Who can sign the application form?
Application forms must be signed by you (the investor) unless investing under a power of attorney.
Joint applicants should provide signatures for each person nominated on the application form.
| Type of investor | Investment in the name of | Form signed by | Tax file number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual (over the age of 18) | the applicant | the applicant | the applicant |
| Joint investor | each applicant | each applicant | each applicant |
| Adults investing for child under 18 | the adult (include the child’s name in the account reference) | the adult | the adult |
| Superannuation fund | trustee(s) with reference to the trust | trustee(s) | trust |
| Company | the company | authorised person | company |
| Partnership | the principals | the principals | partnership |
| Other | individual(s) on behalf of the body | authorised person | individual(s) on behalf of the body or the body(s) number |
Powers of attorney
Generally we will accept applications made under a power of attorney. A certified copy of the power of attorney must be submitted with the application for processing.
Please contact us for further details and be aware that the laws applying to powers of attorney may differ between the states.
