How much does a Lasting Power of Attorney cost in the UK?
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In short. Registering a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) with the Office of the Public Guardian costs £92 per LPA in England and Wales. Most people set up two (property and financial affairs, and health and welfare), so registration is £184 for one person making both types, or £368 for two people making both — plus any professional fees. Fees checked 12 September 2026.
The registration fee is set by the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) and is the same whether you use a solicitor or apply yourself. You can complete the official forms yourself. Professional help may be useful for business interests, complex instructions, concerns about capacity or family disagreement; ask for a written quote separating advice, registration fees and VAT.
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Typical breakdown
| Item | Typical range | Note |
|---|---|---|
| OPG registration fee (England & Wales) per LPA | £92 | |
| Both types (property & financial + health & welfare) | £184 | |
| Couples doing four LPAs in total | £368 | |
| Fee exemption (qualifying benefits; evidence required) | £0 | |
| Fee remission 50% (income under £12,000) | £46 per LPA | |
| DIY using GOV.UK online service | £0 admin + £92 OPG fee | |
| Solicitor or other professional preparation | Get a written quote; registration and VAT may be extra | |
| Northern Ireland — EPA registration, EP2 application | £189 | |
| Scotland — continuing and/or welfare PoA document registration | £99 (1 April 2026–31 March 2027) |
What changes the cost
- England & Wales vs Scotland vs Northern Ireland (different fees and rules)
- Whether you qualify for a fee exemption or 50% remission
- Number of attorneys, replacement attorneys and restrictions
- Whether you also need a will drafted at the same time
Worth knowing
- In England and Wales, apply using LPA120 with evidence: qualifying benefits may give a full exemption; donor income before tax below £12,000 may give a 50% remission (£46 per LPA). Universal Credit is assessed for remission, not automatic exemption. Check the current form for hardship rules and apply when registering.
- Worked example: Priya makes both England and Wales LPAs herself and does not qualify for fee help: 2 × £92 = £184 registration. If both applications qualify for 50% remission, 2 × £46 = £92. Printing, postage and any chosen professional help are additional. This is an illustrative budget, not a quote.
- Register before the documents are needed. GOV.UK estimates 8–10 weeks if the application has no mistakes. Scotland and Northern Ireland have different documents, registration rules and fee-help schemes; do not apply England and Wales figures to them.
FAQ
- Do I need an LPA if I'm married?
- Yes. Marriage gives no automatic right to manage your spouse's finances. Without an LPA, your spouse would need to apply to the Court of Protection (a more expensive and slower process) to act on your behalf if you lose capacity.
- Can I use one form for both types of LPA?
- No. There are two separate forms (LP1F for property and financial affairs, LP1H for health and welfare), each with its own fee. Many people do both at once.
- Is there a quicker / cheaper alternative?
- An ordinary power of attorney only works while you have capacity. In England and Wales an existing valid enduring power of attorney made before October 2007 can also continue after capacity loss; it cannot cover health and welfare. Do not discard an old EPA without checking it.