Power of Attorney Attestation in Dubai – MOFA & Embassy Certified

POA attestation is required for any POA used in official transactions with UAE authorities, including property transfers, court representation, visa applications, and business authorisations. Foreign-issued POAs must be legalised by the issuing country, attested by the UAE embassy abroad, and finalised by the MOFA in the UAE. Locally issued POAs must be notarised in Dubai and attested by MOFA if used internationally. Unattested POAs are not legally valid before UAE courts, notaries, or public entities.

The MOFA power of attorney attestation takes 2 to 3 working days after all required documents have been submitted and verified. The timeframe may vary depending on the origin of the POA, prior legalisation status, and embassy involvement if applicable. EGSH ensures that all submissions meet MOFA requirements to avoid rejections or processing delays.

The official fees for a power of attorney attestation in Dubai vary depending on the type and origin of the document: — MOFA attestation fee: AED 150 for personal POAs; AED 2,000 for commercial POAs — Embassy attestation fee: Depends on the issuing country and the embassy involved — Notary public fee (if applicable): Based on the POA type and notarisation channel — Certified translation fee: Applicable if the POA is not in Arabic Additional service or courier charges may apply. EGSH provides a full fee breakdown before processing and ensures compliance with all payment protocols set by MOFA, embassies, and local authorities.

To legalise a power of attorney in the UAE, the following documents are required: For individuals: — Original Power of Attorney — A passport copy of both the principal and the attorney — Prior legalisation from the issuing country (if applicable) — Certified Arabic translation (if POA is not in Arabic) For companies: — Original Power of Attorney — Valid trade licence copy — Passport or Emirates ID of the authorised signatory — Board resolution or authorisation letter — Legalised and translated copy, if issued abroad Optional (based on use case): — Title deed (for property-related POAs) — Vehicle registration (for vehicle-related POAs) — Court reference (for judicial POAs) All documents must comply with the UAE notarial and MOFA attestation requirements. EGSH assists in identifying the exact documentation required based on the type and origin of the POA.

For a Power of Attorney to be accepted by Dubai Courts, it must meet the following requirements: — Drafting format: The POA must specify the authorised powers, including any rights to represent, sign, sell, or manage assets. Vague or general language may be rejected. — Language: The document must be in Arabic or accompanied by a certified Arabic legal translation. — Notarisation: Locally issued POAs must be notarised by a Dubai Notary Public or through approved e-notary platforms. Foreign-issued POAs require full legalisation through the issuing country’s authorities, the UAE embassy, and the MOFA UAE. — Authentication: The POA must bear a valid MOFA attestation stamp. — Identity documents: Copies of both the principal’s and the attorney’s passports or Emirates IDs must be provided. For property-related POAs, the document must explicitly authorise actions such as property sale, registration, or management, and may also require submission of a copy of the title deed. Dubai Courts apply strict formal and procedural rules. EGSH ensures full compliance with Dubai power of attorney requirements for court-related matters.