SConstruction is almost complete, work is nearing completion, and finally the moment has come to officially register the house. That’s when the question arises: how much will it cost? And why do some people pay €300 for everything, while others pay €1,000 or more?
In this article, we will break down what the cost of registering a house consists of, what factors it depends on, provide average prices for 2025, and share the most important things you need to know before registering your building.
What does the cost of registering a house consist of?
The cost of registering a house depends on what you have already done and how many documents, measurements, and services you still need to obtain. Each case is different, but the main registration costs usually consist of the following services:
Surveyor (cadastral) services
In order to register a building, it is necessary to prepare a cadastral data file, which is prepared by a licensed surveyor. This file includes the exact measurements of the building, the built-up area, information about the structures, the location of the building on the plot, and other technical data.
Cost: approximately $150–300.
Energy performance certificate
If the house was built after 2021 and exceeds the specified area, it is mandatory to have an energy class certificate. During certification, the thermal resistance of the building, the parameters of windows, doors, and the roof, as well as the heating system are assessed.
Price: approx. €100–250, depending on the size and class of the property.
Filling out the declaration of completion of construction
You can fill it out yourself at Infostatyba.lt, but people often turn to specialists who fill out the declaration, submit the documents, coordinate with the authorities, and respond to the system’s comments.
Cost: free if you do it yourself, around €100–200 if you use specialists.
Additional certificates and protocols
In some cases, the following must also be submitted:
- certificate of construction without significant deviations (if the location of windows, roof slope, or layout has been changed);
- protocols of engineering system tests (e.g., electrical, heating, ventilation);
- technical supervisor’s report or construction log (if applicable).
Price: €50–300 (depending on how many certificates are required and who prepares them).
What determines the final cost of commissioning?
Although it is possible to find indicative commissioning prices, the final amount for each property varies. It depends not only on the price list for the services themselves, but also on your situation – how much work has been done, whether you took care of the paperwork during construction, or whether everything has to be done “from scratch.”
Do you have a building permit?
If a building permit has been issued and is valid, the acceptance process is much simpler. However, if the permit has expired or was not obtained but was necessary, you may have to legalize the building, which is a longer and more expensive process.
Without a permit, the approval process will cost several times more, as additional coordination, design corrections, or even litigation for unauthorized construction will be required.
Are there any significant deviations from the project?
Changes often occur during construction – a wall is moved, a window is replaced, the roof pitch is changed, or other facade details are altered. If such changes are not formalized as minor deviations, it may be necessary to revise the project or obtain a deviation certificate prepared by the project author.
Such a certificate usually costs €100–200, but if the project was prepared by a company or person that no longer exists, it may be necessary to coordinate everything again.
What is the percentage of completion of the building?
When adding partially (e.g., 95%), fewer certificates are required than for 100%, but the following must still be provided:
- cadastral file,
- declaration of completion,
- functioning engineering systems.
Partial submission is often cheaper now, but requires additional steps and expenses later when you need to submit a second declaration for 100% completion.
Are you doing everything yourself or with specialists?
If you do everything yourself, you can reduce costs. However, without experience, it is often the case that:
- inaccurate documents are submitted,
- important protocols are forgotten,
- the process is delayed by several weeks or even months.
With professional help, the process is faster and stress-free, but it costs extra – usually around €150–400 for the entire handover process.
Average prices in 2025
Since the commissioning of each house depends on different circumstances, the exact price can only be determined after assessing the specific case. However, it is possible to provide average price ranges to give you an idea of how much commissioning may cost in 2025.
How much does it cost if you do everything yourself?
If you have the necessary experience, are familiar with the Infostatybos system, and are prepared to devote more of your time:
- Cadastral data file: €150–300
- Energy performance certificate: €100–250
- Additional certificates or protocols (if necessary): €50–150
- Filling out the declaration: €0 (if you do it yourself)
Total amount: usually between €300 and €600, depending on whether additional documents are required.
How much does it cost if you hire specialists?
With professional help, the price is higher, but the process is faster, more accurate, and there is no risk of rejection.
- Full organization of the application: €150–400
- Additional consultations and coordination: may incur additional costs
- Total final price range: €600–1000 or more (if all services are included)
This amount covers not only the preparation of documents, but also all communication with surveyors, designers, the Infostatybos administration, and the Registry Center. This is a popular choice for those who want to save time and avoid risks, especially if the house has specific circumstances (unfinished, with design changes, without a permit, etc.).
What do you need to know before registering a house?
Although registering a house may seem like a mere formality, it is actually a legally significant procedure, during which any inaccuracy or non-compliance may halt the process. Therefore, before starting the process of registering a house, it is important to know a few essential things that will help you avoid costly mistakes and delays.
Missing or outdated cadastral file
This is one of the most common reasons for registration failures. The cadastral file prepared by the surveyor must correspond to the actual condition of the building, not the design. If changes were made during construction, they must be reflected in the measurements.
Tip: always review the actual situation before taking measurements and notify the surveyor of any possible changes.
Design deviations and unregistered changes
If the location of a window, the layout, or the shape of the roof was changed during construction, this may be considered a minor or major deviation from the design. Acceptance is not possible until this has been properly formalized.
Solution: contact the project designer for a statement confirming that the construction does not contain any significant deviations or, if the changes are more serious, prepare a project correction.
Insufficient completion of construction
Some builders try to declare 100% completion even though some engineering systems or finishing work is still missing. This is risky—if the declaration is rejected, you will have to start all over again, and the process will be prolonged.
Tip: objectively assess whether the building really meets the 100% completion requirements. If not, consider partial submission (e.g., 95%).
Errors in submitting documents
Even a minor error (incorrect date, unclear protocol, missing signature) can result in the declaration being rejected by Infostatyba or later by the Register Center.
Tip: if you are unsure about how to fill in the documents, seek the help of an experienced specialist – this can save you several weeks and tens of euros.
Want to know the exact price for your case?
Submitting a house can cost just a few hundred euros, but it can also cost significantly more – it all depends on your situation: whether you have a building permit, whether there have been changes to the project, whether the building has been completed.
If you want to find out how much registration will cost you, get all the documents in order the first time and avoid repeated corrections at Infostatyba, contact the stav.lt team.
We:
- Assess the level of completion of your building and your documents;
- Provide a clear acceptance plan and preliminary price;
- Fill out declarations and take care of the cadastral file;
- Coordinate everything with Infostatyba and the Register Center;
- Ensure that your house is registered legally, quickly, and stress-free.
Stav.lt – when you want the registration process to go smoothly.