Virginia Power of Attorney PDF
Virginia at a glance: Governing Law: Va. Code § 64.2-1600 et seq. (UPOAA) · Notarization: Required · Witnesses: Not statutorily required
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Powers of Attorney in Virginia
Virginia has adopted the Uniform Power of Attorney Act, codified in the Virginia Code. A financial POA must be notarized to be valid and is durable by default.
A separate advance medical directive is required for medical decisions in Virginia.
Virginia Power of Attorney — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Virginia Rule |
|---|---|
| Governing Law | Va. Code § 64.2-1600 et seq. (UPOAA) |
| Notarization | Required |
| Witnesses | Not statutorily required |
| Default Durability | Durable by default |
| Medical Decisions | Separate advance medical directive required |
Virginia Legal Requirements
- Must be signed by the principal and acknowledged before a notary public.
- Durable by default under Virginia's Uniform Power of Attorney Act.
- Agent has fiduciary duties to act in the principal's best interest.
- A separate advance medical directive is needed for medical decisions.
Virginia Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Virginia legal resources or your state legislature's official website.