End a General Power of Attorney

Part of the Power of Attorney topic

You can end a General Power of Attorney to ensure your attorney can no longer make decisions on your behalf.

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In short

You can use this service to:

  • end an existing General Power of Attorney
  • tell your attorney and other relevant parties it is no longer valid.

See How to end a General Power of Attorney for the full application process.

Download the PDF form

What you should know

You can only end a General Power of Attorney if you have the capacity to make decisions.

If you lose capacity, the General Power of Attorney automatically ends.

Who can use this service

You can end a General Power of Attorney if you:

  • are 18 years or older
  • have the capacity to understand the document and the power it gives.

Don't use this service if you:

  • are under 18
    Instead, speak to your parent or guardian
  • don't have the capacity to understand the document or make decisions
    Instead, get legal advice or contact the Office of the Public Guardian for help.

How to end a General Power of Attorney

Follow these steps to end a General Power of Attorney.

Step 1: Get the form

Choose how you would like to access your form.

Download and print a copy

Buy a paper copy

Buy a paper copy from a Queensland news agent or stationery supplier.

Step 2: Complete the form

Complete the form with the details of the attorney you wish to revoke.

Include their name and the date the original General Power of Attorney was signed.

Step 3: Sign the form in the presence of a witness

You must sign the form to revoke an attorney in the presence of an eligible witness. This could be a:

  • Justice of the Peace
  • Commissioner for Declarations
  • Lawyer
  • Notary public.

The witness must:

  • be present when you sign the form
  • certify that you appear to understand the process and what it means for you
  • ensure you are signing the document voluntarily and without pressure.

Step 4: Notify your attorney

Tell your attorney that the General Power of Attorney has been revoked.

Step 5: Certify copies of the form (if required)

Get copies of the document certified (if required) and give them to:

  • your attorney
  • your lawyer
  • your bank
  • other organisations.

You will need to take the original document and copies to an authorised certifier.

This could be a:

  • Justice of the Peace
  • Commissioner for Declarations
  • Lawyer
  • Notary public.

Step 6: Keep and distribute copies to relevant parties

Keep the original of your General Power of Attorney form in a safe place.

How long it takes

The time it takes depends on how long it takes you to:

  • complete and sign the form
  • tell your attorney and relevant parties.

How much it costs

Downloading the form: Free

Buying a paper copy of the form: Prices vary depending on supplier

Last updated:
29 June 2026