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Apply for power of attorney (will): Form PA11

The executor or beneficiary can use this form to apply to appoint a person to act as their representative.

• From: HM Courts & Tribunals Service
• Published: 30 July 2018
• Last updated: 14 February 2024 — See all updates

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Apply for power of attorney (will): PA11

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Gwneud cais am atwrneiaeth (ewyllys): PA11

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Published 30 July 2018
Last updated 14 February 2024 + show all updates

1. 14 February 2024

   Updated the probate helpline opening times.

2. 21 August 2023

   Added contact details.

3. 17 May 2022

   Uploaded new versions of PA11 in English and Welsh.

4. 2 June 2021

   Replaced form and added Welsh version of form.

5. 2 November 2020

   Removed the sentence 'If you use the paper form you’ll need to swear an oath in person at a probate registry’.

6. 30 July 2018

   First published.