SOUTH AFRICAN LEGAL DOCUMENTS
Power of Attorney
Give someone you trust the authority to act for you. Create your personalised general or special Power of Attorney online, with guided questions that turn your instructions into a PDF document.
Choose the powers. Answer the questions. Create your document.
YOUR ANSWERS. YOUR DOCUMENT.
DOCUMENT PREVIEW
Power of
Attorney
01 Your chosen representative
02 The authority you give
Illustration only · Not a legal document
Built around your answersA guided questionnaire, not a blank page.
KNOW WHAT YOU’RE GETTING
Your authority. Your choice of representative.
Personalised to your instructions
Create a PDF Power of Attorney with your details, your chosen representative and the powers you want to give.
The authority you choose
Select a general Power of Attorney or focus the authority on a particular matter with a special Power of Attorney.
No blank page to start from
Follow structured questions to build your document, instead of drafting it from scratch.
FROM QUESTIONS TO DOCUMENT
Create your document in three steps.
Make it yours
Follow the guided questions to add your details and choose the options that suit you.
Place your order
Check your details and total, accept the terms, then pay through PayFast.
Receive your document
Receive your PDF Power of Attorney.
FAQs & Useful Information
Helpful answers about creating and using your document.
How do I create my Power of Attorney?
Click Create my Power of Attorney and follow the guided questions. Check your details, selections and total, accept the terms, then pay through PayFast to order your personalised document.
Should I choose a general or special Power of Attorney?
Choose a general Power of Attorney for broader authority, or a special Power of Attorney for a particular task or matter. The questionnaire lets you identify the authority you want to give. If you are unsure about its scope or consequences, get advice before signing.
When might I use a Power of Attorney?
It can help when you need someone to handle a matter for you while you are travelling, unavailable or unable to attend in person. You must still have the legal capacity to authorise them. Choose powers suited to the task and check the recipient’s requirements.
Who should I choose to act for me?
Choose someone you trust to follow your instructions and keep you informed. Consider the responsibilities you are giving them and discuss the arrangement before signing. Your representative must have the legal capacity to carry out the authorised acts.
What details will help me complete the questionnaire?
Have your details, your representative’s details and the task or powers you want to authorise ready. The guided questions help you put these instructions into your document.
How do I check that the document suits my intended use?
Ask the bank, institution or other recipient whether it requires its own form or particular wording, witnesses or certification. Confirm this before purchasing so you can choose the right document for the job.
What happens after payment?
You receive your personalised PDF Power of Attorney. Check the names, details and powers, then complete the signing and any recipient-specific requirements before using it.
How long does a Power of Attorney last?
Its duration depends on its wording, purpose and the applicable law. In South Africa it does not continue after the person granting it dies or loses the necessary legal capacity. It is not an enduring power of attorney for future mental incapacity.
Does the document price include legal advice?
The R399 price is for preparing your document from your answers. It does not include advice on your circumstances. If you need help deciding which powers are appropriate, get legal advice before signing.
Can I pay in instalments?
Pay through PayFast after completing your questionnaire. The payment page shows the methods available for your purchase. If an instalment option is offered, check the provider’s eligibility criteria and terms before selecting it.
Create your Power of Attorney today.
Put your chosen representative and their authority in writing. Start with the guided questions.
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