Power of Attorney for
Dubai Property Sale

If you own Dubai property and live abroad, a Power of Attorney (POA) is the legal instrument that makes a remote sale possible. It authorises a trusted person — your agent, lawyer, or family member in Dubai — to sign legal documents and complete the transaction on your behalf.

What Type of POA Does DLD Require?

As of 2026, the Dubai Land Department requires a specific POA that explicitly authorises the sale of real estate. Key requirements:

• Must explicitly state "Sale of Real Estate" — general POAs are not accepted
• Should ideally reference the specific property by address, unit number, and Title Deed number
• Must be notarised and attested as per UAE requirements
• Must include full details of the POA holder (the person authorised to act)
• Valid for 2 years from the date of issuance

How to Get a UAE POA From Abroad

Option 1: UAE Notary via Video Call (Recommended)

1. Your Dubai agent arranges a video appointment with a UAE Notary Public
2. You connect via video call from anywhere in the world
3. Present your original passport to the camera
4. The POA document (pre-prepared by the Notary) is read and agreed
5. The Notary registers and attests the POA digitally
6. Your POA holder receives the attested document

Cost: AED 1,500–2,500 | Timeline: 2–5 business days

Option 2: UAE Embassy / Consulate in Your Country

1. Draft the POA document (your agent or a UAE lawyer can prepare this)
2. Visit the UAE Embassy or Consulate in your country with your passport
3. The consulate notarises the POA
4. Send the original attested POA to your Dubai representative

Cost: Varies by country | Timeline: 1–2 weeks

Option 3: Local Notary + Apostille + UAE Embassy Attestation

Execute POA before a local notary in your country → get an apostille → send to UAE Embassy for final attestation → send original to Dubai. This is the slowest route (3–4 weeks) but well-established for countries without UAE Embassy/Consulate video services.

Who Should Be Your POA Holder?

Your POA holder is the person authorised to sign on your behalf in Dubai. This is typically:

• Your RERA-licensed agent (most common and practical)
• A trusted family member or friend based in Dubai
• A UAE-registered lawyer

The POA holder does not gain any ownership rights — they can only perform the specific actions listed in the POA document.

Revoking a POA

A POA can be revoked at any time by notifying the UAE Notary who issued it. Once revoked, it is immediately invalid for any further use. Always keep a copy of your POA and confirm with your Dubai agent when it has been used and for what purpose.