Texas General Power of Attorney (2026)

Texas power of attorney: key facts

Signing (notary and witnesses)

A durable power of attorney must be acknowledged before a notary. No witnesses required.

Durable by default?

Only if it says it is not affected by later disability or incapacity (Estates Code §751.0021).

Official form

Statutory Durable Power of Attorney, Estates Code §752.051 (financial matters only).

Good to know

To let your agent sign home equity loan documents, sign at the office of the lender, an attorney or a title company.

Official sources: Texas Estates Code ch. 752 (statutory form) · Texas Estates Code ch. 751 · Last reviewed: October 2026

How it works

1. Answer a few questions about you, your agent and the powers. The form follows Texas rules.
2. See a free preview of your document.
3. Unlock it with a one-time payment and download it in PDF and Word, with signing instructions for Texas.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a general power of attorney need to be notarized in Texas?

A durable power of attorney must be acknowledged before a notary. No witnesses required.

What happens if I become incapacitated?

This general power of attorney ends. If you want your agent to keep acting, choose the durable power of attorney.

Can my agent make medical decisions?

No. This is a financial power of attorney. Health care decisions need a medical power of attorney.

Can I get it in Spanish?

Yes. You sign the English document and also receive a Spanish reference translation and Spanish signing instructions.

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Other power of attorney types in Texas: Durable POA · Medical POA · Limited POA · Minor child POA