
What is an SPA? (And Why OFWs Need It)
Your “Clone” in the Philippines. You can’t sign a deed if you are in Dubai. You need an SPA (Special Power of Attorney). Specific vs. General Never sign a “General” Power of Attorney. That gives someone power over your whole life. Sign a Specific SPA limiting the power to: “To sign documents for the purchase […]
Your “Clone” in the Philippines.
You can’t sign a deed if you are in Dubai. You need an SPA (Special Power of Attorney).
Specific vs. General
Never sign a “General” Power of Attorney. That gives someone power over your whole life. Sign a Specific SPA limiting the power to: “To sign documents for the purchase of [Property Address] only.”
Consularized vs. Apostilled
- Old Way: Go to the Philippine Embassy (Consularized).
- New Way: Go to a local notary in your host country + Apostille (Faster).


