Power of Attorney
Prepare and coordinate UAE Power of Attorney documents for business, property and personal matters.
Typical range
AED 100 to 300
Dubai Courts notary fee range
- Typical timeline
- Case-dependent
- Best for
- Individuals and businesses requiring authorised representation
- Common uses
- Property, business & personal matters
- Dubai Courts notary fee range
- AED 100–300
About Power of Attorney
A Power of Attorney (POA) allows one person to legally authorise another person to act on their behalf within the scope defined by the document.
UAE Power of Attorney documents must be prepared carefully because the wording, notarisation requirements and supporting documents depend on the purpose and parties involved.
Clear authority
Define the specific authority being granted to the appointed representative.
Convenience
Allow an authorised representative to handle eligible matters when the principal cannot attend personally.
Document guidance
Understand the documents and formalities required for the intended use.
Notarisation coordination
Receive assistance coordinating applicable notarisation and document formalities.
At a glance
The numbers that matter
Property
Supported
POA coordination for eligible property-related matters.
Business
Supported
Assistance with business and corporate representation documents.
Personal
Supported
Support for eligible personal representation requirements.
Notarisation
Guided
Coordination of applicable notarisation and document formalities.
Is this right for you?
Who may need a Power of Attorney?
Property owners authorising another person to act on their behalf
Business owners appointing authorised representatives
Individuals unable to personally complete a transaction
Investors managing UAE assets remotely
Companies requiring authorised representatives
What is a Power of Attorney?
A Power of Attorney is a legal document through which a person, known as the principal, authorises another person, known as the agent or attorney, to perform specified actions on their behalf.
The authority granted should be clearly defined because the agent's powers are generally limited to the scope stated in the document.
Property-related Power of Attorney
Property POAs may be used for specific real estate transactions or related administrative matters where representation is permitted.
The wording and supporting documents should reflect the exact transaction and authority being granted.
Business and corporate representation
Businesses may use POAs to authorise individuals to handle specified administrative, commercial or government-related matters.
The appropriate wording depends on the company structure, transaction and authority being delegated.
Notarisation and document formalities
Depending on the POA and the parties involved, notarisation or other legal formalities may be required before the document can be used.
Documents issued outside the UAE may also require attestation and legal translation before acceptance.
The wording matters
A POA should clearly state what the authorised person can and cannot do. Broad or unclear wording can create unnecessary legal and administrative risks.
For complex transactions, the document should be reviewed by an appropriately qualified legal professional.
Before you start
Requirements & eligibility
Principal information
- Passport or Emirates ID
- Contact information
- UAE residency information where applicable
Attorney information
- Passport or Emirates ID
- Full legal name
- Contact information
Purpose of the POA
The exact transaction or authority being delegated should be clearly identified before drafting the document.
Supporting documents
Property, company or transaction-specific documents may be required depending on the purpose of the Power of Attorney.
What is included
- POA requirement assessment
- Document checklist
- Drafting coordination
- Supporting document review
- Notarisation guidance
- Attestation and translation guidance where applicable
Documents you will need
Tick what you already have and we will help with the rest.
How it works, step by step
4 clear steps, and we handle each one. You always know where your file stands.
- 1
Assess
Understand the purpose and exact authority that needs to be granted.
- 2
Prepare
Collect the principal, attorney and transaction-specific information required.
- 3
Draft
Prepare or coordinate the Power of Attorney wording appropriate to the intended purpose.
- 4
Formalise
Complete the applicable notarisation, attestation or translation requirements.
Important to know
Before you proceed
POA wording is important
The authority granted should accurately reflect the intended transaction and should not grant broader powers than necessary.
Not every POA is the same
Property, business, vehicle, banking and personal matters can require different wording and supporting documentation.
Foreign documents may require attestation
Documents issued outside the UAE may need attestation and legal translation before they can be used.
Legal advice may be required
Complex transactions should be reviewed by a qualified legal professional before the POA is executed.
Questions, answered
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Ask on WhatsAppA Power of Attorney is a legal document that authorises another person to act on your behalf within the powers specified in the document.
Depending on the wording and applicable rules, a POA can be used for property, business, administrative and certain personal matters.
The applicable notarisation requirements depend on the document, purpose and parties involved. Many UAE POAs require formal notarisation before they can be used.
It may be possible, but foreign-issued POAs and supporting documents can require specific attestation and legalisation procedures before use in the UAE.
Processing time depends on drafting, document readiness, notarisation and any required attestation or translation.
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