General Power of Attorney
A general power of attorney in the UAE can be used to provide broad-ranging powers to another person that will be acting on your behalf.
In general, the powers that can be assigned through a general POA in the UAE include buying real estate and other assets, setting up and managing the affairs of a company, representing before government departments, courts and utility offices such as Du, Etisalat etc, signing contracts and representing before the banks etc.
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Pricing Packages
Silver
AED 699
POA drafting - English and Arabic
Unlimited amendments
Unlimited free consultations
Inclusive of notary public fee for one (1) principal
Physical signing assistance at Notary Public in Dubai
E-notarization
For anyone inside UAE
Gold
AED 1299
POA drafting - English and Arabic
Unlimited amendments
Unlimited free consultations
Inclusive of notary public fee for one (1) principal
Physical signing assistance at Notary Public in Dubai
E-notarization
For anyone inside or outside UAE
Diamond
AED 1699
POA drafting - English and Arabic
Unlimited amendments
Unlimited free consultations
Inclusive of notary public fee for one (1) principal
Physical signing assistance at Notary Public in Dubai
E-notarization
Documents Required For UAE Residents:
- Passport, visa page and Emirates ID of the principal.
- Passport, visa page and Emirates ID of the attorney.
- Any further documents and information that may be required depending on the type of POA.
Documents Required For Non-UAE Residents:
- Passport of the principal.
- Passport, visa page and Emirates ID of the attorney.
- Any further documents and information that may be required depending on the type of POA.
Terms and Conditions
- A fee of AED 499 shall be applicable for non-UAE resident applications of POA.
- Above-mentioned prices shall apply for POAs with one (1) principal, attorney and asset only.
- A fee of AED 399 shall apply for each additional asset and attorney.
- A fee of AED 399 shall apply for each additional principal.
- E-Notarized POA shall be issued in Arabic only by email from the Court. Should you require it in English and in Arabic format, a bilingual e-notarization fee of AED 199 shall apply.
Powers Included in a General POA
The following powers can be assigned by a general power of attorney:
- Power to buy and sell assets. (refer to power to buy and sell assets for full details)
- Power to purchase and sell real estate (refer to power to buy and sell assets for full details).
- Sign contracts and execute contractual duties.
- Purchase shares in companies.
- Form and run affairs of a company.
- Represent before third parties, government departments and banks etc.
- Represent before Etisalat, du, DEWA and other utility service providers.
- Represent in legal affairs and appoint lawyers.
- Sign contracts and other documents.
Power to Buy and Sell Assets
Selling of assets and real estate using a general power of attorney in the UAE depends on the regulations of each Emirate.
Emirate of Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain
In principle, selling of assets and real estate are permitted in a general power of attorney as long as the person assigning the power (principal) and the person to whom the power is assigned (agent) share the following relationships:
- Husband and Wife
- Father and child
- Mother and child
- Siblings
For all other relationships, a special power of attorney is required to be signed for the sale of assets in these Emirates.
Emirate of Abu Dhabi
In Abu Dhabi, a general power of attorney cannot be used to assign any powers to sell any assets. A special power of attorney in Abu Dhabi is required to authorise someone to sell any assets including real estate property, vehicles or shares in companies.
Benefits of a General POA
The following are the benefits of a general power of attorney formed in Dubai and across the UAE:
- A general POA is the easiest way to have your tasks performed while you are not able to carry out those tasks.
- A general POA saves time, money and any possible running around.
- A general power of attorney is a solution to multiple worries. Powers of different types can be included in a general POA to ensure that all your tasks are managed in your absence.
- A duly signed and notarized general power of attorney is recolonized everywhere in the UAE.
- In the absence of a trusted agent, JustPOA experts can act as your trusted agents in your general power of attorney.
Signing Process
Signing process depends on the whether the general POA is signed in the UAE or outside of the UAE.
Option 1: Sign in UAE to use General POA in UAE
If you are present in the UAE, a general power of attorney can be signed before a notary public in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Ajman or Um Al Quwain. Once notarized, the power of attorney is validly accepted in the whole UAE.
Online Notarization in Dubai
In Dubai, a general POA can also be notarized via the BOTIM app. The following steps can be taken for online notarization:
- Sending an email to the Dubai notary public with the following details:
- Mobile number of the principal that is subscribed to the BOTIM app.
- Copy of the power of attorney.
- Valid IDs.
- Notary public holds a video call via BOTIM app for verification of identities, and thereupon approves the POA.
- The approved and stamped POA can be collected by the agent residing in Dubai/UAE from the office of the Dubai notary public.
Online Notarization in Abu Dhabi
A power of attorney can also be notarized online with the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD). The process for online notarization is as follows:
- A duly translated (English and Arabic) copy of the general POA is uploaded along with the identification cards of the principal, agent and the translator. On the portal of the ADJD, the payment can be made on the payment link gateway of ADJD.
- ADJD will verify the identities of the principal and the agent by organizing a video call.
- The digitally signed final copy of the general POA is emailed to the principal / agent.
Option 2: Sign outside UAE to use in UAE
If you are outside the UAE and are unable to use online notarization, you can sign a general POA before a notary public in your country of residence. The POA will be valid for use in the UAE once legalisation process is completed at the following departments:
Government departments in the country of residence
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- UAE Embassy
Government departments in UAE
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Ministry of Justice after Arabic translation
Sign in UAE to Use General POA Outside UAE
If you reside in the UAE and wish to use the POA outside of UAE, a general power of attorney can be signed before a notary public in the UAE. Depending upon the country where the power of attorney will be used, the POA will be attested by the following departments:
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the UAE.
- Embassy/consulate of the country where the power of attorney will be used.
General Power of Attorney for India
If the power of attorney is intended to be signed in the UAE and used in India, then the POA will be signed before the offices of IVS Global. This type of POA is not required to be translated into Arabic.
