Notaries can establish authentic powers of attorney remotely

Contrary to the measures taken during the first confinement, this possibility of drawing up notarial acts at a distance is reserved for powers of attorney only, but it is not limited in time. It is intended for anyone who is unable to travel, and in particular French nationals living abroad who can now conclude notarized transactions through a remote agent.

The exchange of the information necessary for the drawing up of the document and the collection of the consent of the parties are carried out by means of a processing system approved by the Supreme Council of the notary (CSN) which guarantees their identification, the integrity and the confidentiality of the content. The notary shall simultaneously obtain the consent and the signature by electronic means.

This remote appearance, as for any authentic instrument, is established at the end of a meeting, by videoconference, during which all relevant and necessary information is provided to inform the consent of the parties.