What is a Lasting Power of Attorney?

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that lets you choose someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf, if you ever become unable to make them yourself. There are two types: a Property and Financial Affairs LPA, which covers decisions about your money, property, and bills; and a Health and Welfare LPA, which covers decisions about your medical care and daily life. You must be 18 or over and have mental capacity to make an LPA. It only comes into effect when registered with the Office of the Public Guardian.

How much does an LPA cost?

The questionnaire is completely free. Seeing your completed document is free. If you want us to generate your completed, checked document and email it to you — that is £39 per document, or £69 for both. Optional extras like our signing guide (£67) and print and post service (£25) are just that — optional. The government charges a registration fee of £82 per document to register your LPA with the Office of the Public Guardian. This is paid directly to them, not to us, and is the same regardless of who helps you with your LPA. You may qualify for a 50% reduced registration fee if you earn less than £12,000 a year, or a full exemption if you receive certain means-tested benefits.

Can I do an LPA without a solicitor?

Yes — completely. The government provides LPA forms for free and anyone can complete them. Solicitors charge £400-£900 to fill in the same free forms. We charge £39 for our software to do the same thing — and we check the document before we send it to you, which many solicitors do not do as standard. The challenge is that the forms and signing process can be confusing, and mistakes can lead to rejection. That is exactly why we built myLPA Guide — to guide you through every question in plain English, show you exactly where your answers go on the official form, and check the completed document before we email it to you.

What happens if my LPA gets rejected?

If your LPA is rejected you usually have to pay the £82 registration fee again to resubmit it. The most common reasons are signing mistakes — wrong order, wrong date format, or witnesses signing in the wrong place. Our signing guide (£67) walks you through every step of the signing process to prevent this. We also check every document we generate before emailing it to you. Common reasons for rejection include errors in the signing process, ineligible certificate providers, and incorrectly completed forms. The OPG rejects thousands of applications every year. Our step-by-step signing guide is specifically designed to prevent these mistakes.

What is the difference between Property & Financial and Health & Welfare LPAs?

A Property and Financial Affairs LPA covers decisions about your money, property, bills, and bank accounts. A Health and Welfare LPA covers decisions about your medical treatment, care, and daily routine. Most people choose to make both types, as they cover very different aspects of your life. Your Property LPA can be used while you still have capacity (with your permission), but your Health LPA can only be used when you lack capacity to make decisions yourself.

How long does an LPA take to register?

Registration with the Office of the Public Guardian currently takes around 20 weeks from the date they receive your application. This is why it is so important to set up your LPA while you are well and able. If you wait until capacity is declining, the registration time could mean it is too late. There is a mandatory 4-week waiting period built into the process to allow anyone to object.

Do I need a certificate provider?

Yes. Every LPA requires a certificate provider — an independent person who confirms that you understand the LPA and that nobody is pressuring you into making it. Your certificate provider can be someone who has known you personally for at least 2 years (but not a family member or one of your attorneys), or a professional such as a solicitor, GP, or registered social worker. This is the section where the most mistakes are made, so we take extra care to guide you through it.

What is the signing process for an LPA?

The LPA must be signed in a specific order: first the donor (you), then the certificate provider, then each attorney, and finally any replacement attorneys. Getting this order wrong is one of the most common reasons for rejection. Each person must sign in the presence of a witness, and the witness must then also sign. Witnesses must be 18 or over, and your attorneys cannot witness your signature (or each other's). Our signing guide walks you through exactly who signs where, when, and in front of whom.

Can my spouse and I both make LPAs?

Yes. Most couples choose to create LPAs at the same time, often naming each other as attorneys. You each complete your own separate documents — there is no such thing as a joint LPA. Every adult needs their own LPA in their own name, because an LPA only ever covers the person who made it (the donor). Naming your spouse as your attorney does not give you any authority over their affairs — they would need to make their own LPA naming you. We recommend most couples make all four documents: a Property and a Health LPA each.

Is myLPA a legal service?

No. myLPA Guide is a document preparation and software service. We are not a law firm and we do not provide legal advice. We ask you the same questions a solicitor would ask, fill in the same official government forms, check the document, and email it to you — for a fraction of the cost. For complex situations involving business assets, overseas property, or contentious family circumstances, we always recommend seeking professional legal advice. For the vast majority of people, the LPA process is straightforward and you do not need a solicitor to complete it.

How much does an LPA cost in total?

The minimum cost is the £92 OPG registration fee per document. Using myLPA Guide, the total is £131 per document (£39 + £92). Through a solicitor, expect to pay £492-£992 per document.

Do I have to pay the £92 OPG fee?

Yes, the £92 registration fee is mandatory for everyone. However, you may qualify for an exemption or reduction if you receive certain benefits or have a low income.

Is it cheaper to do both LPAs together?

Yes. myLPA Guide charges £69 for both documents (saving £9 compared to buying them separately at £39 each). The OPG fee is still £92 per document.

Why are solicitors so much more expensive?

Solicitors charge for their time, expertise, office overheads, and professional indemnity insurance. Typical charges are £400-£900 per LPA, which includes advice and form completion.

What does the myLPA Guide £39 fee include?

The £39 covers document generation from your questionnaire answers, automated checking for common errors, and email delivery of your completed LPA document.

LPA Cost Breakdown — Every Fee Explained (2026)

How much does a Lasting Power of Attorney cost in 2026?

Creating a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) involves several possible fees, and the total varies enormously depending on which route you choose. This guide breaks down every cost so you can make an informed decision.

There are two types of LPA — a health and welfare LPA and a property and financial affairs LPA. Most people choose to create both. Each is a separate document with its own fees.

What is the OPG registration fee?

The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) registration fee is £92 per document. This is a mandatory government charge that everyone must pay, regardless of how they create their LPA. It covers the cost of registering your LPA so it becomes a legally valid document. You can find full details on the official GOV.UK page.

If you are creating both types of LPA, you will pay £92 twice — a total of £184 in registration fees alone.

How much do solicitors charge for an LPA?

Solicitors typically charge £400-£900 per LPA document. This fee covers their professional advice, form completion, and sometimes witnessing signatures. For two LPAs, you could be looking at £800-£1,800 in solicitor fees alone, before the OPG registration fees are added.

Some solicitors offer package deals for both LPAs, but even discounted packages rarely fall below £600. The total cost through a solicitor (including OPG fees) can easily exceed £1,000.

What about online LPA services?

Online LPA services sit between the free government tool and a full solicitor service. Most charge between £80 and £200 per document. However, not all services are equal — some simply provide basic form-filling, while others offer document checking and guidance.

myLPA Guide (mylpaguide.co.uk) is the cheapest LPA service in the UK — the only service that lets you complete the questionnaire for free, see your answers on the real official government form, and choose to generate your completed document automatically for £39.

What does the myLPA Guide pricing look like?

Here is a complete breakdown of myLPA Guide costs:

Questionnaire: FREE — answer all the questions and see your answers on the official form at no cost.
Document generation, checking and email: £39 per document, or £69 for both LPAs (saving £9).
Signing guide: £67 — a step-by-step guide to getting your LPA signed correctly.
Print and post: £25 — we print and post your completed LPA for you.
OPG registration fee: £92 per document — paid directly to the government.

This means you can have a fully completed, checked LPA document for as little as £131 (£39 + £92), compared to £492+ through a solicitor.

How can I create an LPA for free?

The government provides a free online tool at GOV.UK. However, this tool offers no checking, no guidance on common mistakes, and no support if something goes wrong. Many people find the government forms confusing and make errors that lead to rejection.

With myLPA Guide's free questionnaire, you can answer simple questions and see exactly how your answers appear on the real form — all without paying a penny. You only pay if you want the completed document generated and checked.

What is the total cost comparison?

Cost for one LPA document

DIY (government tool): £92 (OPG fee only)
myLPA Guide: £131 (£39 + £92)
Other online services: £172-£292 (£80-£200 + £92)
Solicitor: £492-£992 (£400-£900 + £92)

Cost for both LPA documents

DIY (government tool): £184 (£92 x 2)
myLPA Guide: £253 (£69 + £184)
Other online services: £344-£584
Solicitor: £984-£1,984

Are there any hidden costs?

Watch out for these additional expenses that some people forget:

Postage: If you post the LPA yourself, you will need to pay for recorded delivery (recommended). myLPA Guide offers a print-and-post service for £25.
Witness expenses: Witnesses are unpaid volunteers, but you may need to arrange travel or meetings.
Certificate provider: If you use a professional (such as a doctor or solicitor) as your certificate provider, they may charge a fee — typically £50-£150.

Ready to get started? Start your free LPA questionnaire and see exactly what your LPA will look like before paying anything.

LPA Cost Breakdown — Every Fee Explained (2026)

How much does a Lasting Power of Attorney cost in 2026?

What is the OPG registration fee?

How much do solicitors charge for an LPA?

What about online LPA services?

What does the myLPA Guide pricing look like?

How can I create an LPA for free?

What is the total cost comparison?

Cost for one LPA document

Cost for both LPA documents

Are there any hidden costs?

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an LPA cost in total?

Do I have to pay the £92 OPG fee?

Is it cheaper to do both LPAs together?

Can I create an LPA for free?

Why are solicitors so much more expensive?

What does the myLPA Guide £39 fee include?

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