Power of Attorney for India

Sending a Power of Attorney from the UK to India does not have to be a complicated process. We simplify this procedure by offering a range of NRI Power of Attorney services, from drafting to guidance on the legalisation process and more.

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Sending a Power of Attorney from the UK to India

Being such a vast country, Indian legal procedures vary from state to state. And sometimes it can be quite challenging to find out the correct manner of things.

Considering the complexity of Indian Law, regulations and procedures, it is important to have professional and reliable legal advice. At Whytecroft Ford, our senior Indian lawyers are highly experienced in NRI property and financial legal matters. 

We understand that the legal needs of one NRI may not be the same as another. Therefore our Indian Power of Attorney service caters to those individuals who only need power of attorney related services. With this service, we aim to simplify the entire process of sending a valid power of attorney from the UK to India.

While making a power of attorney for use in India, it is vital that it is drafted in the correct format so that it is accepted by the Indian authorities. Along with the right format, the NRI Power of Attorney must undergo a series of legalisation processes to make it valid, otherwise, it cannot be used in India.

What can be done through an Indian power of attorney?

The need for a power of attorney can arise for different reasons. An Indian power of attorney deed can be given for different reasons and a valid PoA will empower an attorney to carry out tasks such as:

  • Dealing with financial matters such as applying for a mortgage or managing a bank account(s);
  • Property matters such as selling, buying or managing a property;
  • To conduct civil litigation such as managing and settle disputes in the court of law;
  • Perform the acts as required by banks, insurance companies and enter into contracts, deal with bonds, etc.;
  • Company related or commercial matters.

How we can assist you

If you wish to speak with our team we can assist you in English, Hindi, Punjabi or Urdu. Based on your requirements, we offer a range of legal services for your Indian Power of Attorney, such as:

  • PoA pack:

In this pack, you will receive both a power of attorney template to suit your requirements and a guidance booklet that details step by step the entire process of legalisation in the UK and in India.

Also, included in the guidance booklet is a template and procedure for cancelling the power of attorney after it has served its purpose.

  • PoA template only:

This option is suitable if you are familiar with the legalisation procedure but only require a custom power of attorney template.

  • Guidance booklet only:

This is a step by step guide that explains the legal process that you will need to undertake in the UK and India to make a valid power of attorney to be used in India. This option is suitable if you already have a PoA but do not know how to legalise it.

Included in this guide is a deed of revocation template and can be used to cancel the power of attorney when required.

  • Custom drafting services:

A member of our team works with you to create a fully customised power of attorney for India and guides you on the legalisation procedure.

Get your Indian PoA Pack today. 

The Pack includes a custom Indian power of attorney and guidance on the legalisation procedure from abroad (e.g. the UK, USA or Canada) and India.

STEP 1

Using the online form, fill in your details and make a secure payment 

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STEP 2

Our team will send you a questionnaire to make your PoA

STEP 3

We will send your PoA Pack via email within 2-3 days, usually sooner.

What’s included in the Indian PoA Pack?

Indian Power of Attorney template

  • A customised Indian power of attorney template to suit your requirements.
  • The template is easy to use and clearly marked to add the relevant personal details.
  • We send you the document in word format (.doc), so you can add or limit the powers by adding your own clauses.
  • The NRI power of attorney is drafted as per the format required under Indian Law.

Legalisation Guidance Booklet

  • With the PoA template, we send you guidance on the legalisation requirements, so you can ensure that you are making a valid PoA and it will be accepted by the authorities in India.
  • The guidance is a step by step explanation of the current PoA legalisation procedure and requirements, both from abroad (e.g. the UK, USA or Canada) and India.

Deed of Revocation template

  • When you need to cancel the PoA, you will need a Deed of Revocation. Included in the pack is a clearly marked deed of revocation template for easy customisation.
  • And a step by step description of how to cancel a power of attorney under Indian Law.
Sending a General Power of Attorney from UK to India

PoA Pack for NRI & OCI individuals

What’s included in the PoA Guidance Booklet?

If you already have a PoA but not sure about the legalisation process from UK and India, this detailed step by step guide will explain the requirements and what to expect at each stage of the process.

The Indian PoA guidance booklet contains:

Indian Power of Attorney legalisation guidance:

  • This step by step guide is for NRI individuals who are sending a PoA document from abroad to India.
  • This detailed guidance booklet explains the exact legal process that every Indian Power of Attorney must undergo for it to be valid and accepted by the Indian authorities.
  • It includes important information such as the requirements of an attorney and witnesses, the documentary requirements of all the legalising authorities involved and more.
  • You can also order your guide in Hindi or Punjabi, rather than English.

 

 Deed of Revocation Template

  • Along with the guide we have included a template for a deed of revocation template so that you can cancel the power of attorney at any time.

For more information on this booklet, please visit Indian PoA Legalisation Guidance Booklet.

Legalise Indian Power of attorney in UK

The Indian PoA Legalisation Guidance Booklet is both detailed and easy to navigate.

Choosing the right service for you

 

Your Indian power of attorney service is easy to order:

  • Fill in the payment form;
  • Depending on the level of service you need, simply choose one of the following from the payment form:
    • Legalisation Guide – we will send you the guidance booklet via email to download.
    • Power of attorney template – we will then send you a questionnaire to draft the PoA;
    • Power of attorney pack – we will send you a questionnaire to draft the PoA along with the guidance booklet. 
    • Custom drafting services – a member of our team works with you to customise your PoA as per your requirements.
  • Make a secure payment with any major debit or credit card. 
  • After we receive your payment, a member of our team will contact you to proceed with the next steps.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

If I buy the PoA Pack, can I to ask questions regarding Indian Law?

The PoA Pack is designed to be a one-off service if you have any general questions about the pack we will be happy to answer them. If you require detailed Indian legal advice about your situation, you may opt for Indian Law Consultation.

Do I need an Indian Power of Attorney?

Usually, an Indian power of attorney may be needed by an NRI who cannot carry out certain tasks or transactions in person by themselves due to different reasons. One may need an Indian power of attorney because they are:

    • outside of India due to personal or business-related reasons;
    • required to travel several times to India to perform a certain task;
    • suffering due to ill health and/or a disability;
    • old age or senior citizens who may or cannot travel to India;
    • unable to travel due to a travel restriction.
What sort of things can I do through an Indian Power of Attorney?

The need for a power of attorney for India can arise for different reasons, such as:

  • Dealing with financial matters such as applying for a mortgage or managing a bank account(s);
  • Property matters such as selling, buying or managing a property;
  • To conduct civil litigation such as managing and settle disputes in the court of law;
  • Perform the acts as required by banks, insurance companies and enter into contracts, deal with bonds, etc.;
  • Company related or commercial matters.
Once I have payed, how long till I receive my power of attorney pack?

After payment, we will send you a questionnaire, based on your answers we send you a custom power of attorney template. After receiving your questionnaire we send you the PoA template within 2-3 days, most of the time sooner.

How will I receive my power of attorney pack?

We will send it via email to the email address you provide during Step 1.
What will be the format of the power of attorney pack?

The power of attorney will be in word format (.doc) so that you can customise the template.

What if I require a higher level of support for my NRI power of attorney?

We offer an NRI power of attorney drafting services where we assist you with customisation as per your requirements. This is a higher level of service, therefore extra costs will be incurred.

Can I still use the guidance if I am a resident of Canada or USA?

Yes, the Guidance Booklet is for NRI and OCI people who are based outside of India and are sending the PoA to India from abroad. 

Are you still providing services during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown?

Yes, we are assisting our clients remotely until we can reopen for meetings.

 

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