Programme guides · Portugal Golden Visa (Fund Investment) · Greece Golden Visa
Energy Performance Certificates in Property Deals
Global Immigrate consultants · Published
Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director
Summary
Common EU conveyance requirement — can block the notarial deed if missing.
Short answer: Portugal, Spain and others often require an energy performance certificate (EPC) for conveyance. It is not the core immigration test but its absence can block the notary.
FAQ
Bad rating blocks purchase?
Usually still buyable — disclosure and future letting may be affected.
Who provides it?
Typically the seller.
Linked to golden visa?
Indirectly — it affects completing a qualifying purchase.
