Closing costs in the canton of Uri
Overview
Uri is one of the cantons without a real estate transfer tax — notary and land register fees are the only cost blocks of a purchase. Its notary tariff is a curiosity: it is not a state enactment but a convention tariff of the Uri association of lawyers and notaries, published by the association itself. The tariff brackets each apply to the whole amount rather than just the portion above the threshold, so separate minimum fees kick in at the bracket boundaries. The land register fee is set by the cantonal department of justice, with both a floor and a cap.
The table lists the cost blocks with tariff type, who pays, source and check date; the calculator works through your own purchase. See how Uri compares in the canton overview, and why some cantons skip the tax entirely in the guide to the transfer tax.
The four cost blocks
| Cost block | Tariff | Who pays |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer tax | not levied Source: www.estv2.admin.ch · Last checked: | Buyer |
| Notary fees | tiered rate (plus VAT) Source: www.urilaw.ch · Last checked: | Buyer |
| Land register fees | flat rate Source: www.ur.ch · Last checked: | Buyer |
| Mortgage note | several fees (plus VAT) Source: www.ur.ch · Last checked: | Buyer |
Frequently asked questions
Is there a transfer tax in the canton of Uri?
No. Uri levies no transfer tax — a purchase only triggers notary and land register fees, and the table shows their level.
Who sets the notary tariff in Uri?
Not the state, but the Uri professional association of lawyers and notaries — a convention tariff that the association publishes and can adjust itself.
Can I choose my own notary in Uri?
Yes. Uri has state-licensed independent notaries; notarization is not tied to a public office.