GA · POA · Updated July 2026 · Free
Georgia Power of Attorney
✓100% FREE PERSONALIZED DOCUMENT
· NO REGISTRATION· NO CREDIT CARD· NO EMAIL REQUIRED· WORD & PDF DOWNLOAD
Georgia at a glance: Governing Law: Ga. Code § 10-6B-1 et seq. · Notarization: Required · Witnesses: 1 witness required in addition to notary
Instant Template
Blank Georgia Power of Attorney — ready now
Download the fill-in-the-blank template instantly, or view it first. No account, no questions.
Edit online — fill it in step by stepGeorgia-specific clauses · autosaves as you go
Overview
Powers of Attorney in Georgia
Georgia's Power of Attorney law is governed by its own Georgia Power of Attorney Act, codified in Title 10 of the Georgia Code. Georgia requires both notarization and one witness for a valid financial POA.
A separate advance directive for health care is required for medical decisions in Georgia.
Key Facts
Georgia Power of Attorney — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Georgia Rule |
|---|---|
| Governing Law | Ga. Code § 10-6B-1 et seq. |
| Notarization | Required |
| Witnesses | 1 witness required in addition to notary |
| Default Durability | Durable by default unless stated otherwise |
| Medical Decisions | Separate advance directive for health care required |
Legal Requirements
Georgia Legal Requirements
- Must be signed by the principal, notarized, and witnessed by one other adult.
- Durable by default under the Georgia Power of Attorney Act.
- Agent has fiduciary duties to act in the principal's best interest.
- A separate advance directive for health care is needed for medical decisions.
Governing Laws
Georgia Governing Laws
Ga. Code § 10-6B-1 et seq.
Georgia Power of Attorney Act
Governs the creation, effect, and termination of powers of attorney in Georgia.
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Georgia legal resources or your state legislature's official website.
Questions & Answers
Georgia Power of Attorney — Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Georgia POA need to be notarized?
Yes, and Georgia also requires one witness in addition to the notary.
Is a Georgia POA durable by default?
Yes, under the Georgia Power of Attorney Act, unless the document states otherwise.
Does a Georgia POA cover healthcare decisions?
No. A separate advance directive for health care is required for medical decisions.