Guides

What you need to know before you buy, rent or sell in Guyana, with links to the laws and registries behind it.

Buying

How to buy property in Guyana

Follow these steps from setting a budget to getting the keys, for land under a transport or a Certificate of Title, with a working timeline.

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What closing costs to expect

Budget about 3.5-4.5% of the price as a buyer, including your own attorney. Here's what makes up that figure, with worked examples and seller costs.

3 min read

Getting a mortgage in Guyana

See who lends, what rates they quote by loan size, how much deposit you need and which documents to bring. Figures are as read in November 2026.

4 min read

Flooding and drainage: what to ask before you buy

Much of the coast sits below high tide. Here's how the seawall and kokers work, what has flooded, what to ask and why we never say flood-free.

3 min read

Title & legal

Transport or Certificate of Title: what's the difference?

Guyana has two title systems, plus several documents that aren't outright ownership. Here's what each one means and where it's held.

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Avoiding property scams

Have the title searched, pay through an attorney and protect your deposit at the registry. This guide also explains what our Title documents seen badge means.

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Buying from overseas

Buying property in Guyana from overseas

Foreigners and the diaspora can buy. Here's how to check title from abroad, work with an attorney, give power of attorney and move money safely.

4 min read

Renting

Renting a home in Guyana

Learn about the two rental markets, what deposit to expect and what to check before you sign. We also say what we couldn't verify on agent fees and notice.

3 min read

Selling

Selling your property

Get your tax and rates certificates early, because the transfer can't pass without them. This guide also covers capital gains tax, agent fees and listing tips.

3 min read