An authorization letter is a document that permits the representative to accomplish tasks on behalf of a person. Such tasks that usually need an authorization letter in the absence of the first party include, but are not limited to, financial transactions and legal appointments. Not good with words and writing a letter? Here are free authorization letter templates for you to download and use!
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The main difference between an authorization letter and the Special Power of Attorney is that the latter is a formal document that must obey state laws. In contrast, an authorization letter is comparatively informal, and it’s not required by state laws to acknowledge it.
Different templates are used depending on the purpose of the letter. Therefore, you should first identify the letter’s purpose to know which template will be used.
A letter permitting the authorized representative to claim your NBI Clearance on your behalf. You will need to provide an authorization letter if you find yourself in one of the following scenarios:
Whatever the case, you will need a template to easily make an authorization letter for claiming NBI clearance.
A letter stating that you are authorizing your representative to claim your PSA/NSO documents (e.g., birth certificate, CENOMAR, marriage certificate, and death certificate) if you cannot do so.
When you don’t need an authorization letter: You don’t need an authorization letter when requesting for NSO/PSA birth certificate and other documents.
For Filipinos abroad, the best way to get a PSA birth certificate/other documents is online. Anyone can request a copy of your document at the PSASerbilis website and have it delivered to your doorsteps anywhere in the world.
If you’re in the Philippines, an online application is the best option, although you can also request your birth certificate via a walk-in application.
For those requesting the PSA document of someone else, indicate in the ‘Requesting Party’ field how you are related to the document owner whom you are requesting a birth certificate for (e.g., spouse, parent, child, grandchild, or grandparent).
Receiving the birth certificate, on the other hand, requires stricter measures.
When you need an authorization letter: The PSA documents like birth certificates, whether ordered online or processed through a walk-in application, can only be issued/delivered to or received by any of the following:
If you’re the applicant/document owner and you won’t be around to claim or receive your PSA document personally, your representative must present the following:
If the document owner is dead or living abroad, you can request assistance from PSA through their 24/7 hotline at (02) 737-1111.
A letter permitting the representative to undergo the process of authenticating your document in DFA. He/ she will sign the documents that need a signature and make decisions on your behalf.
A letter stating that you authorize the bearer of the letter to apply for a specific country’s visa (e.g., Japan visa, Korean visa, etc.) on your behalf.
A written statement that verifies that you have permitted the representative to claim your passport on your behalf, whether it includes an approved visa or not.
A written statement that proves that the bearer of the letter is authorized to register you with BIR under EO 98 or as a one-time taxpayer so you can obtain a TIN number even if you’re abroad.
A written statement proving that the bearer of the letter is authorized to claim your renewed PRC license on your behalf.
A letter stating that the bearer can process your application for a PhilHealth ID with full consent since you cannot do so.
This letter states that you authorize your representative to claim your new/renewed Philippine passport from the Department of Foreign Affairs or the Philippine Embassy (if you are located in a different country).
A written statement proving that the bearer of the letter can process and claim your renewed Driver’s License on your behalf since you’re an OFW who currently resides outside of the Philippines.
A letter stating that you, a senior citizen, have authorized a representative to buy the medicine or other goods on your behalf and avail of the senior citizen discount by attaching your senior citizen ID and OSCA booklet as proof. This is recommended for senior citizens who are too weak or are bedridden, preventing them from buying medicines/food/other goods themselves.
A letter stating that you are aware of the matter and authorize the bearer of the letter to use your motorcycle for day/s or more.
A written statement proving that you give the representative full authority to claim the amount of money addressed to you on your behalf, whether it’s from a person or a company/organization.
A letter stating that you give your family/representative authority to withdraw money from your account through an ATM or over-the-counter withdrawal.
A letter stating that you give the representative authority to enroll and sign the documents from the school on your behalf.
A letter permitting the representative to request or claim your transcript of records from your school/university on your behalf.
A written statement that proves the representative can claim your package during your absence.
A letter permitting the bearer of the letter to claim your Tax Identification Number ID while you are unavailable. Depending on your RDO, they may require either an authorization letter or a Special Power of Attorney, so it’s best to inquire beforehand.
A letter states that you permit your representative to receive your Voter’s ID from the Commission on Elections.
A letter stating that you have given your consent and approval to the bearer of the letter to act on your behalf while processing different Pag-IBIG transactions.
A written statement that proves that you have given your representative authority to claim your 13-month pay from the company you work for.
Medical treatments need approval from a guardian if you are a minor or are not in the right state of mind. This letter states that you are giving your approval to the doctor or hospital to provide the care and medical procedures your relatives/others need.
A letter showing that you, the parent or guardian of the child, is giving authority to another guardian to take care of your minor child during a trip that you cannot join.
An authorization letter doesn’t need to be notarized to be deemed valid, but it is a good idea if you want to have it notarized to avoid any suspicions of forgery. Notarization is priced around ₱300, but this depends on the notary public so it may vary.
An authorization letter is valid only on the date/s mentioned in the document.
As many as you need. It depends on how many parties are involved and how many per party need a copy of it.
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