Power of Attorney [POA] Attestation in UAE
If you need to use a Power of Attorney [POA] in the UAE, you will have to get it attested first to make it legally valid. At Astute Attestation, we make the Power of attorney attestation process simple and fast so that you can use your documents without any issues.
How to Get Your Power Of Attorney Attested in UAE
A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows one person (the principal) to authorize another person (the agent or attorney) to act on their behalf. It is commonly used for property transactions, business operations, visa processing, and personal legal matters.
In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Power of Attorney attestation is mandatory to make the document legally valid and acceptable by government departments, banks, and courts. The power of attorney attestation confirms the document’s authenticity and verifies the identity and authority of the signatories.
Step-by-Step Process to Get Your POA Attested in the UAE
Draft the POA:
The Power of Attorney must be drafted clearly, specifying the rights, powers, and responsibilities granted to the authorized person. It should be written in English and Arabic or translated by a certified legal translator.Notarization:
The document must be notarized by a Notary Public in the UAE. This is the first and most important step in validating your POA.Attestation by the Ministry of Justice (MOJ):
After notarization, the POA must be attested by the Ministry of Justice, which confirms the notary’s authority.Attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA):
The next step is attestation by MOFA UAE, which validates the document for use within the country or for international purposes.Embassy Attestation (If Issued Abroad):
If the POA was issued outside the UAE, it must first be attested by the UAE Embassy in the issuing country and then re-attested by MOFA in the UAE after arrival.
Commercial Document Attestation in the UAE
In addition to POA services, we also provide attestation for commercial documents like business contracts, invoices and powers of attorney. We will make sure your business documents are properly attested so everything runs smoothly for you.
Commercial Document Attestation Process
- Chamber of Commerce Certification
First, we get your documents certified by the Chamber of Commerce. - Attestation by Your Country’s Ministry of External Affairs
Afterward, we make sure that your document is attested by your home country’s Ministry of External Affairs. - Certification by the UAE Embassy
Finally, we take the document to the UAE Embassy for certification, making it valid for use in the UAE.
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- Reliable Service
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Important Things to Know About POA in the UAE
1. Limited Validity for Property Transactions
If you are using a POA for property transactions in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Sharjah, it is usually valid for up to two years. After this period, the POA must be renewed if further transactions are needed.
2. POA Becomes Invalid if the Principal Passes Away
A POA automatically becomes null and void if the principal (the person who created it) passes away, regardless of whether the POA was active for property, financial, or personal matters.
3. Signing a POA in the UAE
Residents of the UAE must present either a passport or Emirates ID when signing a POA with a notary public. Non-residents can often sign a POA at their home country’s embassy in the UAE or at a notary in their home country, followed by legalization/attestation for use in the UAE.
4. Real Estate Transactions
When using a POA for property sale or purchase, the following are required:
Original or electronic title deed to the property
Verification of the POA by the notary public
In some emirates (like Abu Dhabi and Dubai), additional approvals from the Land Department may be required.
5. Scope of Authority
A POA must clearly specify the powers granted. In the UAE, common uses include:
Buying or selling property
Managing bank accounts and finances
Handling business or company-related matters
6. Attestation and Legalization
For a POA to be legally recognized, especially if issued outside the UAE, it may need:
Notarization in the country of origin
UAE Embassy attestation
MOFA (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) attestation in the UAE
7. Revocation of a POA
A principal can revoke a POA at any time. The revocation must be:
Done in writing
Notarized or attested if the original POA was notarized
Communicated to all parties relying on the POA
8. Regional Differences
Dubai: POAs for property transactions are strictly regulated by the Dubai Land Department (DLD).
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Municipality and Notary Public offices manage POA registration.
Sharjah: Sharjah courts and notary public offices oversee POA validation and attestation for property matters.