Authorization Letter - sample
Manchester, 14/11/2026
To,
The Branch Manager, City Bank
Subject: Letter of authorization - collect my new debit card and cheque book
Dear Sir or Madam,
I, Maria Garcia, of 45 Park Road, Manchester (ID no. P1234567), write to authorise Carlos Garcia, my brother, of 7 Elm Grove, Manchester (ID no. P7654321), to act on my behalf for the specific purpose described below.
1. Purpose of the authorization
1.1 Carlos Garcia is authorised to collect my new debit card and cheque book on my behalf.
1.2 I cannot do this in person because I will be travelling abroad on the date of the appointment.
2. Scope and limits
2.1 Carlos Garcia may submit and collect documents, sign any receipt or acknowledgement needed to complete this one matter, and give you the information you reasonably need to deal with it.
2.2 This authorization does not cover the following: opening or closing any account, changing my contact details or signing any new contract. It is limited to the matter in paragraph 1.1, it does not include any other transaction, and Carlos Garcia may not delegate it to anyone else.
3. Period
3.1 This authorization is valid until 31 December or until the matter is completed, whichever is earlier. I may withdraw it earlier by written notice to you.
4. Identification
4.1 Copies of my identity document and of the identity document of Carlos Garcia are attached. Carlos Garcia will present the original ID when asked, and the specimen signature given below is the authorised signature for this matter.
5. My confirmation
5.1 I confirm that I have given this authorization voluntarily and that I will accept the lawful actions that Carlos Garcia takes within its scope as my own. If you need to verify any detail, you can reach me on +44 7700 900123.
6. Withdrawal and ending of the authority
6.1 I may withdraw this authorization at any time by written notice to you. It ends automatically when the matter is completed, when the period in paragraph 3.1 expires, or if I become unable to manage my affairs, and any act done after you have received my written withdrawal does not bind me.
7. Data and records
7.1 Please use the copies of the identity documents only to verify this authorization, keep them securely for the period your own rules require and do not share them for any other purpose. Please give Carlos Garcia only the documents, funds or information that relate to the matter in paragraph 1.1.
8. Responsibility
8.1 I accept responsibility for the lawful acts of Carlos Garcia within the scope of this letter and I will not hold you responsible for acting on it in good faith. If you cannot accept this letter, please tell me in writing before the appointment so that I can send the form your organisation requires.
Thank you for your help and understanding.
Yours faithfully,
Maria Garcia
Signature: ______________________
| Specimen signature of the authorised person ______________________ Carlos Garcia | Attachments 1. Copy of my ID 2. Copy of ID of Carlos Garcia |