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| How to Register Waqf Land in Indonesia – Make It Legal, Safe, and Beneficial for the Ummah. |
Jakarta – Great news for those who manage or own waqf land in Indonesia! In 2025, the Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/National Land Agency (ATR/BPN) is setting an ambitious target: to officially register 561,909 plots of waqf land across the country.
This move is part of a larger commitment to provide legal certainty for waqf lands, ensuring they continue to serve religious and social purposes for the community – just like they were intended to.
Why Is Registering Waqf Land So Important?
Many people don’t realize that unregistered waqf land can be vulnerable to legal disputes or even misuse. Without legal documentation, land that was donated for the public good could end up in the wrong hands. By officially registering waqf land, you help protect its status, ensure its intended use, and honor the donor’s (wakif’s) original purpose.
So, How Do You Register Waqf Land? It’s Easier Than You Think!
If you’re a nazhir (waqf land manager) or have been granted the authority to act on behalf of one, you can go directly to your local Land Office (Kantor Pertanahan). Here’s what you’ll need to bring:
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A completed application form
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Your personal ID (KTP or equivalent)
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Proof of land ownership (like a deed or certificate)
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Waqf pledge deed or a notarized declaration of waqf
Here’s the best part: based on Ministerial Regulation No. 25 of 2016, all services related to waqf land registration are completely free. That means zero fees for land measurement, inspection, and initial registration – a strong sign of government support for religious and social land use.
Making It Even Easier: Digital Access and Simplified Processes
Worried about the process being complicated? Don’t be. ATR/BPN is constantly improving its services to make them more user-friendly. From simplifying the paperwork to offering assistance at Land Offices and through digital platforms, the goal is to make the whole experience efficient and accessible for everyone.
Don’t Wait – Secure Your Waqf Land Today!
Getting your waqf land certified doesn’t just protect it from legal issues – it ensures the land will be used exactly as the donor intended, benefitting generations to come.
If you're a nazhir or have waqf land under your care, now’s the time to act. Register it now, get it legally protected, and be a part of strengthening the future of your community.
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