Buying a property in Cape Verde: the main steps

Indicative sequence (ASSUMPTION based on commercial guides - confirm): 1) Obtain the NIF (tax number) at the tax office. Foreigners may buy property in Cape Verde. 2) Request the Land-Registry Certificate to verify the description and any charges/mortgages. 3) Recommended: grant power of attorney to a Cape Verdean lawyer. 4) Sign the Promissory Purchase Contract (typical deposit 10–30%). 5) Execute the Public Deed before a notary and pay the balance. 6) Register the property in your name at the Land Registry. Approximate costs (INDICATIVE): transfer - now ITI, indicated standard rate 1% (3% in privileged cases); notary ~1–2%; registration ~2%. Older guides quote ~3% (the pre-2026 IUP rule) - confirm current figures. Sources: commercial guides and eRegulations Cape Verde. Unofficial; verification required.

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