Short answer
To issue a power of attorney in Georgia, first determine the exact powers and place of use of the document. For preparation, you usually need the principal’s passport, representative data and information about the object or business. The notarial act is performed in the state language; if the applicant does not speak Georgian, a translator is involved. For another country, the apostille or legalization is checked separately.
1. Determine the purpose and country of presentation
The notary does not need a general request, but an exact list of actions of the representative: purchase or sale of real estate, bank, company registration, receipt of documents, inheritance, court or other body. It is better to check the requirements of the host organization before drafting the text.
2. Prepare your initial data
- valid passport or ID of the principal;
- exact details of the representative;
- a description of each power to be granted;
- information about an object, company, car or business;
- desired validity period and whether delegation is allowed;
- the country, receiving authority and document language.
3. Agree on the text before the visit
A ready-made text from the Internet may not be suitable for a bank, registry, court or foreign authority. The project is checked for a specific task, then the translation and organization of a visit to the notary are agreed upon.
4. Consider the language of the notarial act
According to the Law of Georgia “On Notaries”, notarial acts are performed in the state language. If the applicant does not speak Georgian, the action is performed with the participation of an interpreter. Therefore, the language and availability of the translator are agreed upon in advance.
5. Check international use
For presentation abroad, a notarized certificate may not be enough. Depending on the country, international agreement and the requirements of a particular authority, an apostille, consular legalization and translation may be required in a certain sequence.
What to send for pre-check
- the country and authority where the power of attorney will be used;
- a brief description of the desired result;
- data of the principal and representative;
- existing project or requirements of the receiving authority;
- desired date of registration.
Frequently asked questions
Who should be present at the notary?
Typically, a notary verifies the identity and will of the principal. The presence of a representative to whom a power of attorney is issued is, as a rule, not required, but the specific procedure is checked in advance.
Is it possible to start registration remotely?
Yes. Data, draft text, translation and organizational details can be prepared in advance. The signing format depends on the specific notarial act.
Is an apostille always necessary?
No. This depends on the country of presentation, the type of document, the international agreement and the requirements of the receiving authority.
Is a universal general power of attorney suitable?
Not always. For real estate, bank, company, court or inheritance, precise special powers are often needed.
The material is for general informational purposes only. Requirements and facts are verified as of the date of application using official sources and your documents.