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Special Power of Attorney

Limit authority to one task — selling a property, attending a court date, or operating a single bank account in the UAE.

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What Is a Special Power of Attorney in the UAE?

A Special Power of Attorney (SPA), also called a Limited Power of Attorney, restricts the agent's authority to clearly defined acts — for example "to sell apartment 1204 in Tower X", or "to represent me in case number Y at the Dubai Courts". Special POAs are preferred when you want maximum control, because the agent cannot act beyond the stated scope.

When to Use a Special POA

Choose a Special Power of Attorney for one-off transactions: selling a specific property, attending a specific court hearing, opening or closing a specific bank account, or signing a single contract. For wide, ongoing authority, a General Power of Attorney is more practical.

How We Help

We draft your Special POA in bilingual English-Arabic with the precise scope you need, provide certified Arabic translation, and arrange notarisation in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman or any emirate. Overseas clients are guided through embassy and MOFA attestation.

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FAQ

Common questions

What is a Power of Attorney in the UAE?

A Power of Attorney (POA), or Wakala in Arabic, is a legal document in which one person (the principal) authorises another (the agent) to act on their behalf in defined legal, financial or administrative matters. To be valid in the UAE, a POA must be in Arabic or bilingual English-Arabic and notarised by an authorised Notary Public.

How long does it take to get a Power of Attorney in the UAE?

If you are in the UAE with valid Emirates ID and passport, a POA can usually be drafted, translated, notarised and ready the same or next working day. POAs prepared overseas take longer because of the attestation chain — typically 1–3 weeks depending on your country.

Does a Power of Attorney need to be in Arabic?

Yes. Any POA used inside the UAE must be in Arabic or bilingual English-Arabic, and the Arabic version is the legally binding text. We provide certified legal translation as part of the drafting service.

How much does a Power of Attorney cost in the UAE?

Cost varies by emirate and POA type. It has three parts: drafting, certified Arabic translation, and the government notary fee. A general POA carries a fixed notary fee, while a property-related POA may be calculated on value. Send us your requirement on WhatsApp for an exact quote.

Can I make a Power of Attorney from abroad without flying to the UAE?

Yes. The POA must be signed before a notary in your country, then attested by your country's foreign affairs ministry, then by the UAE Embassy there, and finally legalised by MOFA in the UAE. We coordinate the entire chain.

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