What to check before signing a promissory contract (CPCV) in Portugal
Signing a promissory contract (CPCV) in Portugal? The checks on the seller, the property and the contract to make before you pay your deposit.
From the promissory contract to the keys, with one firm.
We protect your deposit, complete the purchase and register the property in your name.
What we do
- Tax number we help you obtain your Portuguese tax number (NIF) and, if needed, arrange tax representation.
- Promissory contract we draft or review the CPCV so that your deposit is protected and any problems found in the property check are dealt with in writing.
- Completion as solicitors, we can prepare and authenticate the purchase document ourselves, or attend the signing before a notary.
- Registration we register the property in your name at the Land Registry and update the tax record and, where needed, the cadastre or BUPi.
- Handover you receive all the documents and a summary of what was done.
Buying from abroad
If you can't be in Portugal, you can sign a power of attorney at a Portuguese consulate or before a local notary with an apostille. We prepare the text and act for you at every step.
Ready to buy?
Tell us about the property and your timeline, and we'll explain the next steps and our fees.