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Power of Attorney (PoA)


1.

Miscellaneous Application (Click Here)
(Please fill out, Print, and sign the Miscellaneous Application, and bring it to the consulate along with the supporting documents.)

2.

Original Power of Attorney (Notarized)

  • USA address must be mentioned in the first paragraph of Power of Attorney.

  • Please Stick Applicant’s Photo at Last Page of Power of Attorney.

  • 2 Witnesses should sign the POA (in front of the Notary – Witnesses do not need to be present at the Consulate office.)

    Note: Witnesses can not be your Spouse or Blood Relatives.

  • Bring a Copy of ID Proof of both the witnesses. (Driver’s License or Passport Copy)

3.

Original and Copy of: Passport and Proof of US Visa Status and Address Proof of USA

4.

Please Bring an Extra Copy of Power of Attorney for Consulate Record. (Make the copy only after the Notarization is done)

5.

Fees (for 1 Applicant) : $20 and $2 (Please issue 2 Separate Cashier’s Checks/Money Orders)
Fees (for 2 Applicants) : $40 and $4 (Please issue 2 Separate Cashier’s Checks/Money Orders)

Payee Name “Consulate General of India, Seattle”

Note: Personal Checks/Cash/Credit Cards/Debit Cards are not accepted.

1.

Miscellaneous Application (Click Here)
(Please fill out, Print, and sign the Miscellaneous Application, and bring it to the consulate along with the supporting documents.)

2.

Original Power of Attorney (Notarized)

  • USA address must be mentioned in the first paragraph of Power of Attorney.

  • Please Stick Applicant’s Photo at Last Page of Power of Attorney.

  • 2 Witnesses should sign the POA (in front of the Notary – Witnesses do not need to be present at the Consulate office.)

    Note: Witnesses can not be your Spouse or Blood Relatives.

  • Bring a Copy of ID Proof of both the witnesses. (Driver’s License or Passport Copy)

3.

Original and Copy of: Passport and Address Proof of USA and OCI (Front & Last Page)

4.

Please Bring an Extra Copy of Power of Attorney for Consulate Record. (Make the copy only after the Notarization is done)

5.

Fees (for 1 Applicant) : $20 and $2 (Please issue 2 Separate Cashier’s Checks/Money Orders)
Fees (for 2 Applicants) : $40 and $4 (Please issue 2 Separate Cashier’s Checks/Money Orders)

Payee Name “Consulate General of India, Seattle”

Note: Personal Checks/Cash/Credit Cards/Debit Cards are not accepted.

1.

Miscellaneous Application (Click Here)
(Please fill out, Print, and sign the Miscellaneous Application, and bring it to the consulate along with the supporting documents.)

2.

Original Power of Attorney

  • The Power of Attorney document must be Apostilled by the Secretary of State

  • USA address must be mentioned in the first paragraph of Power of Attorney.

  • Please Stick Applicant’s Photo at Last Page of Power of Attorney.

  • 2 Witnesses should sign the POA (in front of the Notary – Witnesses do not need to be present at the Consulate office.)

    Note: Witnesses can not be your Spouse or Blood Relatives.

  • Bring a Copy of ID Proof of both the witnesses. (Driver’s License or Passport Copy)

3.

Original and Notarized Copy of: Passport and Address Proof of USA

4.

Please Bring an Extra Copy of Power of Attorney for Consulate Record. (Make the copy only after the Notarization is done)

5.

Fees (for 1 Applicant) : $20 and $2 (Please issue 2 Separate Cashier’s Checks/Money Orders)
Fees (for 2 Applicants) : $40 and $4 (Please issue 2 Separate Cashier’s Checks/Money Orders)

Payee Name “Consulate General of India, Seattle”

Note: Personal Checks/Cash/Credit Cards/Debit Cards are not accepted.

FAQs on Power of Attorney

No. Question Proposed Answer
1. How can one apply for Power of Attorney ?

Depending on if you are (Indian Passport Holder OR USA Passport Holder),

Please go through the checklist which is applicable to you, and bring the Application with Supporting documents to the Consulate between 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
2. Does one need to make an appointment for Power of Attorney ?

Applicants may walk into the Consulate on any working day as per below:
Timing for submitting the documents: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Timing for collection of the documents: Next day 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3. What is the processing time for Power of Attorney ?

One day (Next Day), for the application submitted in Person/over the counter.
4. Documents  valid as a proof of address/residence?

•    US Driving License OR

•    Utility Bill OR

•    Lease Agreement OR

•    State Identity Card OR

•    Mortgage Deed
5. What Documents are valid as a proof of US Visa Status?

•    Visa page of Passport (i.e. H1B, H4, L1, L2 etc.) OR

•    Green Card. OR

•    Employment Authorization Document (Work Permit) OR

•    I-797, I-140 or I-20

6. Can Applicants send the documents to the Consulate by Post or Physical Mail ?

Yes, Applicants can send the Application with Supporting Documents Via Post or Physical Mail.

Please make sure all the documents you are sending are Notarized.

Please send a Self Addressed prepaid envelope/Label along with your application.
7. If I am sending my application via Physical Mail - Should I send my original Documents along?

No, For Physical Mail Applications - Please send all the supporting Documents Notarized.
8. Which Mailing/Courier service should I use to send documents via physical mail?

You can use any of these services for sending documents: FedEx, UPS, or USPS..