Online Revocation or Renunciation of Power of Attorney: Cancel Your Power with Legal Validity in Spain

Revocation is performed by the principal (who granted the power) voiding it. Renunciation is performed by the attorney-in-fact (who received the power) expressing that they do not wish to continue exercising the representation. Both require a notarial public deed.

Through a public deed before a notary. The principal appears, identifies the power to be revoked (date, notary, protocol number), expresses their will to revoke it, and signs the deed. Then the attorney-in-fact must be notified.

Yes, for the revocation to have full effect against third parties, the attorney-in-fact must be formally notified. Until notified, the attorney-in-fact may continue to act and third parties in good faith may consider their actions valid.

The revocation deed has immediate effect from the moment it is granted. However, to oppose it to third parties, it is advisable to notify the attorney-in-fact and, if the power is registered in a registry, to also register the revocation.

Notarial fees for revocation or renunciation are lower than for granting a power of attorney. Approximately 40-70€ plus formal notification costs. Request an exact quote.

Yes, many notaries allow granting revocation deeds by video conference with electronic identification. It is especially useful if you live far away or abroad.

If they act knowing about the revocation, their actions are null and they may incur criminal liability (misappropriation, fraud). If third parties in good faith were unaware of the revocation, their actions may be valid, which is why notification is crucial.

No, the attorney-in-fact cannot oppose the revocation. The principal has the absolute right to revoke the power at any time without needing justification or the attorney-in-fact's consent.

No, the attorney-in-fact has the right to renounce without justification. However, they must notify the principal so that they can take measures (appoint a new attorney-in-fact or personally manage their affairs).

Yes, you can revoke only some powers while keeping others in effect. In the revocation deed, you must specify exactly which powers are being eliminated and which remain.