A Pennsylvania power of attorney is a legal document that lets you name a person you trust, called your agent, to act for you. The Pennsylvania power of attorney forms below cover money, health care, a child, taxes, real estate and vehicles. You can build one online or download a free template.
Last Updated: October 2026. This guide is reviewed and updated regularly to reflect current Pennsylvania law. If you notice an error or outdated information, please contact us.
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Each form below fits a different task. Some cover money or health care. Others cover a child, a sale of property, taxes or a car. Each entry shows another name for the form, its signing rules and a free template. Pick the one that matches the task you want your agent to handle.
Durable power of attorney gives you an opportunity to nominate a trustworthy agent who will handle your finances and property issues if you ever face incapacity.
| Also Known As | Pennsylvania DPOA |
| Signing Requirements | Notary Public and Two (2) Witnesses |
| Download | PDF Template |
Medical power of attorney in Pennsylvania is a combined form which is officially called the Durable Health Care Power of Attorney and Health Care Treatment Instructions (Living Will). In the form, you can prescribe your wishes regarding medical treatment in cases of your disability and appoint a representative who will make health care decisions if this ever happens.
| Also Known As | Health Care POA or MPOA |
| Signing Requirements | Two (2) Witnesses Are Mandatory; Notarization Is Optional |
| Download | PDF Template | Pennsylvania Durable Health Care Power of Attorney and Health Care Treatment Instructions (Living Will) |
General power of attorney is a form you can sign to grant somebody the right to manage your money and property (only until you either become disabled or pass away).
| Also Known As | Generic Financial POA |
| Signing Requirements | Notary Public and Two (2) Witnesses |
| Download | PDF Template |
Limited power of attorney will suit your needs if you have a certain thing you wish to delegate. Here is an example: imagine that you have a valuable item and want to sell it as soon as possible but at the same time you are absent. The agent you select via the limited POA can complete the transaction for you.
| Also Known As | Special POA |
| Signing Requirements | Notary Public and Two (2) Witnesses |
| Download | PDF Template |
Child power of attorney is a legal record used by parents to appoint temporary guardians for their kids when it is needed.
| Also Known As | Minor POA |
| Signing Requirements | Notarization Is Advised |
| Download | PDF Template |
Real estate power of attorney is a form used by Pennsylvania real estate owners. The document allows to nominate a representative responsible for managing real estate and completing certain procedures with it.
| Also Known As | Limited Real Estate POA |
| Signing Requirements | Notary Public and Two (2) Witnesses |
| Download | PDF Template |
State tax power of attorney (Form REV-677 in Pennsylvania) provides you with an option to designate an agent who will cover all your tax matters. This agent will be able to represent you in the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue as well.
| Also Known As | Tax POA |
| Signing Requirements | Grantor; In Some Cases, Notarization and Two Witnesses Are Required |
| Download | Form REV-667 |
Vehicle power of attorney helps vehicle holders delegate some procedures to other individuals. These procedures include, for example, registering and getting a title certificate. The agent chosen by the owner can represent the owner in the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT).
| Also Known As | MV POA |
| Signing Requirements | Notary Public and Two (2) Witnesses (Not Needed If Signed Electronically) |
| Download | PDF Template |
Revocation power of attorney is a form that you can use when you need to cancel or change any of your POA forms. Remember to tell your agent that they are not in charge anymore after you revoke your POA form(s).
| Also Known As | POA Termination Form |
| Signing Requirements | Notarization Is Advised |
| Download | PDF Template |
Power of attorney documents are used in each and every state. Browse other sample POA forms frequently downloaded by Americans.
Various other printable Pennsylvania forms readily available for download here and that can be customized in our hassle-free document builder.
Signing makes your form work, so take your time and read each rule carefully before you sign. Check the entry for your form above, then follow the rules and steps below.
A Pennsylvania durable, limited or general power of attorney must be signed by the principal, by signature or by mark. On a durable, limited or general power of attorney, another individual may sign for the principal if the principal is unable to sign but specifically directs that individual to sign.[1]
A Pennsylvania durable, limited or general power of attorney must be acknowledged before a notary public or another individual authorized by law to take acknowledgments.[1]
If a Pennsylvania durable, limited or general power of attorney is signed by mark or by another individual, it must be witnessed by two individuals.[1]
A witness on a Pennsylvania durable, limited or general power of attorney may not be the individual who signed for the principal or the agent named in the form. On a Pennsylvania durable, limited or general power of attorney, the notary public or other person who takes the acknowledgment may not be a witness either.[1]
The notary public or other individual who takes the acknowledgment on a Pennsylvania durable, limited or general power of attorney may not be the agent named in the form.[1]
The notice on a Pennsylvania durable, limited or general power of attorney must be signed by the principal.[1]
The agent named in a Pennsylvania durable, limited or general power of attorney has no authority to act until the agent has first signed and attached an acknowledgment to the form.[1]
Follow these steps to put your form in place:
The right form depends on what you want your agent to do. Match your task to a form in the table below, then open its entry above to get the template.
| Your task | Type of form |
|---|---|
| Give someone financial powers | Durable |
| Let someone handle everyday finances | General |
| Hand off one specific matter | Limited |
| Name someone to make health care decisions | Medical |
| Leave your child in someone's care | Child |
| Sell or manage a property | Real estate |
| Deal with Pennsylvania tax matters | State tax |
| Handle a vehicle title or registration | Vehicle |
| Replace or stop an agent | Revocation |
Each form lists its own signing rules in the entries above. Check the row for the form you pick before you sign, and ask an attorney in Pennsylvania if you are not sure.
For example, Anna Baker works abroad for a year. She names her sister as her agent, so her sister can pay Anna's bills while she is away.
Your agent acts for you, so choose with care. Talk with the person before you sign, so the role does not come as a surprise. Then ask yourself three questions about the person you have in mind:
A few simple slips can cause trouble later, when your agent needs to use the form. Check this list before you sign, and fix any problem while you can still change the form.
Some templates are released by the state government: Durable Health Care Power of Attorney and Health Care Treatment Instructions (Living Will) and REV-677 for tax matters. The links below lead to the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the state statutes on power of attorney.
Governing Laws:
A power of attorney is a legal form in which you, the principal, name another person, the agent, to act for you. The powers can be broad or cover one task. It depends on the form you choose.
Yes. Use the Create My Document button at the top of this page. You answer a few questions, then save, print or download the form. You can also download one of the free PDF templates listed above.
Start with the task. Use the table above to match what you want your agent to do with a form, then open that entry to get the template.
Choose someone you trust, who is easy to reach and who knows what you want. Talk with the person before you sign, so the role does not come as a surprise.
Use the Pennsylvania revocation form listed above. After you sign it, give a signed copy to your agent. Then your agent knows to stop acting for you. If you are unsure how to end a specific document, ask an attorney in Pennsylvania.
General information, not legal or tax advice.
