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Power of attorney registration fees in England and Wales
The Office of the Public Guardian charges GBP 92 to register one lasting power of attorney in England and Wales. Registering both a personal welfare and a property and financial affairs instrument costs GBP 184 before any fee relief. A lower charge can apply for an approved remission or certain corrected applications.
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The amount for both LPA types is twice the standard single registration fee. Two different circumstances can result in a GBP 46 fee.
The fee is charged per instrument
The Office of the Public Guardian’s new fee took effect on 17 November 2025 for applications it received from that date. The full fee is GBP 92 for one LPA. The two LPA types are separate applications, so paying the full charge for both comes to GBP 184. Source 1 Source 2
Fee help depends on the donor’s circumstances
OPG says a reduction may be available where the donor earns less than GBP 12,000. An exemption may be available for someone on qualifying benefits. Its LPA120 guidance explains the evidence to submit. The reduced figure for one LPA shown here is half the standard amount. Source 1 Source 3
A correction fee follows a separate rule
Depending on the kind of mistake, OPG may permit a corrected application within three months for GBP 46. That amount comes from the reapplication rule, while the same figure under remission comes from an approved reduction. Check which provision applies before resubmitting. Source 1 Source 3
The legacy enduring power follows a separate process
GOV.UK lists GBP 92 to register an enduring power of attorney, subject to applicable fee help. The registration process and forms for the older instrument are separate from those for a lasting power of attorney. Use the guidance that matches the document. Source 4 Source 3