Question 1

What is a Power of Attorney?

Accepted Answer

A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document in which you authorize someone you trust — your attorney — to act for you on specific matters, such as selling a property, running a company task, or handling a personal affair while you are away.

Question 2

Is notarization mandatory for a POA in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

For a POA to be accepted by the DLD, banks and courts, it must be notarized by the official authority. We prepare and translate the document and coordinate that notarization with a licensed Dubai Notary Public.

Question 3

Does my POA have to be in Arabic?

Accepted Answer

To be accepted in the UAE it must be in Arabic or bilingual. A certified Arabic legal translation is included in our service so the document is accepted the first time.

Question 4

Where is a POA registered?

Accepted Answer

A POA is notarized through the official Dubai route — a Dubai Courts notary or a licensed private Notary Public — and, for property matters, its use is recorded with the DLD. We coordinate whichever route applies to your case.

Question 5

How long does the whole process take?

Accepted Answer

Drafting and translation are typically ready within one working day. Notarization and any legalization depend on the route; we give you a realistic timeline before you start.

Question 6

Can it all be done online?

Accepted Answer

For most clients, yes. We prepare and translate everything remotely, and — where the law permits — notarization is arranged by secure video. If your case needs the home-country legalization route, we guide that instead.

Question 7

Will I get a QR document or a printed one?

Accepted Answer

Remote notarization is issued electronically in Arabic with a verifiable QR code. We can arrange a stamped bilingual or printed original on request.

Question 8

What is the difference between a public and a private notary?

Accepted Answer

Both are official routes in Dubai. A Dubai Courts (public) notary and a licensed private Notary Public can each complete the act; the right one depends on your document and timing, and we coordinate whichever applies.

Question 9

How long is a POA valid?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the type and how it was issued — different POAs carry different validity windows. We confirm the exact window for your specific case rather than quoting a single blanket number.

Question 10

How do I revoke or cancel a POA?

Accepted Answer

While you are competent you can revoke a POA at any time, including from abroad, through the MOJ portal or the original notary. The revocation is itself notarized, and we prepare it for you. A POA also ends automatically on the principal's passing.

Question 11

What type of POA do I need to sell or buy property?

Accepted Answer

Dubai generally requires a Special POA that names the property and the exact powers for a sale or purchase. A General POA is accepted only when your agent is an immediate family member. We make sure yours is the right type.

Question 12

Why does the POA need to name the title deed?

Accepted Answer

Property POAs are expected to use transaction-specific wording — naming the property and the act, such as 'sale of real estate' — so the Trustee Centre accepts them. Vague, all-purpose wording is a common reason for rejection. We confirm the exact wording for your case.

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