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Required Documents for Indian Power of Attorney Services

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  • Passport Size Photos
  • Signature

    (On Blank White Paper)

  • USA Address Proof Of Parents

    (Utility Bills, Bank Statements, Lease Agreements, DL, State ID's)

  • Legal status in USA

    (Valid Visa, I-797A, Green Card, I-20)

  • USA Passport Copy
  • Passport Size Photos
  • OCI Card

    (First 2 and Last 2 Pages)

  • USA Address Proof

    (Utility Bills, Bank Statements, Lease Agreements, DL, State IDs)

  • USA Passport Copy
  • Signature

    (On Blank White Paper)

  • Passport Size Photos
  • Legal status in USA

    (Valid Visa, I-797A, Green Card, I-20)

  • USA Address Proof

    (Utility Bills, Bank Statements, Lease Agreements, DL, State IDs)

  • USA Passport Copy
  • Notarized Copy

If you are looking for secure and reliable Power of Attorney (POA) certified services for Indian origin in the USA, then Visament is the perfect choice for you. Suppose you are a USA passport holder, OCI card holder, or Indian passport holder. Our decades of experience as Visament experts will help make your application process easy, from the documentation to attestation. In that case, we cover all for you to get an error-free application for Power of Attorney at Indian Embassy, USA.

What is a Power of Attorney India and Why Do You Need It?

The Indian POA (Power of Attorney) is a legal document and a form of agency which is governed by the Powers of Attorney Act, 1882, and the Indian Contract Act, 1872, that allows individuals (Attorney or agent) to manage NRIs (Principal) financial transactions, property transactions, legal representation, and other legal matters. Appointing a trusted individual, they will act on behalf of the NRI and are allowed to manage their affairs, deals, and legal representation in India without the need to travel.

You will need a Power of Attorney to:

  • To manage real estate transactions.
  • To buy or sell property in India.
  • For getting loans.
  • For investment purposes.
  • For easy banking and financial transactions.
  • For easy tax filings.
  • As a representative in NRI legal proceedings.
  • To manage business contacts and deals.

Types of Power of Attorney in India from the USA

There are mainly two types of Power of Attorney India from USA.

General Power of Attorney 

A General Power of Attorney in India is used for various types of matters, such as managing financial transactions, filing Income tax returns, making business deals, paying bills, or buying or selling property. GPA grants broad power to the agent to act on behalf of the principal.

Durable Power of Attorney

A Durable Power of Attorney in India is used when the principal is not mentally or physically capable. It allows the agent to make medical, legal, and financial decisions for the principal. This Power of Attorney remains in effect until the principal dies or cancels it.

Special Power of Attorney

Special Power of Attorney India grants special power to the agent to act or do particular tasks or make decisions on your behalf, such as making business deals, signing contracts, and representing the principal in legal matters.

The Special Power of Attorney is further divided for specific tasks:

  • Medical Power of Attorney: The Medical Power of Attorney grants the agent the legal authority to make healthcare decisions on behalf of the principal.
  • Financial Power of Attorney: This Power of Attorney enables the principal to manage financial transactions in India, such as bank transactions and investments, without the need to travel in India.
  • Property Power of Attorney: The Property Power of Attorney allows the agent to buy or sell property in India or make real estate deals on behalf of the principal.
  • Limited Power of Attorney: Limited power of Attorney grants the agent special power for a limited period to do a specific task.
  • Springing Power of Attorney: Springing Power of Attorney is used for a specific purpose, such as if the principal is not mentally or physically fit, or is used in estate deals to represent the principal.

Who Can Get a Power of Attorney from the USA

Here are some points on who can get a Power of Attorney in India from the USA.

  • If you are an Indian origin national living in the USA.
  • If you are a Non-resident of India.
  • If you have a valid OCI Card.
  • For any legal representation in India of foreign Indian nationals.

Documents Required for Power of Attorney in India

Here is the list of documents you will need to get to apply for a Power of Attorney in India from the USA.

For the Indian Passport Holders

In Person:

  •  Recently clicked two passport-size photos.
  • Original and a copy of a valid Indian Passport.
  • Proof of USA visa status, such as a green card or visa page of a passport.
  • Copy of proof of address in the USA, like a USA driving license, a Utility bill, or a state identity card.
  • Signature on a blank white paper.

By Mail:

  • Notarised copy of Indian passport.
  • 2 passport-size photos.
  • Proof of address in the USA, like a utility bill or a USA driver's license.
  • Proof of US visa status, such as a green card or work permit.
  • Signature on a blank white paper.

For USA Passport  + OCI Cardholders

In Person:

  • 2 passport-size photos.
  • Original and a copy of a valid USA passport.
  • Copy of the first and last pages of the OCI card.
  • Proof of address in the USA, like a utility bill or a USA driver's license.
  • Proof of US visa status, like a green card or work permit.

By Mail:

  • 2 recently clicked photos.
  • Notarised and original copy of a US passport.
  • Copy of OCI card, first and last page.
  • Applicants must provide proof of address in the USA, such as a lease agreement or a driver's license.
  • Proof of USA status, like a work permit or a Green card.

For USA Passport Holders

In Person:

  • Original and Notarized copy of a USA passport.
  • 2 passport-sized photos.
  • Proof of address in the USA, like a lease agreement, a driver's license, or a utility bill.

By Mail:

  • Original and a copy of the USA passport.
  • Proof of address in the USA, such as a US driving license or a lease agreement.
  • 2 passport-size photos.

Fees and Processing Time for Power of Attorney in India

For a successful India Power of Attorney application, you need to pay $20 with an additional fee of  $2 for the separate cashier's checks or money orders.

The normal processing time for a Power of Attorney is 10 working days for applications sent by postal mail. If you submit your application in person, you will receive the Power of Attorney on the same day.

How to Apply for an Indian Power of Attorney from the USA

Follow the given steps to apply for the Consulate General of India Power of Attorney.

Follow the simple steps to get your Power of Attorney from the Indian consulate. 

Step 1: Choose the Service and Fill Out the Application Form

Select the type of application you want and enter all the details in the online application form. 

Step 2: Secure Your Application by Paying Fees

Applicants must pay the required fees to obtain a Power of Attorney and proceed to the next step in the application process.

Step 3: Upload all the Documents for Verification

Applicants must submit all necessary documents, which our experts will then verify to ensure their accuracy.

Step 4: Review Your Application

After verifying, Visament experts will send you the application to review and for confirmation by the applicant.

Step 5: Applicant Receives Finalized Document

Once the application is confirmed, the Visament team will send the finalised application with all the documents to the applicant.

Step 6: Notarize the Documents and Send Them to the Official Department

After receiving the final document, the applicant must notarize the documents by a notary public and then send all the documents to the Consulate General of India, San Francisco, by postal mail or book an appointment to submit the application in person to the High Commission of India, USA.

Benefits of Power of Attorney for India in USA

Here are some of the benefits of using a Power of Attorney.

  • Power of Attorney helps in managing affairs and deals without travelling to India.
  • Easily manages business meetings, deals, and contracts without traveling to India.
  • NRIs can have a flexible POA for their specific needs, like a General Power of Attorney and a Special Power of Attorney.
  • It helps in managing financial and property matters in India.
  • Provide a legal representative for court, settlements, or legal matters.

Why Choose Visament for Indian Power of Attorney Services

The Power of Attorney is a crucial tool for NRIs to manage financial, property, legal, and real estate matters in India by a trusted individual. Visament provides an application process from the documentation to the finalised application in compliance with Indian laws. We have a team of experts with extensive experience in Indian Power of Attorney services. We promise you a secure and error-free application process to handle your legal matters across borders.

How Visament Process Works
  • Choose a Service

    Select the service you need.

  • Pay & Submit Documents

    Complete payment and upload your documents.

  • Expert Verification

    Our experts verify and submit your documents.

  • Track Your Application

    Receive your receipt and track progress.

Frequently Asked Questions

To get an online India Power of Attorney in India from the USA, you need to visit the Visament website, choose the services you want to apply for, fill out the application form, then pay the fees for your Power of Attorney, and upload all the documents. Then, Visament experts will verify all the documents to ensure a smooth application process. After verifying all the documents, Visament experts will send the application to the relevant authority for review and confirmation. After the applicant approves the application, they will receive the final documents. They must then notarize all the documents and submit the application to the official High Commission of India, USA, in person, or mail the application form to the Consulate General of India, San Francisco.

The Power of Attorney in India from the USA is valid for the lifetime of the principal and can only be canceled by the principal.

To obtain a Power of Attorney in India from the USA, you must pay a $20 fee, plus an additional $2 for a separate cashier's check or money order.

Yes, an NRI can sell a property without the need for a valid Power of Attorney for property in India from USA.  However, to sell to an NRI needs to be physically present in India for legal documentation.

Yes, Power of Attorney needs to be notarised and attested by the High Commission of India to handle legal matters in India, like financial, business, or court hearings.

Yes, you can apply for a Power of Attorney for divorce in India from the USA, for which you need to authorise a lawyer or trusted individual to act on your behalf and authorize them to handle all the court proceedings without the need to travel to India.

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