Life is unpredictable, yet you can still decide who will speak and act on your behalf if you ever lose mental capacity in an accident, stroke or heart attack.
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) lets you choose that trusted person to manage your personal welfare and/or property & affairs if that happens.
More than 230,000 Singaporeans have completed an LPA, which can be certified by an accredited doctor.
What are the benefits of an LPA?
- Peace of mind for all: Having arrangements in place offers reassurance to you and your family, especially in the event of an unexpected stroke, accident or cardiac arrest.
- Alleviates stress during medical emergencies: Doctors and hospitals can liaise swiftly with your appointed donee, so treatment and financial matters continue without confusion or delay.
- Cost-effective: It is more expensive for your loved ones to get deputyship to manage your finances after mental capacity is lost.
- Keeps decisions in familiar hands: Your chosen donee can step in immediately when a medical situation occurs and act in your best interests.
3 simple steps to make your LPA
You can make an LPA at a Parkway Shenton clinic in just 3 steps:
1. Start your LPA form online at the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) website. You may appoint 1 or 2 donees to act on your behalf.
2. Wait for donees to accept online. Your donees will be notified of their role via email or SMS.
3. Visit a Parkway Shenton clinic to certify your LPA.
- You may make an appointment online or by phone.
- Only you have to be at the clinic, your donees need not be there.
What is the cost of an LPA?
There are two main costs when making an LPA: certification by a certificate issuer (such as a doctor, lawyer or psychiatrist) and the application submitted to the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG).
At Parkway Shenton clinics, it costs $70 to have your LPA certified by a doctor.
If you require customised powers beyond the standard provisions in Form 1, an LPA Form 2 must be drafted by a qualified lawyer. According to Ministry of Social and Family Development data retrieved on 6 July 2025, the median fee charged by lawyers to make an LPA is around $100.
From 1 April 2026, the OPG application fee for LPA Form 1 has been waived (i.e. free) for all Singapore citizens. For non-citizens, the application fee is $90 for permanent residents and $230 for foreigners.
Where to make your LPA?
You may make an LPA at Parkway Shenton’s island-wide network of clinics, making the process convenient and seamless:
- Choose a Parkway Shenton clinic near you: From the CBD to the heartlands, our accredited doctors are ready to help.
- Make an appointment online in minutes: You may also book an appointment by phone.
- Complete the LPA process in one visit: Our doctor will review your form, answer questions, witness your digital signature on Singpass online, and submit the form to OPG.
- Integrated primary-care network: Discuss your LPA with your family doctor who is familiar with your medical history.
Who should get an LPA?
Many people think LPAs are for end-of-life planning, but it is helpful to make one early. Mental incapacity can happen at any age due to an unexpected accident or event.
You can apply if you:
- Are at least 21 years old, and
- Have mental capacity to understand the LPA
Planning ahead gives peace of mind. Make an LPA for you and your loved ones today.
