Power of Attorney: The 5-Year Rule Every Expat Must Know
Under Sri Lankan law, a General Power of Attorney registered at the Land Registry expires after 5 years. Many expat owners discover this only when attempting a sale — by which time their legal standing has lapsed. We explain what this means and how to stay protected.
POA must be re-executed before a Notary Public in your country of residence
Must be apostilled and registered at the Sri Lanka Land Registry
CPL monitors and initiates renewal automatically for all clients