Power of Attorney Services in Dubai, UAE
A Power of Attorney (POA) in the UAE is a legal document granting one person the authority to act on behalf of another in financial, legal, property, or business matters. To be valid here it must be properly drafted, notarised, and — for official and government dealings — MOFA-attested. Seal & Signature provides the complete POA service: drafting by qualified lawyers, notarisation, MOFA attestation, and certified Arabic–English translation.
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How we get your Power of Attorney legally valid
What is a Power of Attorney in the UAE?
A Power of Attorney is a legal instrument granting one person — the agent — the authority to act on behalf of another (the grantor) in specified or general matters. Depending on scope, a POA can cover property transactions, financial decisions, business dealings, court appearances, or personal affairs. In the UAE, a valid POA:
- Must be drafted in Arabic, or with a certified Arabic translation
- Must be notarised by a UAE notary public to be legally valid
- Requires MOFA attestation for government or property use
- Can be General (broad authority) or Specific (limited to defined tasks)
Our Power of Attorney & notary services
We provide complete POA and notary services — from drafting through to notarisation, attestation, and translation:
- Drafting of General and Specific Powers of Attorney
- Notary public services — in-person and document submission
- MOFA attestation for POAs used in government and property transactions
- Certified Arabic–English legal translation for all POA documents
- Business and corporate POA for company representation and authority
- Personal POA for property, vehicles, court proceedings, and financial matters
Types of Power of Attorney we handle
Different situations require different levels of authority. Our qualified lawyers advise on the right POA type:
- General POA — broad authority covering financial, legal, and personal matters
- Property POA — specific to UAE real estate: buying, selling, leasing, or managing property
- Vehicle POA — authorises a representative to sell, transfer, or manage vehicle registration
- Business POA — grants authority for company decisions, banking, contracts, and regulatory dealings
- Court Representation POA — authorises a legal representative to appear in UAE courts
POA notarisation & attestation — what is required?
One of the most common points of confusion is the difference between notarisation and attestation. We handle both and advise upfront on what your POA needs.
- Notarisation — required for all POAs. Every POA used in the UAE must be notarised by a UAE notary public, and is required by all courts, banks, and government bodies. Same-day notarisation is available.
- MOFA attestation — required for government & property use. POAs used in property transactions, visa applications, or official government dealings require MOFA attestation. We manage the full submission — no visits required.
- Embassy attestation — required for international POAs. A POA issued in the UAE for use abroad follows the chain UAE notary → MOFA UAE → target-country embassy. We manage the full chain for all countries.
Who needs a Power of Attorney in the UAE?
A Power of Attorney is commonly required in these situations:
- Property owners — manage, sell, or lease UAE property on your behalf with a Property POA
- Expats travelling — manage financial and legal affairs while away via a General POA
- Businesses — authorise employees or representatives to sign contracts and manage regulatory dealings
- Court matters — a Court Representation POA lets a legal representative appear on your behalf
- Vehicle transfer — authorise the sale, transfer, or registration of a vehicle on your behalf
How our POA service works — step by step
- Consultation & scope — we clarify the purpose and authority required and advise on the correct POA type.
- Drafted by qualified lawyers — your POA is drafted in Arabic and English in full compliance with UAE law.
- Notarisation — submitted to a UAE notary public (required for all POAs used in the UAE).
- Attestation (if required) — we handle MOFA attestation for government dealings, property, and overseas use.
- Certified translation — certified Arabic–English translation accepted by UAE courts and government bodies.
- Document delivered — fully notarised, attested, and translated POA, ready for use.
How long does it take, and what does it cost?
A straightforward POA can often be drafted and notarised within a day or two, with same-day notarisation available for urgent cases. Adding MOFA or embassy attestation extends the timeline depending on the authority and, for international use, the destination country. Costs depend on the POA type, the number of authorities involved, and whether translation is needed; government and notary fees are charged separately from our service fee and shown clearly upfront. Send us your requirement and we’ll confirm the exact scope, timeline, and an itemised quote before we start.
Why choose Seal & Signature for Power of Attorney?
- Drafted and reviewed by qualified lawyers with UAE legal experience
- All POA types — General, Property, Vehicle, Business, and Court
- Full service: drafting, notarisation, MOFA attestation, and certified translation
- Same-day notarisation available for urgent requirements
- All nationalities served — UAE and overseas legal requirements understood
- Strictly confidential — your information is fully protected
Frequently asked questions — Power of Attorney
A General POA grants broad authority across financial, legal, and personal matters. A Specific POA restricts authority to a defined task — such as selling one property or managing a bank account. We advise on the right scope for your requirement.
Yes. All POAs used in the UAE must be notarised by a UAE notary public. Notarisation confirms identity and document authenticity. Without it, the POA will not be accepted by courts, banks, or government bodies.
MOFA attestation is required when the POA will be used in government dealings, property transactions, or visa applications. It is also required for POAs used overseas. We advise on whether attestation is needed before we begin.
Yes. A Property POA — properly drafted, notarised, and MOFA-attested — authorises your representative to complete a property sale, purchase, or transfer in the UAE. Commonly used by non-resident property owners.
A POA remains valid until revoked by the grantor, the grantor becomes incapacitated, or a specified expiry date is reached. We advise on including or excluding expiry clauses based on the duration of authority required.
Yes, but it must be legalised: home-country MFA attestation, then UAE Embassy attestation, then MOFA attestation in the UAE. We manage the complete chain for all countries.
Need a Power of Attorney drafted and attested?
Tell us what the POA is for and we’ll advise the right type, confirm whether attestation is needed, and handle drafting, notarisation, attestation and translation end to end.
