
▶ While simple information checks are possible on mobile, PC access is more efficient for both viewing and saving.
▶ Since land-related work often leads to document submission, it’s safer to handle the process from the beginning on a PC.
Is this available on mobile?
What’s the difference between viewing and issuing?
Viewing: On-screen information (free)
Issuing: Official documents for printing (for civil service submissions), some of which require a fee.
▶ In most cases, “viewing” is sufficient for simple verification purposes.
▶ If official documents, such as contracts, are required, “issuing” is required.
▶ Please also keep in mind that if official certification is required, you will be requested to provide an issuing copy.
Differences between Viewing and Issuing
Information and Usage Examples Available in the Land Register
The land register provides more than just parcel number information. It’s actually used in the following situations:
Examples of Use
Verifying ownership before real estate sales
→ Preventing fraud by confirming the actual owner
Verifying before construction or development plans
→ Preventing housing construction if the land classification is “forest land”
→ Determine if a land classification change is necessary
During inheritance distribution
→ Accurately verifying land registered in the deceased’s name
Used in conjunction with cadastral maps or building registers
→ Submitted as a required document when confirming building permits and land use plans
▶ If you’re interested in land or investment property, simply reviewing the land register in advance can reduce various risks.
▶ Land sales, in particular, can be transactions worth tens of millions to hundreds of millions of won. It’s only natural to take a few minutes to review this document before signing a contract.
Examples of Use of the Land Register
Conclusion
The land register is no longer a document exclusively for experts or government officials. Anyone can easily access it, securing important information in advance without complicated procedures.
Remember, you can always check the two portals—Government24 and the National Spatial Information Portal—and simply browsing them will provide you with most basic information.
▶ If you’re interested in a piece of land, the first thing to do is check the “Land Register.”
Accurate information is the foundation for wise decisions and safe transactions.
▶ Remember, a single, simple document can prevent losses worth tens of millions of won.