About this template
Future Power of Attorney – English-first template under Swedish law for individuals who want to appoint a trusted person to manage specified financial and personal matters if they later permanently lose the ability to handle those matters themselves. The package includes an English Word/PDF template, a Swedish reference version and detailed user guides in both languages.
Legally reviewed: 5 October 2026
Reviewed against the Swedish Future Powers of Attorney Act (2017:310), including the electronic-signature amendment that entered into force on 1 July 2026.
What is included?
| Future Power of Attorney – English Word | Editable primary template governed by Swedish law. |
| Future Power of Attorney – English PDF | Print-ready version. |
| English user guide – Word + PDF | Step-by-step instructions covering formal requirements, witnesses, entry into force and common mistakes. |
| Swedish reference template – Word + PDF | Swedish reference version for bilingual families and advisers. |
| Swedish user guide – Word + PDF | Swedish reference guidance corresponding to the English package. |
Two witnesses are required
The principal must sign the instrument, or acknowledge the signature, in the simultaneous presence of two eligible witnesses. The witnesses must know that the document is a future power of attorney and confirm it with their signatures. The appointed attorney may not act as a witness.
Electronic signing is now possible
Since 1 July 2026, a Swedish future power of attorney may also be signed electronically. In that case the principal and both witnesses must use advanced electronic signatures. The requirement that the two witnesses be present simultaneously remains. A basic click-sign or pasted signature is therefore not automatically sufficient.
What can the power cover?
The template lets you select and tailor powers relating to:
- banking, payments and day-to-day finances,
- tax matters and contacts with public authorities,
- pensions, insurance and benefits,
- contracts, claims and debts,
- securities and financial assets,
- real property and tenant-owned apartments where expressly stated,
- housing, social-care and other personal matters permitted by law,
- other specifically defined financial or personal affairs.
What cannot be covered?
A Swedish future power of attorney cannot authorise the attorney to make decisions within healthcare or dental care. It also cannot be used for strictly personal legal acts that only the principal can perform, such as making a will, entering into marriage or acknowledging parenthood.
When does it enter into force?
The general rule is that the attorney assesses when the principal, due to illness, mental disorder, weakened health or a similar condition, permanently and essentially can no longer manage the matters covered by the document. The template also contains an option requiring the District Court to determine entry into force before the instrument may be used.
Substitute attorneys
The package includes fields for a primary attorney and up to two substitutes. This makes it possible to specify in advance who should step in if the first attorney dies, resigns or is permanently unable to perform the assignment.
Reviewer and accounting
You can appoint a reviewer who is entitled to request accounts from the attorney. The template also allows you to specify regular reporting and, if desired, authorise the reviewer to revoke the future power of attorney.
Gifts and remuneration
The template contains clear options for gifts: no gifts, customary personal presents only, or specifically authorised gifts. You can also state whether the attorney should act without remuneration, receive reasonable remuneration under the Act or receive compensation under specified conditions.
Conflicts of interest
The attorney may not represent the principal in matters where the attorney, or certain related persons, have conflicting interests. The template highlights this limitation and explains that another representative may be needed for that specific matter.
Real property and tenant-owned apartments
If the attorney should be able to sell, buy or mortgage real property or a tenant-owned apartment, that authority should be stated expressly and preferably with identifying information and any limitations. The template includes dedicated sections for these transactions.
No public register
Creating a future power of attorney does not automatically register it in a public register. The original document, or the electronically signed original file where applicable, should therefore be stored securely and its location made known to relevant persons.
English + Swedish in one package
The English document is the primary template in this product. The Swedish version is included as a reference for Swedish banks, authorities, advisers and bilingual families. This is an English-language version governed by Swedish law, not a UK, US or other foreign power of attorney.
Prefer a Swedish-first product? See the Swedish Framtidsfullmakt package →
Detailed user guides included
The guides explain the formal requirements, witness eligibility, entry into force, electronic signing, reviewer controls, gifts, remuneration, conflicts of interest, property powers, storage, amendment, revocation and common mistakes.
File formats and delivery
Formats: DOCX, PDF and ZIP.
Languages: English and Swedish.
Number of files: 8.
Delivery: digital download. No physical product is shipped.
Frequently asked questions
Does a Future Power of Attorney have to be witnessed?
Yes. Two eligible witnesses must be present simultaneously and confirm the instrument.
Can it be signed electronically?
Yes. Since 1 July 2026, electronic signing is permitted if the principal and both witnesses use advanced electronic signatures and the other formal requirements are met.
Can the attorney make healthcare decisions?
No. Decisions within healthcare and dental care are outside the permitted scope of a Swedish future power of attorney.
Can the attorney sell my home?
That can be included, but the authority should be stated expressly and preferably identify the property or apartment and any relevant conditions.
Is the document automatically registered?
No. The instrument is not automatically entered in a public register when it is created.
This package is a general documentation aid and does not replace individual legal advice. Larger asset holdings, company ownership, real-estate transactions, complex family situations or international connections may justify professional review.
