Buying & Selling

Power of Attorney to Buy or Sell without Being Present

Can't attend the signing? A power of attorney lets someone buy or sell for you with full validity. We explain how to do it safely.

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Buying & Selling · Updated January 2026 · 5 min read

A power of attorney allows a trusted third party (or your lawyer) to buy or sell a home on your behalf, without you having to be at the notary. It is common for foreign buyers, people abroad or with an incompatible schedule.

Types of power

Special power: limited to a specific transaction (recommended: it sets what the attorney can do and at what price).
General power: broader; it should be used with caution.

If you are abroad

You can grant it before a local notary or the Spanish consulate. If before a foreign notary, it will usually need a Hague apostille and a sworn translation to have effect in Spain.

Security and revocation

Delegate only what is necessary, set limits (minimum/maximum price) and remember the power is revocable at any time. We coordinate the power with the purchase and the registry review.

Frequently asked questions

We answer your questions

Can I buy a house in Spain without coming to sign?

Yes, by granting a power of attorney to a trusted person or your lawyer. If you sign it abroad, it will usually need an apostille and a sworn translation.

Is it safe to grant a power to buy or sell?

Yes, if you use a special power that limits the transaction, price and powers. It is also revocable at any time before a notary.

Need to sign remotely?

We prepare the right power of attorney so your purchase is signed securely, wherever you are.

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