Power of attorney template
A power of attorney lets someone act on your behalf. Below is a plain template for general or narrowly defined authority — copy it, download it for Word, or have it filled in and signed online.
Power of attorney template
Describe the authority as precisely as you can. Give a general power of attorney only to someone you fully trust.
POWER OF ATTORNEY
Principal
[full name], born [date of birth], residing at [address]. For a company: [company name], company ID [ID], registered office [address], represented by [name and position]
hereby authorises
Attorney: [full name], born [date of birth], residing at [address]
Scope
to act on the principal’s behalf [in all legal matters / in the following matters: e.g. collecting parcel no. …, dealing with … regarding …].
The attorney [may / may not] appoint a substitute.
Validity
This power of attorney is valid until [date] / until revoked / until its purpose is fulfilled (delete as appropriate).
Principal’s signature
[Place], [date]
............................................
principal
Acceptance
I accept this authority.
[Place], [date]
............................................
attorney
Things to check
- Authorities, land registries and banks often require a notarised or certified signature on a power of attorney — an online form signature is not enough there.
- A specific power of attorney is safer than a general one: the attorney can only do what is written in it.
- You can revoke a power of attorney; tell anyone who relied on it.
How to fill in and sign it online
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Turn the template into a form
Anything that changes — names, addresses, amounts, dates — becomes a field. The fixed wording goes in as a text block, so the other side reads all of it but cannot edit it.
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Add a signature field
People sign with a finger on a phone or with a mouse. When both sides sign at once, for example at a handover, add two signature fields and sign on one device.
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Send the link
A link, a QR code or the form embedded on your site. It works on phones and computers, with no app and no account.
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The PDF arrives by e-mail
After submitting, a PDF with the answers and the signature is generated and e-mailed. Every response keeps the time and IP address as an audit trail.
Where the template ends and a lawyer begins
This is a general template, not legal advice, and the rules differ from country to country. Adapt it to your situation and local law, and have a lawyer review it for larger amounts or long-term arrangements. Gatherino does not provide legal advice.
FAQ
Is the template free?
Yes. Copy the text or download it for Word for free, no sign-up. The online version with a signature works on the free plan up to 100 responses a month.
When do I need a certified signature?
Usually for authorities, land and vehicle registries and banks. An online signature suits everyday matters, such as collecting a parcel or dealing with a supplier.
Can I download it for Word?
Yes, the button above the template downloads a .doc file that opens in Word and LibreOffice.
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