Punjab makes buyer’s name, CNIC obligatory on ‘Fard Baraye Bay’

A legal document used to confirm land ownership during real estate transactions is the Fard Baraye Bay’s Identity Card (CNIC) number.

The PLRA stated in a statement posted on social media on Friday that the action is intended to improve the security and transparency of land purchases and sales throughout the province.

The authority claims that the new rule will guarantee that the Fard Baraye Bay—issued for the purpose of sale—clearly identifies the intended buyer by name and CNIC, lowering the likelihood of fraud and duplication.

Key Benefits of the New Measure
Fraud prevention: Removes the need to issue several Fard Baraye Bay paperwork for the same plot of property.

Authentic records: Buyer-specific paperwork with CNIC verification

Increased transparency: The buyer will be connected to the land records right away.

End to Patwari culture: Reduces manipulation and falsification in papers

Online verification: Immediate verification of the Fard through the Punjab Land Records Portal

Investor protection: Safeguards citizens’ investments in land transactions

The PLRA claimed the effort will also assist minimize paper-based manipulation and establish a dependable digital trail for property transfers.

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What is Fard Baraye Bay?
A legal document known as Fard Baraye Bay is provided by a land registry center or patwari to confirm land ownership, particularly when selling real estate. It confirms that the land is free from legal problems or outstanding liabilities and is prepared primarily to assist the transfer of title to the buyer.

The Punjab government noted that this change is part of its broader endeavor to update land records and safeguard citizens from fraud in property transactions.