Powers of Attorney

What this covers

A power of attorney is one of the most common documents I notarise, and one of the most likely to be rejected if executed incorrectly. Requirements differ by destination country: some require specific clauses, translations, apostilled supporting identity documents or both principal and attorney to attend. I coordinate the wording with the foreign notary or registry before you sign wherever practical.

Typical documents

• General & ordinary powers of attorney — For property purchases, bank instructions or business management overseas.
• Lasting & enduring powers (signature certification) — Where a foreign authority requires a notarised copy or certified signature.
• Corporate powers of attorney — Board authorisations and powers granted by companies — see Corporate services.
• Revocations & reissue — Notarised revocation of a superseded power, plus fresh execution of the replacement.
• Translation & apostille packages — The power translated by a sworn translator and apostilled in a single instruction.

What to bring / send

• A scan or photo of the document (or the wording you have been given) by email or WhatsApp.
• Your valid passport and proof of address, dated within three months.
• The name of the country and authority where the document will be used.
• Any deadline you are working to — it shapes the route we choose.