Power of Attorney Cork

Notarised powers of attorney for overseas property purchases, legal proceedings, business transactions, and all international purposes. Accepted worldwide.

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Spanish Property

What is a Power of Attorney?

A power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that authorises a named person (the "attorney" or "agent") to act on your behalf in legal, financial, and property matters. The person granting the power is called the "donor" or "principal."

When your document will be used in another country, it must be notarised by an Irish Notary Public — and in most cases, also apostilled by the Department of Foreign Affairs — before it will be accepted by foreign authorities, companies, or courts.

Types of Power of Attorney We Prepare:

General Power of Attorney

Broad authority to manage all financial and legal affairs on your behalf. Used when you are abroad for extended periods.

Specific / Limited Power of Attorney

Authority limited to a specific transaction (e.g., "to complete the purchase of property at [address]"). Most common type for overseas property.

Corporate Power of Attorney

Authorises a representative to act on behalf of a company in overseas matters — signing contracts, representing the company in court, etc.

Enduring Power of Attorney

Remains valid even if the donor becomes mentally incapacitated. Requires specific Irish legal formalities. Contact us for details.

Spanish Property POA — A Common Request

One of the most frequent reasons Cork clients need a notarised POA is for purchasing or selling property in Spain. Spanish law requires all property transactions to be signed before a Spanish notary — but if you can't be present in Spain, you can grant a trusted person (often your Spanish lawyer) a notarised POA to sign on your behalf.

Hugh Phelan has extensive experience with Spanish property POAs and understands exactly what Spanish notaries and the Registro de la Propiedad require from an Irish notarised document.

Spanish Property POA Checklist

Details of attorney (name, address, passport)
Property details (full address or description)
Specific powers being granted
Your passport (original)
NIE number (if you have one)
Apostille from Dept of Foreign Affairs (usually required)

Other Countries We Prepare POAs For:

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USA

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UAE

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France

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Portugal

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Italy

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Greece

Need a Power of Attorney in Cork?

Hugh Phelan prepares and notarises powers of attorney for all countries and purposes. Call today.

021-489-7134