Online Powers of Attorney Without Leaving Home

Yes, you can process your power of attorney 100% digitally without needing to physically attend the notary office. The entire process is conducted via video call and electronic signature, complying with current Spanish regulations.

You only need an internet connection, a device with a camera, and your digital certificate or Cl@ve system to sign.

An online power of attorney has exactly the same legal validity as one signed in person at the notary office.

It is accepted by all public bodies, banking entities, public registries, and courts in Spain. The document has the notary's qualified electronic signature, which guarantees its authenticity and full legal effectiveness.

To process your online power of attorney you need:

• Valid ID, NIE, or passport
• Digital certificate or Cl@ve system to sign
• Complete details of the attorney-in-fact (name, ID, address)
• Active email address
• Device with camera, microphone, and stable internet connection

The complete process is usually completed in 24-48 hours from first contact:

• Initial request and documentation submission: 5-10 minutes
• Draft preparation by notary: 24 hours
• Video call and signature: 15-20 minutes
• Signed document delivery: immediate after signature

In urgent cases, the process can be accelerated by consulting with the notary office.

The cost of an online power of attorney is similar to that of an in-person procedure, as notarial fees are officially regulated. The price varies according to the type and complexity of the power.

To obtain an exact quote adapted to your specific case, contact the Las Rozas notary office directly. They will provide you with a detailed price with no obligation.

Yes, you can process your online power of attorney from any country in the world. You only need an internet connection, your Spanish digital certificate or Cl@ve system, and your valid documentation.

This service is especially useful for residents abroad who need to manage legal matters in Spain without travelling.

The notary uses a secure identification protocol during the video call:

• Verifies your original identity document in real time
• Checks the security elements of the ID/NIE
• Confirms that the person on video call matches the document photo
• Uses qualified electronic signature systems

This process complies with all legal requirements for notarial identification.

Yes, you can revoke a power of attorney at any time, regardless of whether you granted it online or in person. The revocation can also be done digitally following the same process.

It is important to formally notify the revocation to the attorney-in-fact and to the entities where the power has been used so it has immediate effect.

General Power: Authorises the attorney-in-fact to act in multiple areas (legal, administrative, financial) with broad powers. Requires full trust.

Specific Power: Limited to one or several specific actions (selling a property, collecting a debt, accepting an inheritance). More restrictive and controlled.

The notary will advise you on which is more suitable for your particular situation.

No, the attorney-in-fact does not need to be present during the granting of the power of attorney. Only your presence (online) and your complete identification details are required.

The attorney-in-fact will receive a copy of the power once signed and can begin using it according to the powers you have granted.