Document background
The Deed of Sale of Property is a fundamental legal instrument in Swiss real estate transactions, used whenever real property ownership is transferred between parties. This document is essential under Swiss law and must comply with federal regulations (particularly the Swiss Civil Code and Code of Obligations) as well as cantonal requirements. The deed must be executed in the form of a public deed before a notary public, making it distinct from property sale documents in many other jurisdictions. It serves multiple purposes: documenting the transfer of ownership, specifying the terms of sale, establishing parties' rights and obligations, and providing the basis for land registry recording. The document is particularly important in Switzerland due to the country's strict property transfer regulations and specific requirements for foreign buyers under the Lex Koller.
