How to Get a POA in Dubai 2026 | E-Notary Dubai

What Is a Power of Attorney in Dubai?

A Power of Attorney (POA) in Dubai is a legal document notarized under Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2022 that authorizes a named person to act on your behalf in specific legal, financial, or personal matters. It must be notarized by a UAE-licensed Notary Public to be valid before any government authority, bank, or court.

• →UAE residence visa page (if applicable)

Step 1 — Identify the Type of POA You Need

Before anything else, you need to know exactly what you are authorizing. Common POA types in Dubai include: General POA (broad authority), Real Estate POA (property transactions), Banking POA (account and financial operations), Court Case POA (legal representation), Company Formation POA, and specialized ones like Child Travel Consent or Inheritance POA.

• →Emirates ID (if UAE resident)

Step 2 — Prepare Your Documents

Only the principal (the person granting authority) needs to appear before the Notary — typically via a short secure video call. The agent does not need to attend at any stage; we only need a copy of the agent's passport or Emirates ID to name them in the document. If the principal is abroad, the POA can be notarized at a UAE embassy and then MOFA-attested, or completed through our video-notary service. E-Notary Dubai prepares everything and coordinates the Notary appointment on your behalf.

• →Any property or company documents relevant to the POA

Step 3 — Draft the POA Correctly

If the POA will be used outside the UAE, it needs MOFA attestation. We handle the full chain. If the destination country is a member of the Hague Convention, you may need an Apostille instead of embassy attestation. We confirm the correct process for your specific destination country.

Step 4 — Attend Notarization

For straightforward POAs: same day in most cases. For POAs requiring MOFA attestation: 2--3 business days. For embassy attestation: 5--10 business days depending on the embassy.

Step 5 — Additional Attestation if Needed

Each POA type carries different complexity and procedural requirements. General POAs are typically straightforward; specialized POAs (real estate, corporate) involve additional legal steps. MOFA attestation requirements depend on the document type and destination country. Contact us for a complete quote tailored to your specific situation.

How Long Does It Take?

A POA does not automatically expire unless a validity date is specified in the document. However, some authorities require a recently issued POA (within 3--6 months). We recommend specifying a validity period when drafting.

How Much Does a POA Cost in Dubai?

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