If you can't travel to India for a property transaction, a Power of Attorney (PoA) lets a trusted person act on your behalf.
Types of PoA
- Special PoA — for one specific task (e.g., registering one purchase). Safer and recommended.
- General PoA — broad powers. Use with caution and only with someone you fully trust.
How to execute it from abroad
- Draft the PoA clearly listing the exact powers and the property.
- Sign it before, and get it attested by the Indian Embassy/Consulate in your country (or apostilled, depending on the country).
- Courier it to India. Within 3 months of receipt, get it adjudicated and stamped at the Sub-Registrar's office in India.
Tips
- Keep powers narrow and time-bound.
- Mention the property and the attorney's full details precisely.
- For selling, banks and registrars scrutinise PoAs closely — get legal help.
This guide is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Rules (FEMA, income tax, TDS, stamp duty) change and depend on your situation — please confirm current rules with a qualified chartered accountant, lawyer or the relevant authority before acting.