POA for Inheritance Matters in Dubai

When an Inheritance POA Is Needed

An inheritance POA is required when a person needs representation in estate-related matters in the UAE. This typically arises when a property owner has passed away and the heirs — who may be based abroad — need someone to act on their behalf in Dubai to manage the succession process.

Common scenarios include multiple heirs located in different countries, court proceedings that require in-person representation, and the need to coordinate property transfers or bank account settlements as part of estate execution.

Sharia vs Non-Sharia Context

Succession law in the UAE can follow either Sharia principles or the laws of the deceased’s home country, depending on the circumstances and applicable regulations. This affects the scope of the POA and the type of authority that can be granted.

A POA service provider will help you identify the correct route based on your situation. The drafting must account for whether the matter will be handled through the Dubai Courts, DIFC Courts, or another jurisdiction.

What the Service Covers

An inheritance POA service covers the preparation of a document that authorises the appointed person to represent the heir or heirs in estate-related proceedings. This can include court representation, property transfer execution, and bank account settlement.

The scope must be carefully defined to cover all required actions without granting unnecessary authority. This is especially important in inheritance cases where multiple parties and assets are involved.

If circumstances change, you may need to cancel the authority. See our guide on revoking a POA.

For overseas-based heirs, our page on POA services for overseas property owners covers the remote execution options available.