Power Of Attorney From Usa

[hi-tec]

What are all the steps neccesary for a power of attorney to be legally effective in DR if the person issuing it is located in the USA?.

My specific concerns are

1- if the other person has to sign any document before someone ACCEPTING the right or 'privilege' (otherwise anyone could be made responsible for something stated in a power of attorney she/he does not even know exist)

2- if the document has to be filed with the appropriate authorities or gov office in DR (in other jurisdictions it must be done within 48 hours). In this case I know the document must be 'certified' by the emabassy or consulate in the USA.

3- If the document must be mailed to DR through the consulate channels or it can be done independently my private means usps, ups or fedex

[EMTuKnowMe]

Anyone have the answers to the OP? I am thinking about leasing space in Santiago and giving someone power of attorney to execute the lease for me. Thank you, in advance.

[Fabio J. Guzman]

1) There is no legal obligation to accept in writing. Carrying out the task implies acceptance.

2) A POA executed abroad must be authenticated at the closest Dominican Consulate.

3) It can be done independently.