in my behalf vs on my behalf

The correct phrase to indicate that someone is acting as your representative or in your place is 'on my behalf'.

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in my behalf

'In my behalf' is not a correct construction in English.

This phrase is not used in English. The correct prepositional phrase to use is 'on my behalf.'

on my behalf

'On my behalf' is the correct and commonly used prepositional phrase in English.

'On my behalf' is used to indicate that someone is acting as your representative or in your place.

Examples:

She spoke to the manager on my behalf.
He signed the contract on my behalf.

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Jan 5, 2022 ... Who can submit a passport application in person on my behalf? When applying in person, it's best that you submit your application yourself.
How do I give permission for somebody else to act on my behalf with the Federal Student Aid Ombudsman Group? MANAGING YOUR ACCOUNT. GETTING STARTED.
Jul 7, 2014 ... Can someone lodge an application at the Visa Office on my behalf? Yes, someone can bring in your application to the Visa Office and lodge it ...
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Apr 7, 2010 ... ... I'm applying for a senior marketing position with Merck and I was hoping you'd consider writing a letter of recommendation on my behalf.
What does it mean if a pledge was made on my behalf? A pledge is a promise to pay an amount over a set period of time. When CCP makes a pledge, we agree ...

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