Understanding Strata Form F: Certificate of Payment

If you’re buying or selling a strata property in British Columbia the Strata Form F is one of the key documents required to complete the transaction.  Officially this is known as a Certificate of Payment and the form is obtained from the strata corporation.

A Form F must be obtained from the strata management company or strata council, and it must be filed with the Land Title Office at the time the title of the property is transferred to you. Without a valid form, the transfer of ownership cannot be registered, which may delay or even halt the completion of the sale..

This certificate serves as formal confirmation that:

• All strata fees and levies have been paid, or

• The seller’s legal representative has provided an undertaking to pay any outstanding amounts from the proceeds of the sale.

The primary purpose of the certificate is to protect the financial integrity of the strata corporation and ensure that no unpaid debts are passed along to the new owner. It provides peace of mind for buyers, sellers, lenders, and realtors by documenting the financial standing of the property within the strata.

Keep in mind, it may take several days to obtain this form depending on the strata management company’s timelines. It’s important to request it well in advance of your closing date to avoid delays.  This is where the experience of a Notary Public in BC helps, we coordinate all of this for you and typically strata management companies prefer to work directly with your Notary.

Have questions or need help?

Contact KC Notary & Co. today to schedule a consultation. Our team will help you navigate the legal documentation required for a smooth, stress-free property transfer.