Relaxation of Attestation Requirement for Documents Relating to Land Transactions Executed Overseas

The National Land Commission Secretariat (NLCS) has issued a Circular dated 19 August 2026 regarding the relaxation of attestation requirements for documents related to land transactions executed outside Bhutan.

Under the new arrangement, Power of Attorney (PoA), agreements, and other relevant land transaction documents executed overseas may be accepted without attestation, provided that the PoA is submitted along with a valid passport and a valid visa, work permit, residence permit, or other valid document confirming the principal’s lawful overseas residence.

The supporting documents may be submitted in scanned electronic form through the official email address of the concerned Dzongkhag, Thromde, Drungkhag, or NLCS. The concerned authorities will conduct due diligence to verify the identity of the principal and authenticity of the submitted documents.