What is a power of attorney?
A power of attorney is a legal document that gives another person (an attorney) authority to make financial or legal decisions on your behalf.
Personal & Estate Planning
Power of Attorney
Generate a general or enduring power of attorney for Hong Kong, appointing someone to make financial or legal decisions on your behalf under the Powers of Attorney Ordinance.
- Create a general power of attorney
Generate a general power of attorney appointing [Attorney Name] to act on behalf of [Principal Name] for [purpose, e.g. managing a specific property transaction] while the principal has capacity, consistent with the Hong Kong Powers of Attorney Ordinance.
- Create an enduring power of attorney
Generate an enduring power of attorney appointing [Attorney Name] to make financial and legal decisions for [Principal Name], continuing to operate even if the principal later loses capacity, consistent with the Hong Kong Enduring Powers of Attorney Ordinance.
- Create a limited power of attorney for a specific transaction
Generate a limited power of attorney appointing [Attorney Name] to act for [Principal Name] solely for the purpose of [Specific Transaction, e.g. selling a property at Address], with authority ending once the transaction is complete.
Power of Attorney Generator (Hong Kong)
A power of attorney is a legal document that appoints someone (an attorney) to make financial or legal decisions on your behalf, governed in Hong Kong by the Powers of Attorney Ordinance and, for enduring arrangements, the Enduring Powers of Attorney Ordinance. This free Hong Kong power of attorney generator produces both general powers of attorney, which apply while you have capacity, and enduring powers of attorney, which continue to operate even if you later lose mental capacity. It is designed for individuals arranging for someone to manage property, finances, or legal matters on their behalf, including while travelling, unwell, or planning ahead for incapacity. The generator lets you specify the scope of authority granted and any limits or conditions on the attorney's powers. Use it to ensure someone you trust can act for you when needed, while keeping formalities aligned with Hong Kong requirements.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a general and enduring power of attorney in Hong Kong?
A general power of attorney under the Powers of Attorney Ordinance only operates while you have mental capacity, while an enduring power of attorney made under the Enduring Powers of Attorney Ordinance continues to operate even after you lose capacity.
What formalities apply to an enduring power of attorney in Hong Kong?
It must be made in the prescribed form, signed by the donor and the attorney, and witnessed by a registered medical practitioner and a solicitor, who must confirm the donor understood the effect of the document.
Who can be appointed as an attorney in Hong Kong?
Generally any adult you trust, such as a family member, friend, or professional adviser, though the person must be willing and able to act in your best interests.
Can I cancel a power of attorney once it's made?
Yes, while you have capacity you can revoke a power of attorney at any time, generally by giving written notice to the attorney and any relevant third parties.
Does a power of attorney cover medical decisions in Hong Kong?
No. Financial powers of attorney are separate from medical decision-making, which in Hong Kong is addressed through separate guardianship arrangements rather than the Powers of Attorney or Enduring Powers of Attorney Ordinance.