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Buying in Portugal

Remote purchase

Buying Property in Portugal Remotely

Many stages of a property purchase can potentially be handled while the buyer is outside Portugal, depending on the transaction and the documents involved.

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What remote support can cover

  • NIF preparation;
  • communication;
  • documentation;
  • powers of attorney;
  • representation;
  • banking and funds coordination;
  • signing arrangements;
  • completion.

The appropriate scope depends on the property and the transaction.

Powers of attorney

The appropriate form and formalities of any power of attorney depend on the transaction. Requirements can differ according to where it is signed, who is signing and what acts it needs to cover, so no generic template is offered here.

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Frequently asked questions

Representation arrangements, including powers of attorney, are possible in many transactions. The appropriate form and formalities depend on the transaction and the documents involved.

Usually once a specific property is identified, and before signing or paying anything relating to it. The earlier stages are generally about planning, which the Buying in Portugal guides and tools are designed to cover.

No. Submitting a request allows the transaction to be reviewed. A legal engagement arises only if the matter is accepted and the scope and terms are agreed.

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The property-specific flow is the single way to describe a transaction. Nothing is sent to VVA until you consent.

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Related legal support

Other services that may be relevant to the same transaction.

  • Completion Support

    Preparation for the completion stage and execution of the acquisition.

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  • CPCV Review

    Review of the promissory purchase agreement and transaction-specific contractual terms.

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8 legal-support services are published.