Power of attorney — How may significant legal actions be carried out remotely?

The interested person does not need to be physically present to purchase real estate, apply for a Golden Visa, or resolve tax-related matters. Important operations can be performed remotely by foreign residents using the proxy. The power of attorney is a powerful legal tool that offers the flexibility and security needed by someone living abroad but managing affairs in Greece.

But what is a power of attorney, and why is it necessary?

A public document known as a power of attorney allows a citizen to provide a lawyer or other natural person the ability to act on their behalf in specific situations. The power of attorney is the primary legal link that enables residents overseas to handle their affairs remotely. These instances may involve the purchase of real estate in Greece or the potential for the attorney handling the case to both sign the purchase contract and manage all the procedures required for its signature. Additional directives from the proxy might pertain to submitting the Golden Visa application, such as handling supporting documentation, obtaining the applicant’s residence card, etc. Another important task that can be given to the power of attorney is to represent the person at the Tax Office, making it easier to get things like TIN and taxisnet codes or to handle legal matters related to inheritance, such as accepting or giving up an inheritance, signing transfer contracts, and representing in court or outside of court.

Where and how should I sign a power of attorney?

There is an option for foreign residents who are unable to travel to Greece to sign a power of attorney with a Greek notary to do so in their home country. Of course, Apostille will have to certify such a power of attorney. The foreign national may also choose to sign by proxy at the Greek consulate in their country. The process is simple in this instance, requiring an appointment at the consulate office and the presence of a qualified interpreter on the day of signing. The Greek government granted this power of attorney, negating the need for an apostille seal.

What should you look out for?

What you should definitely pay attention to is clarity. All orders should be clear. Ensure your proxy completes all procedures without missing any orders. Lastly, you must give power of attorney to a trusted lawyer, as some tasks, like filing for a residence permit, cannot be done by others.

In conclusion, we would say that the power of attorney is the most effective way to manage one’s affairs in Greece from abroad, with security, speed, and legal validity. Whether it is the purchase of real estate, the process of obtaining a residence permit, or inheritance matters, the power of attorney of a trusted professional transforms an otherwise complex process into a simple and seamless one.