It can take several weeks or even several months to get a letter of testamentary. This often depends on the state the deceased lived in and how busy the courts are when you begin the process.
There are currently two types of Letters the Master of the High Court (“The Master”) will issue namely a Letter of Authority (for estates valued below R 250 000.00) or a Letter of Executorship (for estates valued above R 250 000.00).
The Letters will be issued by the probate court or register once the Personal Representative qualifies by filing an Acceptance of Appointment and a bond if bond is required.
Start by mentioning the name and address of your company, which is the one granting authorization. The main paragraphs can consist the details of the authorisation such as the relationship between yourself and the third party, terms of the authorisation (level of information access) and the duration of the agreement.
Registered business name, address, and number. Clearly outline the rights and responsibilities given to third-party. State to whom you are delegating authority, including their company address and contact details.
Date should be dated within the last 12 months to be valid. Company signatory. Registered business name, address, and number. Clearly outline the rights and responsibilities given to third-party.
If you do not know the name of the person you are writing to, begin the letter “Dear Sir/Madam” and end it with “Yours faithfully”. If you know the name of the addressee, begin the letter “Dear Mr./Ms./Dr.” etc. and end it with “Yours sincerely”.
Formal Authorization Letter Format Dear Recipient's Name, I, Your Name, am writing to formally authorize Authorized Person's Name to act on my behalf regarding specific task or purpose, e.g., collecting documents, attending meetings, etc.. Details of the Authorized Person: Name: Authorized Person's Name
Dear Recipient's Name, I, Your Name, hereby authorize Recipient's Name to act on my behalf in Specify the task or action, effective from Start Date to End Date. Receiver's Name is authorized to carry out all essential tasks and make all choices related to Name the activity or action.
5 steps to write a letter of authorization. Identify the parties involved. Specify the authority granted. Define the duration of the agreement. Include any necessary details. Sign the document.