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Summary of Land Ownership in Singapore Inquiry:

Who:

Me (grandson, a Malaysian currently stay in Malaysia , currently aged 30 of Mr Tan , my grandpa, a Malaysian too who passed away already years ago.

What:

Trying to verify land ownership in Singapore for my grandfather Tan



Why:

Heard my grand mum and grandpa discuss land ownership in Singapore in 2004,when i was 12 years old. / LAND TITLE WAS LOST

Unable to find any land ownership documents among their belongings.

We don’t know the land address and details since title was lost many years ago.

Information i have to find back possibly a land possibly owned by my grandpa 60 years ago as:

Grandfather's full name

Old Malaysian ID number

New Malaysian ID number

Request from SLA:

Check for land ownership records under Grandfather's full name

Old Malaysian ID number

New Malaysian ID number in Singapore.

PROBLEM 1: SLA said in email: they CANNOT LOCATE THE LAND OWNERSHIP without land’s address or lot number which i do not have (LAND TITLE WAS LOST)

PROBLEM 2: I ask property lawyer for help, the lawyer said only with a name and Malaysian IC: Identity card, lawyer cannot assist me to find or prove any possession of land by my family too as it would have been an inheritance to my family.

Now i am at DEAD END, ANY property agents done a similar search on proof of ownership of a Singapore land purely by using Malaysian name and IC?

Additional Notes:

Difficulty obtaining accurate family information due to:

Grandfather and father born before Malaysia's formation.

Name discrepancies and limited records from British colonial period.

I have done my best to gather relevant documents.
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3 Answers

Hi,

I would be most glad to assist you further and pls feel free to let me know if you need any assistance. Have a good day ahead. By the way, you may like to consult a law firm with regards to this issue.

Regards
Aaron Chong
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I am doubtful on the probably success too, given that there are too many important and vital information missing. There is nothing much that can be done here. Read More
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## Re: Difficulty Verifying Land Ownership in Singapore (Grandson of Mr. Tan)

This situation seems challenging due to the lack of a land address or lot number. Here's a breakdown of the issues and some suggestions:

**Problems:**

* **Missing Land Details:** Without a land address or lot number, searching Singapore Land Authority (SLA) records is difficult.
* **Limited Information:** Name and Malaysian IC alone might be insufficient for property lawyers to confirm ownership.

**Possible Solutions:**

1. **Family Records:**
* Double-check any existing family documents, letters, or photos that might mention the land address or location details in Singapore.
* Talk to relatives who might have memories of the land or discussions about it.

2. **Old Singapore Documents:**
* If your grandfather lived in Singapore previously, try searching for any documents related to him there. This could include:
* Old tenancy agreements
* Utility bills
* Identification documents with a Singapore address (if applicable)

3. **Engage a Singapore Land Researcher:**
* Consider contacting a professional land researcher in Singapore specializing in historical property records. They might have experience with tracing ownership based on limited information.

4. **Inheritance Lawyer in Malaysia:**
* Consult a lawyer specializing in inheritance law in Malaysia. They might be able to advise on:
* Potential inheritance rights related to the land.
* Strategies for gathering evidence in Malaysia that could support your claim in Singapore (if ownership is confirmed).

**Additional Tips:**

* **Contact the Embassy:** The Singaporean embassy in Malaysia might offer guidance or resources for tracing property ownership for Malaysians with potential land holdings in Singapore.
* **Be Realistic:** The process might be time-consuming and require patience. There's a chance you might not be able to locate the land definitively.

**Important Note:**

While property agents might deal with land ownership issues, they usually require more information than just a name and IC for verification purposes.

**Overall:**

Focus on gathering additional details about the land (address, location) through family records or old Singapore documents. Consider engaging a land researcher or inheritance lawyer for specialized assistance.
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