Because the mandate is narrow, the document must describe the purpose precisely. This generator asks for the transaction, the financial limits, any exclusions and the end date of the authority.
What the document includes
- Limited to one clearly described transaction
- Payment caps, banking details and excluded powers
- Two-witness attestation and revocation terms
Who needs this document?
- People appointing someone to conclude one defined transaction
- Anyone abroad who needs a single document signed at home
- Parties instructing an agent for a specific SARS or bank dealing
- Litigants authorising a representative for one defined matter
The South African law behind it
- South African common law of agency (mandate)
- Deeds Registries Act 47 of 1937 — regulations 65 and 66
- Financial Intelligence Centre Act 38 of 2001 — identification requirements
- Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013
How it works
01. Choose
Pick this document and open the guided generator.
02. Personalise
Answer plain-English questions and watch the draft build.
03. Use
Pay, download the PDF and send secure signing links to each party.
Frequently asked questions
How is this different from a general power of attorney?
A general power covers ordinary day-to-day affairs broadly. A special power authorises one defined act and lapses once that act is complete.
Do I need witnesses?
Two witnesses are strongly recommended and are required by most banks, the Deeds Office and SARS. The generator prints the witness block when you select it.
When does the authority end?
On completion of the defined purpose, on the end date you choose, on written revocation, or on the death or mental incapacity of the principal.
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