Property Power of Attorney｜Essential Legal Authorization Before Emigration
Yip Tse Tang Solicitors has been one of Hong Kong’s leading law firms for property conveyancing and Power of Attorney witnessing since its establishment in 1994. For Hong Kong residents planning to emigrate or live overseas long-term, we strongly recommend arranging a Power of Attorney (POA) before departure to ensure your property sale or title transfer can be completed legally, securely, and efficiently.
Why Sign a Power of Attorney Before Leaving Hong Kong?
Handling property transactions from overseas is possible but complex — it requires notarization by a Notary Public, legalization at the Hong Kong High Court (Apostille), or certification by a China-Appointed Attesting Officer. These procedures are often costly and time-consuming. In contrast, completing a Power of Attorney locally through a Hong Kong solicitor is simple, same-day, and affordable.
- Ensure continued legal authority to sell or manage your Hong Kong property after departure.
- Avoid overseas notarization or legalization — saving time and cost.
- Lawyer-certified documents hold full legal effect and can be registered at the Land Registry.
Contents and Purpose of a Power of Attorney
- Authorize signing of preliminary and formal Sale & Purchase Agreements.
- Handle redemption of mortgage, loan discharge, and deed delivery.
- Manage property registration and document filing at the Land Registry.
- Receive and transfer property sale proceeds on behalf of the owner.
Our lawyers conduct a property title search to verify ownership details and ensure all information is accurate.
Legal Validity & Safeguards
- Lawyer-witnessed Power of Attorney is legally valid and registrable at the Land Registry.
- The appointed attorney is authorized to act strictly according to the POA terms.
- The owner can revoke the POA anytime, maintaining full control of assets.
- All procedures comply with the Legal Practitioners Ordinance (Cap. 159), ensuring safety and compliance.
Power of Attorney preparation costs from HK$1,000, usually completed the same day. Both English and Chinese versions are provided for use with banks or property transactions.
Yip Tse Tang Solicitors Property & Power of Attorney Services
As an approved panel firm for major Hong Kong banks, we handle mortgages, refinancing, redemption, and Power of Attorney documentation. All services are provided at transparent, fixed fees — no hidden charges.
| Service | Fee (HKD) |
|---|---|
| First-hand / Off-plan Property (under HK$10M) | $4,900 |
| Refinancing | $4,500 |
| Mortgage Redemption | $1,900 |
| Power of Attorney (POA) | From $1,000 |
✅ Fixed Fees ✅ Includes Mortgage / Redemption Deeds ✅ No Hidden Costs
Power of Attorney Application Process
- Confirm authorization details and attorney’s information with the lawyer.
- Lawyer verifies property and ownership records.
- Sign the POA before the lawyer — witnessed and sealed.
- Collect original and copy immediately upon completion.
- Lawyer can register the POA with the Land Registry to ensure full legal validity.
The entire process can usually be completed on the same day for maximum convenience.
Contact Our Property & Power of Attorney Lawyers
If you are emigrating, relocating, or need to authorize someone to sell or manage your Hong Kong property,
contact Yip Tse Tang Solicitors
for a free initial consultation and quotation.
📞 Hotline:
+852 6214 9999
｜ WhatsApp: +852 6889 6880
Visit us at: Office A2, 35th Floor, United Centre, No.95 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong.
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