From November 2025, the cost of registering a lasting power of attorney, or LPA, in England and Wales will rise from £82 to £92 per document. This change, announced by the Ministry of Justice, affects both types of LPA: property and financial affairs, and health and welfare.
The reason behind the LPA fee increase
The rise in registration fees reflects the need to cover the growing operational costs faced by the Office of the Public Guardian, also known as the OPG, which processes and manages LPA applications. According to official statements, the additional funds will be used to maintain service standards, support digital transformation projects, and improve processing efficiency. As more people complete their LPA online through digital systems, this investment aims to streamline the experience and reduce administrative delays.
While the £10 increase may seem modest, it will apply separately to each LPA. Those creating both a property and financial affairs LPA and a health and welfare LPA will therefore pay £184 in total. Fee reductions or exemptions will continue to be available to applicants on low incomes or those receiving certain benefits.
Preparing for the change
Anyone considering making an LPA before the new fee takes effect can still benefit from the current rate if applications are submitted early. Services such as //powerofattorneyonline.co.uk/ provide practical information about completing and registering LPAs correctly.
The upcoming increase underlines the continued demand for secure, well-managed systems that protect people’s rights and ensure their wishes are respected, making it more important than ever to plan ahead.
