1What is original registration?
The process of bringing unregistered land under the Torrens System for the first time.
2Who may apply for original registration?
Natural or juridical persons who own land, have open and continuous possession, or hold government grants or patents.
3What court handles original registration cases?
The Regional Trial Court (RTC) acting as a Land Registration Court.
4What law governs original registration?
Presidential Decree No. 1529 (Property Registration Decree).
5What documents are needed for original registration?
Application for registration, survey plan, technical description, tax declaration, proof of ownership or possession, and publication notices.
6What are the steps in original registration?
Filing of application → Publication, mailing, and posting of notices → Hearing → Decision → Issuance of Decree of Registration → Issuance of Original Certificate of Title (OCT).
7Who issues the Decree of Registration?
The Land Registration Authority (LRA) after the court’s decision becomes final.
8Who issues the Original Certificate of Title (OCT)?
The Register of Deeds (RD) based on the decree issued by the LRA.
9When does a decree of registration become final and incontrovertible?
One year after issuance, unless obtained by fraud.