Power of Attorney

If you have visited Sal and decided on a property that you want to buy, you may want to consider Power of Attorney (PofA). You will need to arrange this on your intitial visit. If you set this up this will mean that you don't necessarily need to return to Sal to sign the final contract, this will save you the expense of returning to Sal just to finalise things. It doesn’t have to be a solicitor/lawyer to be the PofA. The PofA could be a friend, relative or some other person you trust who should not be required to check any other legalities of your purchase, that is your responsibility.

You will also need to ensure that the payments for IUP, tax and Notary etc are ready for transfer at each stage. If you are giving a friend or associate PofA, you really shouldn't expect them to make any payments on your behalf. You should organise this with either your lawyer/solicitor or the person selling the apt/property to you. The PofA should be kept informed that this has been organised in advance of them going to the Camara or the Notary.

Make enquiries about this at the Cape Verdean Consulate in Liverpool, England, as I think you can have a PofA drawn up there but check if this has to be done pre signing at the Notary and paying your deposit.