Authorize Someone: 16 Powerful Letter Templates

[Date]

[Recipient Name]
[Recipient Address]

Dear [Recipient Name],

I, [Your Name], hereby authorize [Authorized Person’s Name] to act on my behalf in a general capacity. This authorization includes the ability to [Specify tasks, e.g., sign documents, make decisions, collect mail]. This authorization is valid from [Start Date] to [End Date].

[Date]

[Delivery Service Name]
[Delivery Service Address]

Dear Sir/Madam,

I, [Your Name], hereby authorize [Authorized Person’s Name] to collect a package addressed to me at [Your Address]. The tracking number for the package is [Tracking Number]. [Authorized Person’s Name] will present a copy of their identification.

[Date]

[Doctor’s Name/Hospital Name]
[Doctor’s Address/Hospital Address]

Dear [Doctor’s Name/Hospital Name],

I, [Your Name], authorize [Authorized Person’s Name], to access my medical records held by your office/hospital. This authorization includes access to [Specify records, e.g., test results, consultation notes, medical history] for the period of [Start Date] to [End Date]. A copy of my identification is attached.

[Date]

[School Name]
[School Address]

Dear [School Principal/Teacher’s Name],

I, [Your Name], parent/guardian of [Child’s Name], hereby authorize [Authorized Person’s Name] to pick up my child from school. [Authorized Person’s Name] is [Relationship to child, e.g., my aunt, a family friend]. They are authorized to pick up [Child’s Name] on [Days of the week] from [Time] onwards. They will present a photo ID.

[Date]

[Bank Name]
[Bank Address]

Dear Sir/Madam,

I, [Your Name], authorize [Authorized Person’s Name] to perform the following transactions on my account, account number [Account Number]: [Specify Transactions, e.g., deposit funds, withdraw funds up to [Amount], transfer funds]. This authorization is valid from [Start Date] to [End Date].

[Date]

[Recipient Name/Organization Name]
[Recipient Address/Organization Address]

Dear [Recipient Name/Organization Name],

I, [Your Name], authorize [Authorized Person’s Name] to sign documents on my behalf relating to [Specific Matter, e.g., the sale of property at [Address], the contract with [Company Name]]. This authorization is limited to the aforementioned matter and is valid from [Start Date] to [End Date].

[Date]

[Recipient Name/Organization Name]
[Recipient Address/Organization Address]

Dear [Recipient Name/Organization Name],

I, [Your Name], authorize [Authorized Person’s Name] to make decisions on my behalf regarding [Specific Area, e.g., my healthcare, my finances]. This authorization is effective immediately and will remain in effect until revoked in writing by me.

[Date]

[Recipient Name/Organization Name]
[Recipient Address/Organization Address]

Dear [Recipient Name/Organization Name],

I, [Your Name], appoint [Authorized Person’s Name] as my agent to act on my behalf in all matters related to [Specific Purpose, e.g., managing my rental property at [Address], representing me in negotiations with [Company Name]]. This authorization includes the power to [List specific powers, e.g., collect rent, sign leases, negotiate contracts]. This authorization is valid from [Start Date] to [End Date].

[Date]

[Recipient Name/Organization Name]
[Recipient Address/Organization Address]

Dear [Recipient Name/Organization Name],

I, [Your Name], hereby authorize [Authorized Person’s Name] to collect [Specific Documents, e.g., my passport, my birth certificate, the contract for [Project Name]] on my behalf. [Authorized Person’s Name] will present a copy of their identification.

[Date]

[Consulate/Embassy Name]
[Consulate/Embassy Address]

Dear Sir/Madam,

I, [Your Name], hereby authorize [Authorized Person’s Name] to represent me in my travel visa application process. This authorization includes the power to submit documents and answer questions on my behalf. My passport number is [Passport Number].

[Date]

[Recipient Name/Organization Name]
[Recipient Address/Organization Address]

Dear [Recipient Name/Organization Name],

I, [Your Name], am unable to attend the meeting on [Date] regarding [Subject of Meeting]. I authorize [Authorized Person’s Name] to represent me at the meeting and make decisions on my behalf.

[Date]

[Recipient Name/Organization Name]
[Recipient Address/Organization Address]

Dear [Recipient Name/Organization Name],

I, [Your Name], authorize [Authorized Person’s Name] to access my online account with username [Username]. This authorization is valid until [End Date]. I understand that I am responsible for the actions taken by [Authorized Person’s Name] within my account.

[Date]

[Recipient Name/Organization Name]
[Recipient Address/Organization Address]

Dear [Recipient Name/Organization Name],

I, [Your Name], am unable to attend the meeting on [Date] regarding [Subject of Meeting]. I authorize [Authorized Person’s Name] to represent me at the meeting and make decisions on my behalf.

[Date]

[Department of Motor Vehicles]
[DMV Address]

Dear Sir/Madam,

I, [Your Name], authorize [Authorized Person’s Name] to renew my driver’s license on my behalf. My driver’s license number is [Driver’s License Number]. I have attached a copy of my current license and authorize [Authorized Person’s Name] to complete any necessary paperwork and pay any applicable fees.

[Date]

[Auto Repair Shop Name]
[Auto Repair Shop Address]

Dear Sir/Madam,

I, [Your Name], authorize [Authorized Person’s Name] to approve and oversee repairs to my vehicle, a [Year] [Make] [Model], with VIN [Vehicle Identification Number]. They are authorized to discuss the repair estimates, approve necessary work, and pay the final invoice on my behalf.

[Date]

[Attorney/Executor Name]
[Attorney/Executor Address]

Dear [Attorney/Executor Name],

I, [Your Name], authorize [Authorized Person’s Name] to inquire about the progress of the estate of [Deceased’s Name]. They have my permission to receive updates and documentation regarding my inheritance. I am a beneficiary of the estate.