Document background
An Authorization Letter To Claim Debit Card is a formal document used when an account holder cannot personally collect their debit card from a bank branch and needs to authorize another person to do so on their behalf. This document is particularly relevant in Germany, where it must comply with specific banking regulations (KWG), civil code provisions regarding authorization (BGB), and data protection laws (DSGVO). The letter includes crucial information such as the authorizer's and authorized person's details, card information, and clear authorization statement. It's commonly used during temporary absence, illness, or inability to visit the bank personally, and may require supporting documentation such as identification proof and specimen signatures depending on the bank's requirements.
