General Authorisation Letter Template
This general authorisation letter template is for people who need to let someone else act for them on a specific matter. The sheet includes fields for your full name, address, phone, email, date, and the recipient’s organisation details. It also has the authorisation text with your name, date of birth, ID number, the authorised person’s name and ID number, the task to be handled, the valid dates, and a note that ID copies are attached. Signature, printed name, and date fields are included, along with a reminder to check the organisation’s own requirements.

Free printable · PDF
- 1 page
- US Letter — choose “Fit to page” for A4
- PDF, 51 KB
Free for personal, family and classroom use.
Fill in the blanks, print the letter, and sign it before sending it with the attached ID copies. Use the template only for simple written authorisation and confirm in advance if the organisation needs its own form or a power of attorney.
Good for
- Authorising pickup of documents
- Naming someone to handle office paperwork
- Giving written permission for a specific task
Tip: Print one copy for signing and one spare copy to keep with the attached ID documents.
8 files · DOCX, PDF
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This sheet plus 7 more in one download, with the editable Word files. Seven editable authorisation letters — general, document collection, parcel collection, child pick-up, bank or utility, vehicle use and revocation — with a guidance sheet.
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