From due diligence to the final deed, we protect international buyers and sellers at every step of a Portuguese property transaction, so you sign with certainty, not hope.
Since October 2023, property purchases no longer qualify for the Golden Visa. Buying in Portugal remains fully open to foreigners, and other residency routes exist. See the Golden Visa routes →
Whether you are buying a family home in Cascais, selling an apartment in Porto or investing in the Algarve, the legal work is what stands between a smooth closing and an expensive surprise.
Full verification of the property before you commit: ownership and charges at the Land Registry, tax status, licensing and use permits, condominium debts and any litigation attached to the asset.
Negotiation and drafting of the promissory contract (CPCV), coordination of the final deed, and representation by power of attorney if you cannot be in Portugal for signing.
Calculation and planning of IMT, stamp duty and annual IMI, guidance on Portuguese mortgage options for non‑residents and coordination with banks and brokers.
Lease agreements for landlords and tenants, short‑term rental (AL) licensing questions, and ongoing legal support for owners who manage property from abroad.
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Confirmation that the seller owns what they are selling, free of mortgages, liens and third‑party claims.
Habitation licence, building compliance and use permits matching what is actually built and how you plan to use it.
Condominium arrears, unpaid IMI and utility debts that can follow the property to the new owner.
CPCV terms that protect your deposit, with clear conditions, penalties and realistic timelines to the deed.
Portuguese NIF, bank account and fiscal representation, arranged before the transaction needs them.
Properly drafted and apostilled POA so we can sign the CPCV and the deed on your behalf, from anywhere.
We review the property, the price and your plans, and flag any immediate red flags within 48 hours.
Registry, tax, licensing and debt checks, with a written report before you commit any money.
We negotiate and draft the promissory contract, protecting your deposit and setting the conditions.
Coordination with notary, banks and the seller's side, signing in person or by power of attorney.
Registration in your name, tax filings, utility transfers and ongoing support as an owner.
Residency by investment: applications and renewals, from eligibility assessment, funds due diligence and compliance with legal requirements.
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Learn more →Tell us about the property and your plans, and receive an initial assessment within 48 hours, with no obligation.