Using a Power of Attorney to Sell Property in Dubai | E-Notary Dubai

Can Someone Sell My Dubai Property on My Behalf?

Yes — through a notarized Real Estate Power of Attorney (وكالة عقارية). Dubai Land Department (DLD) accepts property transactions executed by an authorized agent, provided the POA is correctly drafted, notarized by a UAE Notary Public, and valid at the time of the transaction.

• →Full name, passport, and UAE ID of the agent

What Must a Real Estate POA Include for DLD?

Only if the POA explicitly authorizes the agent to receive the sale proceeds. A well-drafted POA limits the agent only to completing the transfer at DLD and collecting the proceeds on your behalf. You should specify exactly what the agent can and cannot do with the money.

• →Specific property address or title deed number

DLD Rules — What Will Be Rejected

Property gifting (هبة عقارية) to a first-degree relative in Dubai attracts a significantly reduced DLD transfer fee of 0.125% instead of the standard 4%. This can be done via a Property Gifting POA, which we specialize in drafting correctly to ensure DLD acceptance.

• →Explicit authority to sell, sign the sale agreement (Form F), and transfer title at DLD

Can the Agent Keep the Proceeds from the Sale?

• →Notary Public seal from a UAE-licensed Notary

What About Property Gifting?

• →Date of issue and validity period