Summary
MyGateway says deeds and documents searches are conducted by the Registrar General's Department at a cost of BSD $10.00 per hour.
This article is for a search request only. If you already know the exact deed or document and need a certified copy, use the certified-copy service instead.
Who This Applies To
People who need the department to search for a deed or other recorded document.
Before You Start
- Gather as much identifying information as possible about the deed or document.
- Be clear whether you need a search result or an actual certified copy.
- Expect the department to decide the time billed for the search.
Fees And Timing
- Search fee:
BSD $10.00 per hour - Registrar General FAQ timing for deed services:
one business day
How To Apply
- Open the Registrar General service area in MyGateway.
- Choose the deeds and documents search service.
- Enter the identifying details requested by the portal.
- Follow the online instructions for payment and any follow-up from the department.
When To Escalate To A Human
- You are not sure which document should be searched.
- You do not have enough identifying details for the department to locate the record.
- You actually need a certified copy rather than a search.
- You need legal interpretation of the search result rather than just the record lookup.