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Power of Attorney Services
A power of attorney lets a trusted person or company act for you, whether for property, banking, company matters or government transactions. DocTrust drafts, translates and notarises POAs that UAE authorities accept.
Quick answer
A power of attorney (POA) in the UAE is a notarised document that authorises an agent to act on your behalf. A general POA gives broad powers, while a special POA is limited to specific acts such as selling a property or representing a company. POAs must be notarised in the UAE. A POA signed abroad must be attested by the UAE embassy and MOFA, and translated into Arabic.
General vs special POA
| Type | Scope | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| General POA | Broad authority over affairs or a company | Managing a business while abroad |
| Special POA | Limited to specific actions | Selling property, signing an MOA, a single court case |
Key benefits of Power of Attorney
Clear scope
Drafted so the agent's powers are exact.
Accepted wording
Matches what notaries and authorities expect.
Abroad? No problem
We handle attestation for POAs signed overseas.
Revocation support
We can help cancel a POA when needed.
How the process works
Define powers
We agree exactly what the agent may do.
Draft & translate
Bilingual drafting.
Notarise
In person or remotely in the UAE.
Attest (if abroad)
UAE embassy and MOFA attestation.
Use & register
Register with the relevant authority if required.
Documents usually required
- Passport and Emirates ID of the principal
- Passport and Emirates ID of the agent
- Details of property, company or matter
- Trade licence and MOA (company POAs)
Requirements can vary by authority, nationality and activity. We confirm the exact list for your case before anything is submitted.
Why clients choose DocTrust
Transparent pricing
Every quote separates government fees from our service fee. No surprise add-ons.
Fast turnaround
We prepare, type and submit applications correctly the first time, so files are not rejected and delayed.
One point of contact
One consultant handles your file from the first call until the licence, visa or certificate is in your hands.
All 7 emirates
We are based in Sharjah and work with mainland, free zone and federal authorities across the UAE.
Power of Attorney: common questions
Can I sign a UAE POA from outside the country?
Yes. Sign it before a notary in your country, then have it attested by the UAE embassy and MOFA in the UAE and translated into Arabic.
How do I cancel a POA?
You can revoke a POA by a notarised revocation. The agent and relevant authorities should then be notified.
Speak to a Power of Attorney specialist
Share a few details and a DocTrust consultant will reply with the right approach, a list of documents and a written quote, usually within one business day.
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- Office 03, Ground Floor, Building 1371, Muwaileh Commercial, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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