1. The application for Power of Attorney.
2. Official identification of the person who will grant the power (grantor) and of the person who will receive the power (attorney). On the day of the appointment, you only need to bring original and photocopy of the ID of the grantor.
3. If the grantor is married, please bring the marriage certificate. The original of and a photocopy of this document will be requested on the day of appointment.
4. Draft of the desired power (optional). It is possible to use a generic model for general power but we always recommend consulting a lawyer or notary in Mexico to confirm what is actually needed. If a similar power has already been issued in Mexico, it is also useful to include a copy of it.
5. If the grantor does not understand Spanish, the grantor must be assisted by an interpreter. The interpreter must bring his or her official valid identification (original and photocopy) and the following information: date of birth, place of birth (country and state), nationality, occupation, marital status and current address.

1. Send the application and documents
   Send the complete application and the following corresponding documents (application, identifications, marriage certificates, previous powers etc.) for revision to Esta dirección de correo electrónico está siendo protegida contra los robots de spam. Necesita tener JavaScript habilitado para poder verlo.. Do not send folders over 10 MB or in a ZIP format. In the case that folders are over 10 MB, we suggest that you use services like Dropbox, GoogleDrive, OneDrive etc. and to send us the link to download the files
2. Wait for verification of documents
   As soon as we have verified that the documentation is complete, you will be assigned a date to come to the Embassy of Mexico. It is essential that you appear in person. If there is a date that best suits you, please indicate this when you send your documents so the embassy can verify appointment availability. Otherwise, you will be assigned an appointment on the next available date
3. Lodge your application in person at the embassy
   The day of the appointment you must present valid ID, marriage certificate, and the remaining documents sent via email (with the exception of the attorney’s ID). If your marriage is classified as a marital partnership (sociedad conyugal) and the POA includes acts of administration or ownership, the spouse must also be present at the appointment. Otherwise, a clause will be included in the legal document indicating that spousal permission may be required for the execution of power. If you do not speak Spanish, your interpreter must be present on the day of the appointment and carry with them their official ID.
4. Processing
   The document is prepared, reviewed, signed and paid for on the same day of the appointment. Once it has been signed by the applicant, the document is processed and delivered one business day later. If you cannot collect the POA in person, on the day of the appointment you can deliver a self-addressed “Registered Post” envelope, which the Embassy will use to post the finished document to you.

The costs are adjusted each month depending on the current exchange rates. To see the current rates, click here. Fees must be paid by electronic banking transfer on the day of the appointment. If an electronic transfer is not possible, payment can also be made in cash, exact amount (credit and debit cards are not accepted).

What is the difference between “natural person’’ and “legal person’’?
A natural person is a human being with rights and obligations. A legal person is a group of people united under a common cause, for example, a commercial company or civil association.

Can I grant the same power to two or more attorneys? / Can two or more grantors grant the same power to an attorney?
Yes. Powers of attorney can have multiple grantors and/or attorneys. If there is more than one attorney, it can be indicated in the Power of Attorney whether you’d like to grant the power in a joint or separate form.

For the purpose of Power of Attorney, what if I changed my name in Australia, but not in Mexico?
If you have not legally changed your name in Mexico, your name in Mexico is still the same as your birth certificate. If you have changed your name overseas, you will need to fully certify all the identification you possess and have possessed by means of official photo identification and other documentation that confirms you are the same person. In the Power of Attorney, you may include the previous names that you have had, as long as it can be proved that you are the same person.

Can I apply for a Power of Attorney not in person?
No. Due to the fact that a Power of Attorney can grant extensive powers to a third party, including the sale of property or contracting credit, you must certify your identity and give authorisation and consent. These documents require a signature in order to be verified. with a written signature in the document for the Power of Attorney.

When a family member dies in Mexico, is it possible to appoint Power of Attorney to give my inheritance to someone else?
No. You can choose to not accept the inheritance; however, you will not be able to designate a person to give the inheritance to. By rejecting the inheritance, you will also forgo the rights included in the will. Despite this, you can authorise a third person to execute the ensuing processes in legitimate succession, including the acceptance and subsequent transfer/sale of any goods you may receive.