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Buying land in Cotonou, Benin: land title, checks and steps

In Benin, every land sale must be preceded by confirmation of land rights. Here is what the land code says and what to check before paying for a plot in Cotonou.

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Real estate in Porto-Novo (Benin): complete buying, renting and financing guide

Porto-Novo is the political and administrative capital of Benin. This guide covers the local property market, land security, purchase formalities, the lease law and available financing options.

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Real estate in Cotonou and Benin: land titles, the ANDF, buying costs, leases and land traps

Renting or buying in Cotonou and Greater Nokoué: land titles and certificates of ownership since the 2023 switch, costs set by the texts, the three-month deposit cap of Law No. 2022-30 and land traps. No invented prices: Imonga has no listings in Benin.

Koffi A. Hounnou