Guide for buyers
Special power of attorney to buy property in Italy
A special power should grant what this transaction needs without becoming an open-ended mandate. Agree wording and form with the Italian notary first.
What to check
Define authority
Offer, preliminary contract, deed, payments and declarations may require explicit powers.
Prepare the draft
The receiving notary should check wording, data and language arrangements before execution.
Foreign formalities
Authority, authentication, apostille or legalisation and translation depend on country and citizenship.
Use and retain
Original, revocation, validity and representative identity belong in the transaction record.
Records to collect
- party and property data
- notary-approved draft
- local-authority instructions
- formalised original and translation
Case-specific checks should be completed by appointed professionals before irreversible commitments. This information does not replace notarial, legal, tax or technical advice.
Frequently asked questions
Will a general power work?
A transaction-specific special power is commonly assessed with powers tailored to the deed.
Can a foreign citizen sign at an Italian consulate?
Services vary; foreign citizens often use a local notary with international formalities.
Is the original needed?
The Italian notary should confirm form and delivery requirements.
Primary sources
- MAECI — Procure generali e speciali, accessed 4 September 2026.