When is the AP1 filed after completion in England and Wales?
Why HM Land Registry form AP1 follows completion, typical lodging order with SDLT returns where relevant, and what buyers should expect on the register.
Published: 18 Apr 2026 · Updated: 18 Apr 2026 · 9 min read
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The AP1 is the application to change the register after your purchase or transfer; your conveyancer lodges it with the right evidence and may coordinate tax reporting where required.
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