How To Obtain A Letter Of Authority In South Africa

What is a Letter Of Authority?

A Letter of Authority (LOA) is a legal document that authorizes a third party to correspond with service providers on behalf of you and your business.

How To Obtain A Letter Of Authority In South Africa?

A letter of authority can only be obtained from the Master of the High Court when a person has died and the death has been reported.

In that case, you and your siblings must agree on whom to nominate to represent you and receive the letter of authority.

How much does it cost to get a letter of authority in South Africa?

Applications will only be considered once a non–non-refundable LOA fee of R 1800. 00 has been received by NRCS.

Payment of LOA fees to the bank details listed should be preferably paid to the NRCS bank account via direct bank deposit or electronic transfer.

How long does it take to get a letter of authority in South Africa?

The letter of authority (J170) must be obtained from the Office of the Master of the High Court or a Magistrates Court and can take up to 120 days to be issued. It is usually valid for up to 12 months.

Who issues a letter of authority in South Africa?

The letter of authority (J170) must be obtained from the Office of the Master of the High Court or a Magistrates Court and can take up to 120 days to be issued. It is usually valid for up to 12 months.