Power of Attorney
Durable, medical, financial, and limited power of attorney forms. Free templates — download PDF or Word, no signup required (2026).
Advance Health Directive / Advance Care Directive (Australia)
Create an Australian Advance Health Directive (also called an Advance Care Directive) documenting your medical treatment wishes for a time when you may lack the capacity to decide for yourself. Covers life-sustaining treatment decisions, CPR preferences, mechanical ventilation, artificial nutrition, palliative care wishes, organ and tissue donation, and nomination of a substitute decision-maker. Compliant with state-specific legislation including the Advance Care Directives Act 2013 (SA), Medical Treatment Planning and Decisions Act 2016 (VIC), and Powers of Attorney Act 1998 (QLD).
Enduring Power of Attorney (Australia)
Create an Australian Enduring Power of Attorney that authorises a trusted person to manage your financial and property affairs if you lose legal capacity. Covers state-specific requirements across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA, TAS, ACT, and NT. Includes financial authority scope, commencement options (immediately or on incapacity), conditions and limitations, gifts authority, and authorised witness attestation requirements under the Powers of Attorney Act of your jurisdiction.
General Power of Attorney (Australia)
A General Power of Attorney (General POA) is a formal legal instrument by which one person — the Principal — authorises another person — the Attorney or Donee — to act on their behalf in financial, property, and legal matters. In Australia, the defining characteristic of a General Power of Attorney that sets it apart from an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) is that it automatically ceases to operate if the Principal loses legal capacity. This makes the General POA appropriate for use by Principals who have full capacity and require a trusted person to act for a specific purpose or during a defined period. General Powers of Attorney are regulated by state and territory legislation across Australia. The key statutes include the Powers of Attorney Act 2003 (NSW) — which defines 'power of attorney' in section 3 — the Instruments Act 1958 (VIC) section 115, the Powers of Attorney Act 1998 (QLD), the Powers of Attorney and Agency Act 1984 (SA), the Property Law Act 1969 (WA) section 128, the Powers of Attorney Act 2000 (TAS), the Powers of Attorney Act 2006 (ACT), and the Powers of Attorney Act 1980 (NT). Each jurisdiction imposes its own requirements as to form, witnessing, and execution. Principals and Attorneys should always confirm the requirements for their specific state or territory before relying on any power of attorney. A General Power of Attorney can be drafted with a general scope — authorising the Attorney to deal with all of the Principal's financial and legal affairs — or with a limited, specific scope. A limited General POA is frequently used for discrete transactions: for example, authorising a solicitor or family member to complete a property settlement while the Principal is temporarily overseas, or to manage particular bank accounts during an extended absence. The more precisely the scope of authority is defined, the clearer the boundaries on the Attorney's powers, which reduces the risk of misuse. The Principal must have full legal capacity at the time of signing. If capacity is lost after execution, the General POA immediately terminates by operation of law. This is the fundamental reason why Australians who anticipate future incapacity — due to ageing, illness, or injury — should also consider executing an Enduring Power of Attorney, which is designed to continue or commence upon loss of capacity. Witness requirements vary by jurisdiction. In NSW, a witness to a General POA must be an adult who is not the Attorney and who will not benefit under the document. The use of an authorised witness — such as a solicitor, justice of the peace, or notary public — is strongly recommended across all Australian states and territories, as it provides additional assurance that the document was properly executed and that the Principal had capacity. In many states, a solicitor witness is required for specific types of transactions (such as dealings with real property). The Attorney's duties under a General POA include acting honestly and in the Principal's best interests, avoiding conflicts of interest, keeping the Principal's property separate from their own, maintaining accurate accounting records of all transactions, and exercising the power only within the scope granted. Third parties — such as banks, real estate agents, and government agencies — are generally entitled to rely on a General POA presented to them, provided they have no actual notice that it has been revoked or terminated. A General POA terminates on the death of the Principal or the Attorney, upon revocation by the Principal (while the Principal has capacity), upon the Attorney becoming bankrupt (where financial matters are covered), upon the Principal losing legal capacity, or upon the expiry of any fixed term specified in the document. The Principal can revoke the POA at any time by delivering a written notice of revocation to the Attorney. Common uses of a General Power of Attorney in Australia include managing property transactions during overseas travel, handling banking and financial administration during recovery from surgery, delegating authority to a solicitor to settle a real estate sale or purchase, and managing a business or investment portfolio during a period of absence. In all cases, the selection of an Attorney who is trustworthy, financially responsible, and aware of their legal obligations is essential to protect the Principal's interests.
Power of Attorney (Australia)
Create a General Power of Attorney for Australia. Authorises a trusted attorney to manage financial and legal affairs. Governed by state Powers of Attorney Acts. Does not survive loss of capacity — use an Enduring POA for ongoing protection.
Power of Attorney for Child / Temporary Parenting Authority (Australia)
Create an Australian Parenting Authority and Power of Attorney for Child Care, authorising a trusted adult to care for your child and make day-to-day decisions including medical consent, school matters, and travel during a defined period. Suitable for parents travelling overseas, hospitalised, or temporarily unavailable. Covers medical treatment, school authority, domestic and international travel, and recreational activities. Includes emergency contact information and a carer acknowledgment section.
Durable Power of Attorney (Australia)
Create an Enduring (Durable) Power of Attorney for Australia. Survives loss of mental capacity. Authorises a trusted attorney to manage financial and legal affairs even if you become incapacitated. Governed by state Powers of Attorney Acts.
Limited Power of Attorney (Australia)
Create an Australian Limited Power of Attorney authorising a trusted person to act on your behalf for a single, specific transaction or purpose. Suitable for real estate settlement, banking transactions, business dealings, or any discrete legal matter. Not enduring — automatically terminates on completion of the transaction, on a fixed expiry date, or on loss of legal capacity. Covers all Australian states and territories under the applicable Powers of Attorney Act.
Medical Power of Attorney (Australia)
Create a Medical Power of Attorney (Enduring Guardian / Health Care Proxy) for Australia. Appoints a trusted person to make medical and lifestyle decisions if you lose capacity. Governed by state Guardianship Acts and Powers of Attorney legislation.
Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney (Australia)
Create a Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney for Australia. Authorises a trusted person to register, transfer, sell, or otherwise deal with a motor vehicle on your behalf. Used for state transport authority transactions including NEVDIS, RMS, VicRoads, TMR, and DoT.
Revocation of Power of Attorney (Australia)
Create a formal Revocation of Power of Attorney under Australian law. Terminates the authority of a previously appointed Attorney immediately upon notice. Covers General, Enduring, and Limited Powers of Attorney. Includes notice to the Attorney, notification provisions for third parties, and registration guidance for registered powers of attorney. Compliant with state-specific revocation requirements across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA, TAS, ACT, and NT.
Special Power of Attorney (Australia)
Create a Special (Limited) Power of Attorney for Australia. Authorises an attorney to act for specific transactions or a defined period — such as selling property, managing a bank account, or signing documents while overseas. Governed by state Powers of Attorney Acts.
General Power of Attorney Brazil (Procuração Geral)
A General Power of Attorney (Procuração Geral) for Brazil — governed by Código Civil Arts. 653–692, granting broad representational authority to an attorney-in-fact (procurador) for administrative, financial, and legal acts, with specifications on scope, duration, and substabelecimento rights.
General Power of Attorney (Canada)
Create a Canadian General Power of Attorney authorizing an attorney to manage your property and financial affairs while you remain mentally capable. Compliant with the Substitute Decisions Act (Ontario), Power of Attorney Act (BC), Powers of Attorney Act (Alberta), and the Civil Code of Quebec.
Power of Attorney (Canada)
Create a simple Canadian Power of Attorney to appoint an agent to act on your behalf in financial and legal matters. This standard (non-continuing) template is automatically revoked if the principal becomes mentally incapable. References provincial power of attorney legislation including Ontario's Substitute Decisions Act, BC's Power of Attorney Act, and Alberta's Powers of Attorney Act. Covers general or specific powers, effective period, restrictions, compensation, liability limitation, and witness provisions. Select your governing province and download as PDF or Word — free.
Power of Attorney for Child (Canada)
Create a Canadian Power of Attorney for a minor child that temporarily delegates parental authority to a designated caregiver. Covers medical consent, education enrolment, travel authorization, and emergency care under the Children's Law Reform Act (Ontario), Family Law Act (BC), and other provincial family law statutes.
Continuing (Enduring) Power of Attorney (Canada)
Create a Canadian Continuing (Enduring) Power of Attorney for Property that remains effective even after the Donor becomes mentally incapable. Compliant with Ontario's Substitute Decisions Act, 1992, BC's Power of Attorney Act, Alberta's Powers of Attorney Act, and the Civil Code of Quebec.
Limited Power of Attorney (Canada)
Create a Canadian Limited Power of Attorney that authorizes an attorney to act on your behalf for a specific transaction or purpose. Covers real estate closings, banking matters, CRA tax filings, vehicle transfers, and other defined tasks under provincial power of attorney legislation.
Power of Attorney for Personal Care (Canada)
Appoint a trusted person to make healthcare and personal care decisions on your behalf if you become incapable. Covers consent to treatment, life-sustaining measures, shelter, nutrition, and end-of-life preferences. Compliant with Ontario’s Substitute Decisions Act, BC’s Representation Agreement Act, and Alberta’s Personal Directives Act.
Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney (Canada)
Create a Canadian Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney to authorize someone to transfer ownership, register, or manage a motor vehicle on your behalf. Covers vehicle sales, title transfers, plate renewals, lien registration, and safety inspections under provincial motor vehicle legislation.
Special Power of Attorney (Canada)
Create a Canadian Special Power of Attorney (mandat spécial) authorizing an attorney to perform specific legal acts on your behalf. Covers real estate closings, banking, CRA dealings, legal proceedings, corporate transactions, insurance claims, and estate administration under provincial power of attorney legislation and the Civil Code of Quebec.
Power of Attorney Switzerland (Vollmacht)
A Power of Attorney (Vollmacht) for Switzerland — governed by the Swiss Code of Obligations (OR) Articles 32-40 and the Swiss Civil Code (ZGB) Articles 360-369 for the Vorsorgeauftrag, covering Generalvollmacht, Spezialvollmacht, and KESB-related advance directives.
General Power of Attorney Chile (Mandato General)
A General Power of Attorney (Mandato General) for Chile governed by the Código Civil Articles 2116 through 2173, by which a mandante (principal) grants broad authority to a mandatario (agent/attorney-in-fact) to act on their behalf in judicial and extrajudicial matters, execute before a Notario Público and inscribed as required by Chilean law.
Special Banking Power of Attorney Chile (Poder Especial Bancario)
A Special Banking Power of Attorney (Poder Especial Bancario) for Chile governed by Código Civil Article 2141 and regulated by the Comisión para el Mercado Financiero (CMF), authorizing a mandatario to operate bank accounts, sign cheques, execute transfers, and contract financial products on behalf of the mandante before institutions supervised by the CMF.
Special Power of Attorney for Real Estate Sale Chile (Poder Especial Compraventa)
A Special Power of Attorney for Real Estate Sale (Poder Especial para Compraventa) for Chile under Código Civil Articles 2141–2143, by which a mandante grants specific authority to a mandatario to execute a real estate purchase or sale before a Notario Público, with express faculty to sign the escritura pública and register at the CBR.
Special Litigation Power of Attorney Chile (Poder Especial Judicial)
A Special Litigation Power of Attorney (Poder Especial Judicial) for Chile governed by Código Civil Article 2141 and Código de Procedimiento Civil Article 6, authorizing an abogado or procurador to represent the mandante before Chilean courts — Juzgados de Letras, Cortes de Apelaciones, and the Corte Suprema — with the special powers required by CPC Article 7.
General Notarial Power of Attorney Chile (Poder General Notarial)
A General Notarial Power of Attorney (Poder General Notarial) for Chile under Código Civil Articles 2132–2136, by which a mandante grants broad administrative and representational authority to a mandatario for judicial and extrajudicial matters, executed as an escritura pública before a Notario Público.
Preventive Power of Attorney for Incapacity Chile (Poder Preventivo de Incapacidad)
A Preventive Power of Attorney for Incapacity (Poder Preventivo de Incapacidad) for Chile governed by Código Civil Article 2141, Ley 20.584 on patients' rights, and supported by the framework of CC Article 2163, enabling a mandante to designate a trusted person to manage their personal, financial, and health-related affairs in the event of future mental or physical incapacity.
Revocation of Power of Attorney Chile (Revocación de Mandato)
A Revocation of Power of Attorney (Revocación de Mandato) for Chile governed by Código Civil Article 2165 and Código Orgánico de Tribunales Article 420, by which a mandante formally terminates an existing poder notarial and notifies the mandatario and all relevant third parties — banks, the CBR, courts, and the SII — of the termination of the agent's authority.
Power of Attorney for Asset Management Colombia (Poder de Administracion de Bienes)
A Power of Attorney for Asset Management (Poder de Administracion de Bienes) for Colombia authorizing a representative to administer, manage, lease, collect income, and conserve real and personal property on behalf of the grantor, governed by Codigo Civil Articles 2142 through 2199 and Decreto 960 de 1970 (Estatuto del Notariado).
Special Power of Attorney for Real Property Colombia (Poder Especial para Inmuebles)
A Special Power of Attorney for Real Property (Poder Especial para Inmuebles) for Colombia under Codigo Civil Article 2142, CC Article 1857, and Decreto Ley 960 de 1970, granting a mandatario specific authority to buy, sell, mortgage, lease, or manage a designated real property (inmueble) on behalf of the poderdante — executed as an escritura publica before a Notario Publico.
Special Power of Attorney for DIAN Proceedings Colombia (Poder Especial Tramites DIAN)
A Special Power of Attorney authorizing a representative to act before the DIAN (Direccion de Impuestos y Aduanas Nacionales) for specific tax proceedings — filing returns, requesting refunds, updating RUT, responding to audits — governed by Estatuto Tributario Article 556 and Codigo Civil Articles 2142 through 2199.
General Power of Attorney Colombia (Poder General)
A General Power of Attorney (Poder General) for Colombia governed by Codigo Civil Articles 2142-2199 and Decreto 960 de 1970, authorising an agent (apoderado) to act on behalf of the principal (poderdante) in legal, financial, and administrative matters through escritura publica.
General Power of Attorney Colombia (Poder General Notarial)
A General Power of Attorney (Poder General Notarial) for Colombia under Codigo Civil Articles 2142 through 2199 and Decreto Ley 960 de 1970, granting a mandatario (agent) broad authority to act on behalf of the poderdante (principal) in legal, financial, and administrative matters — executed as an escritura publica before a Notario Publico.
Judicial Power of Attorney Colombia (Poder de Representacion Judicial)
A Judicial Power of Attorney (Poder de Representacion Judicial) for Colombia authorizing an abogado (attorney at law) to represent the grantor in civil, family, commercial, or labor litigation before Colombian courts, governed by Codigo General del Proceso Ley 1564 de 2012 Articles 74 through 91 and Decreto 196 de 1971 (Estatuto del Abogado).
Revocation of Power of Attorney Colombia (Revocacion de Poder Notarial)
A Revocation of Power of Attorney (Revocacion de Poder Notarial) for Colombia formally terminating a previously granted notarial or private power of attorney, governed by Codigo Civil Articles 2189 through 2199 and Decreto 960 de 1970 (Estatuto del Notariado), with registration before the Oficina de Registro de Instrumentos Publicos (ORIP) when real property is involved.
Special Power of Attorney Spain (Poder Especial)
A Special Power of Attorney (Poder Especial) for Spain — governed by Código Civil Article 1713, granting authority limited to specific acts or transactions, executed before a Notario Público for legal validity.
General Power of Attorney Spain (Poder General)
A General Power of Attorney (Poder General) for Spain — governed by Código Civil Articles 1709–1739 (mandate) and Articles 1713–1715 (general vs special powers), executed before a Notario as a public deed (escritura pública), authorising an attorney-in-fact (apoderado) to act on behalf of the principal (poderdante) across a wide range of legal and administrative matters.
Irrevocable Power of Attorney Spain (Poder Irrevocable)
An Irrevocable Power of Attorney (Poder Irrevocable) for Spain — governed by Código Civil Article 1732, creating an agency coupled with interest that survives revocation attempts, used in commercial transactions and property dealings.
Litigation Power of Attorney Spain (Poder para Pleitos)
A Litigation Power of Attorney (Poder para Pleitos) for Spain — governed by Ley de Enjuiciamiento Civil Article 25, granting a Procurador authority to represent the principal in judicial and administrative proceedings.
Preventive Power of Attorney Spain (Poder Preventivo)
A Preventive Power of Attorney (Poder Preventivo) for Spain — governed by Código Civil Article 1732, remaining effective upon the principal's incapacitation, used for elder care planning and disability protection.
Guardianship Application Finland
Hakemus edunvalvojan määräämiseksi käräjäoikeuteen tai Digi- ja väestötietovirastoon laki holhoustoimesta (442/1999) 8 pykälän mukaisesti. Käytetään, kun henkilö ei sairauden, muistisairauden tai muun syyn vuoksi kykene hoitamaan omia asioitaan.
Continuing Power of Attorney Finland
Kirjallinen Edunvalvontavaltuutus laki edunvalvontavaltuutuksesta (648/2007) mukaisesti. Nimea luotettu valtuutettu hoitamaan taloudellisia ja henkiloa koskevia asioitasi, jos itse tulet kykenemattomaksi. Tulee voimaan, kun Digi- ja vaestotietovirasto vahvistaa sen.
General Power of Attorney
What happens when you can’t handle your own affairs — whether you’re traveling abroad, recovering from surgery, or dealing with a health crisis? A General Power of Attorney lets you appoint someone you trust to act on your behalf for financial, legal, and personal matters. They can sign documents, manage bank accounts, handle real estate transactions, and make decisions when you’re unable to. It’s one of the most important documents in personal planning. Our free template covers the agent’s powers, effective dates, limitations, and revocation procedures. Download as PDF or Word.
Enduring Power of Attorney (Ghana)
An Enduring Power of Attorney for Ghana authorising a trusted attorney to manage property, financial, and legal affairs, remaining valid despite the donor's subsequent mental incapacity, under the Contracts Act 1960 (Act 25) and the Powers of Attorney Act 1998 (Act 549).
Financial Power of Attorney (Ghana)
A Financial Power of Attorney for Ghana authorising an agent to manage bank accounts, investments, and financial transactions on behalf of the principal under the Contracts Act 1960 (Act 25) s.139.
General Power of Attorney (Ghana) (Power Of Attorney)
A binding General Power of Attorney for Ghana authorising an agent to act on behalf of the principal in legal, financial, and business matters under the Contracts Act 1960 (Act 25) s.139 and applicable Ghanaian common law.
Limited Power of Attorney (Ghana)
A Limited Power of Attorney for Ghana authorising an agent to act on the principal's behalf for a specific task or period, governed by the Contracts Act 1960 (Act 25) s.139 and the Powers of Attorney Act 1998 (Act 549).
Property Power of Attorney (Ghana)
A Property Power of Attorney for Ghana authorising an agent to manage, lease, maintain, and deal with the Principal's real property under the Land Act 2020 (Act 1036) s.124 and the Contracts Act 1960 (Act 25).
Revocation of Power of Attorney (Ghana)
A formal Revocation of Power of Attorney for Ghana cancelling an existing power of attorney and withdrawing the Agent's authority under the Contracts Act 1960 (Act 25) s.145 and s.163.
Springing Power of Attorney (Ghana)
A binding Springing Power of Attorney for Ghana that takes effect only upon a specified triggering event such as the donor's incapacity, governed by the Contracts Act 1960 (Act 25) s.139 and Ghanaian common law.
Enduring Power of Attorney (Hong Kong)
An Enduring Power of Attorney for Hong Kong that remains effective even after the donor loses mental capacity, governed by the Enduring Powers of Attorney Ordinance (Cap. 501). Must be registered with the High Court before it can be used once the donor becomes mentally incapacitated.
Financial Power of Attorney (Hong Kong)
A Financial Power of Attorney for Hong Kong authorising an attorney to manage the donor's financial affairs, including banking, investments, and tax matters.
Lasting Power of Attorney (Enduring Powers of Attorney Ordinance) Hong Kong
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA / Enduring Power of Attorney) for Hong Kong under the Enduring Powers of Attorney Ordinance (Cap. 501). Enables a donor to appoint an attorney to manage property and financial affairs if the donor later becomes mentally incapacitated. Covers registration with the High Court, scope of authority, restrictions, and certification requirements.
Medical Power of Attorney (Hong Kong)
A Medical Power of Attorney for Hong Kong appointing a healthcare proxy to make medical decisions on behalf of the donor if they become unable to decide for themselves.
General Power of Attorney (Hong Kong) (Power Of Attorney)
A General Power of Attorney authorising a named attorney to act on behalf of the donor in specified legal, financial, and property matters under the Powers of Attorney Ordinance (Cap. 31). Must be executed before a solicitor in Hong Kong. Note: a General POA is automatically revoked upon the donor's mental incapacity — for enduring authority, a separate Enduring Power of Attorney under the Mental Health Ordinance (Cap. 136) is required.
Revocation of Power of Attorney (Hong Kong)
A Revocation of Power of Attorney for Hong Kong formally cancelling a previously granted power of attorney and notifying relevant parties of the revocation.
Special Power of Attorney (Hong Kong)
A Special Power of Attorney for Hong Kong granting limited authority to an attorney for specific transactions or purposes, such as property sales or bank transactions.
Enduring Power of Attorney (Ireland)
Appoint a trusted person to manage your financial and personal welfare decisions in Ireland if you lose capacity, under the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015.
General Power of Attorney (Ireland)
An Irish General Power of Attorney authorising an agent to manage property, financial, and legal affairs on behalf of the donor under the Powers of Attorney Act 1996.
Power of Attorney (Ireland)
A legal document authorising one person to act on behalf of another in legal, financial, or personal matters in Ireland.
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