POA Coordination — Drafted by Lawyer & Notarized in the UAE
End-to-end coordination for Powers of Attorney in the UAE: lawyer drafting, notary processing, translation and attestation guidance for individuals and businesses.
Overview
We coordinate the full POA process for individuals and companies across the UAE, with options for a licensed lawyer to draft the document or for notarization by a UAE notary public. We ensure the POA language clearly defines the agent’s authority and complies with local formalities. Our service includes an initial review of your needs, preparation of a draft by a licensed lawyer or notary, arranging review and signature appointments, Arabic translation if required, and guidance on notarization and MOFA/embassy attestation where applicable. We also handle submission coordination with banks, government departments or registries when needed. We work with licensed UAE lawyers and notaries to reduce formal errors, tailor POA scope (real estate, banking, corporate matters, personal affairs), and provide clear instructions for revocation or amendment. For corporate POAs we can coordinate company resolutions and signatory verification. Typical turnaround times depend on complexity and attestation needs; straightforward local POAs are often completed within a few days while documents requiring translation, MOFA or embassy legalization take longer. We’ll outline estimated timelines and fees up front and coordinate each step to keep your matter moving.
What to prepare
- Copy of principal's passport (and visa page if applicable)
- Copy of principal's Emirates ID (if resident)
- Copy of agent's passport and contact details
- Clear instructions on POA scope and any limitations
- Company trade license and board resolution (for corporate POA)
- Specimen signature or signed instruction letter
How the process works
- Initial consultation to confirm scope and choose lawyer or notary draft
- Collect required documents and principal/agent identification
- Lawyer/notary prepares draft and client reviews/approves
- Schedule signing appointment and arrange Arabic translation if needed
- Notarization and coordination of MOFA/embassy attestation or registration
Why clients choose AL SAHRAA
- Admin-reviewed quotations before you proceed.
- Document coordination and progress tracking in one portal.
- Support for business, compliance, visa, insurance, and IT-related requests.
- Clear request history, updates, and delivery follow-up.
Frequently asked questions
Who should use a lawyer-drafted POA versus a standard template?
Use a lawyer-drafted POA when matters are complex (real estate, high-value banking, corporate transactions) or when you need jurisdiction-specific wording; templates may suffice for simple, limited authorizations.
Can a UAE-notarized POA be used overseas?
Often yes, but many countries require MOFA attestation and embassy/legalization. We advise on the exact attestation steps for the destination country.
How long does the POA process take?
Simple local POAs can be completed in a few days. If translation, MOFA attestation or embassy legalization is required, the timeline may extend to several days or weeks depending on authorities.
What if I need a corporate POA?
Corporate POAs require company documents and an authorized board resolution. We coordinate collection of trade license, shareholder/board approvals and signatory verification.
Can I revoke a POA once issued?
Yes. Revocation usually requires a signed revocation document, notification to relevant parties and, for notarized POAs, re-notarization or public filing. We can prepare and coordinate revocation steps.
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