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Applicant's photograph must be affixed on the last page of the document duly notarized by a Singapore notary public. Copy of self-attested power of attorney to be submitted along with the application. Sticker Form which is available at BLS.

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Why get a Lasting Power of Attorney?

Making an LPA provides certainty and peace of mind since the donor has the knowledge that a trusted and competent proxy decision maker will be able to step in to manage his affairs in his best interests.

How is Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) different from Will?

A will operates only after the will-maker’s death. By contrast, an LPA comes into effect only after the donor loses his mental capacity but loses its validity if the donor dies.

The Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)

The LPA is a legal document which allows a person who is at least 21 years of age (' donor '), to voluntarily appoint one or more persons (' donee (s) ') to make decisions and act on his/her behalf if he/she loses mental capacity one day. A donee can be appointed to act in the two broad areas of personal welfare and property & affairs matters.

Benefits of an LPA

Enables a person to make a personal, considered choice of a trusted proxy decision maker, who is reliable and competent to act in his/her best interests should he/she lose mental capacity one day.

Convenience and Cost of Making an LPA

The OPG has extended the LPA Form 1 application fee waiver for Singapore citizens to 31 March 2023, to encourage more Singaporeans to plan ahead and apply for a Lasting Power of Attorney.

What is the difference between an LPA Form 1 and LPA Form 2?

LPA Form 1 - Standard version that donors use to grant donees general powers with basic restrictions.

Who needs a Power of Attorney?

A POA is a useful legal instrument for people who spend a lot of time outside of Singapore, perhaps abroad, for business or other reasons. Such people cannot personally manage their own affairs in the country, for example, when buying, selling or renting real estate.

Five kinds of Power of Attorney

A General POA gives power to the donee to act on the donor’s behalf in all situations. However, it sometimes limits the donee’s powers too. For example, it gives the donee the ability to sell/rent/buy property, open safety deposit boxes; enter into contracts on the donor’s behalf, collect debts; and file tax returns, amongst other things.

Can I create my own POA?

You should always ask an experienced lawyer to help create a POA, as they involve complex procedures and require good legal knowledge. A lawyer can advise you, draft the POA, and answer your questions before you come to sign the document.