Power of Attorney for Contract Execution Without Leaving Home

Yes, you have total control over the scope of the power. You can specify exactly:

• What types of contracts can be signed (purchase, lease, services, etc.)
• Maximum amounts allowed per operation
• Parties with whom contracts can be made
• Duration of the power
• Any other condition or limitation you consider necessary

The notary will draft the document reflecting all restrictions you establish to protect your interests.

Only if you expressly include that authority in the power of attorney. By default, the power only authorizes the execution of new contracts.

If you need the agent to be able to modify, renew, or cancel existing agreements, you must clearly specify this when requesting the power. The notary will reflect it in the document to avoid interpretation problems.

Yes, commercial companies can grant powers for contract execution to employees, executives, or third parties. The power is granted by the legal representative of the company (administrator or authorized agent).

It is common in companies that empower commercial directors, area managers, or delegates to sign contracts with clients, suppliers, or partners without requiring the administrator to intervene in each operation.

The power has indefinite validity by default, remaining in effect until you decide to revoke it.

However, you can establish a specific duration when granting it (example: 1 year, 6 months, until a specific operation is completed). Once the term expires, the power automatically loses its effect.

You can also revoke it at any time through a public deed of revocation, even if the term has not expired.

Contracts signed exceeding the power's authorities may be:

• Null or voidable: if the other party knew the power's limitations
• Not binding for you as principal
• Agent's liability: they may face claims for acting without sufficient authorization

That is why it is essential to precisely define the power's limits and for all parties to know its exact scope before formalizing any contract.

No, you can grant it from any country via video conference with a Spanish notary. You only need:

• Stable internet connection
• Device with camera and microphone
• Your valid identity document (ID, NIE, or passport)
• Email to receive the signed document

The notary will verify your identity during the video call and the power will have the same validity as if you granted it in person in Spain.

The complete process is usually done in less than 24 hours:

• Application and documentation: 15-30 minutes
• Draft preparation: 2-4 hours
• Notarial video conference: 15-20 minutes
• Signature and digital delivery: same day or next business day

In urgent cases, we can process it in a few hours. Contact us to prioritize your request.

To process the power of attorney you need:

• Your identity document: Valid ID, NIE, or passport (scanned copy)
• Complete agent details: full name, identity document (ID/NIE), and current address
• Power specifications: authorized contract types, economic limits, special conditions
• Contact details: email and phone for coordination

If you act as a company representative, you will also need the company's TIN and documentation proving your representation authority.

Yes, you can grant the power to multiple agents establishing how they must act:

• Severally: each can sign contracts independently
• Jointly: all must act together for the contract to be valid
• Indistinctly: any can act alone, but several can also act together

The notary will advise you on the most convenient modality according to your needs and the level of control you want to maintain.

Yes, the Spanish notarial power has international validity, especially in countries that recognize the Hague Convention.

To use the power abroad, you will normally need:

• Hague Apostille: international certification for countries signatory to the Convention
• Sworn translation: to the official language of the country where it will be used
• Consular legalization: in countries not adhered to the Hague Convention

We can handle the apostille as an additional service to facilitate international use of the power.