End an Enduring Power of Attorney

Part of the Power of Attorney topic

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


In short

You can use this service to:

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  • tell your attorney and relevant parties that it is no longer valid.

You must submit your completed application online, by post or in person.

See How to end an Enduring Power of Attorney for the full application process.

Download the PDF form

What you should know

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

Who can use this service

You can end an Enduring Power of Attorney if you:

  • are 18 years or older
  • have the capacity to understand the decision and what it means for you.

Don't use this service if:

  • You do not have the capacity to make decisions
    Instead, get legal advice or contact the Office of the Public Guardian for help.

How to end an Enduring Power of Attorney

Follow these steps to end an Enduring Power of Attorney.

Step 1: Get the form

Choose how you would like to access your form.

Download and print 

Buy a paper copy

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

Step 2: Complete the form

Complete the form with the details of the Enduring Power of Attorney you wish to revoke.

Include the name of the attorney(s) and the date the original Enduring Power of Attorney was signed.

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

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

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

The witness must:

  • be present when you sign the form
  • certify that you appeared 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(s)

Tell your attorney(s) that the Enduring Power of Attorney has been revoked.

Provide them with a copy of the form if necessary.

Step 5: Register the revocation (if required)

If the original was registered with the Queensland Titles Registry, you must register the revocation.

To do this, send these to the Queensland Titles Registry:

How long it takes

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

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

If you need to register the revocation with the Queensland Titles Registry, processing times may vary.

How much it costs

Downloading the revocation form: Free

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

Registering the revocation with the Queensland Titles Registry: Fees apply.

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