How to get a power of attorney (POA) in Dubai?

1 Preparation of the POA document:

• Define the scope of the power of attorney: the POA document should clearly specify what powers you give to the attorney (e.g., property management, bank accounts, representation before authorities, etc.).

2 Drafting the POA document:

• Form of document: The POA document must be in writing, preferably in English and Arabic.

3 Notarization of the document:

• Visit to a public notary: Both parties (the attorney and the person granting the power of attorney) must go to a public notary in Dubai. This can be done at one of the notary offices or at Dubai Courts.
• Identity documents: Both parties must present valid identity documents (e.g., passports, ID cards).
• Signing and certification: The POA document must be signed in the presence of a notary who will certify the authenticity of the signatures.

4 Registration of power of attorney:

• Registration with the relevant authorities

5 Transmitting a copy of the power of attorney:

Additional comments:

• Preparation in your home country: If you are not present in Dubai, you can obtain a POA in your home country and then legalize it at the UAE embassy and again at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Dubai.
• Validity and revocation: a POA document usually has a specific validity period and can be revoked at any time by drafting an appropriate revocation document and informing all interested parties.