中领馆提醒：在安哥拉投资谨防土地纠纷

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese Embassy in Angola warns Chinese investors to be cautious of land disputes in Angola, highlighting recent cases where foreign citizens faced legal challenges despite having complete property certificates [1]. Group 1: Land Ownership and Usage Rights - In Angola, land is owned by the state and categorized into urban, agricultural, and mining land. Companies can apply for land use rights based on land use planning, with a maximum duration of 60 years [1]. - Foreign-invested enterprises registered locally can apply for temporary land use for specific purposes or commercial land use for up to 60 years, requiring a construction permit to obtain property rights [1]. Group 2: Legal Precautions for Land Purchase - Investors should ensure the legality and completeness of land use rights and property certificates, confirming land use, tax payments, and registration. It is advisable to hire a lawyer for early intervention and risk assessment [1]. - A formal sales contract should be signed, detailing transaction terms, including identities of both parties, land location, payment methods, and responsibilities, while ensuring tax payments and notarization of the contract [2]. Group 3: Challenges in Land Registration - Angola's land and property registration system is underdeveloped, with many land use rights still governed by customary law, leading to unclear ownership and incomplete documentation. Investors should not rely on verbal promises to avoid fraud [2]. - In case of land disputes, resolution should be sought through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or court proceedings [2].