POA Services for Overseas Property Owners

The Practical Problem

If you own property in Dubai but live abroad, many transactions require attendance at the Dubai Land Department or a trustee office. A power of attorney allows you to appoint someone in Dubai to handle these matters without you travelling.

This page covers the specific considerations that apply when the POA is being arranged from outside the UAE — remote notarisation, identity verification, and practical acceptance expectations.

E-Notarisation for Overseas Owners

The UAE’s e-notarisation system allows POAs to be notarised via video call with a UAE notary. This means an overseas property owner can get a POA notarised without visiting an embassy or consulate in most cases.

However, e-notarisation is a route, not a guarantee. Eligibility depends on the specific notary, the type of POA, and the principal’s documentation. Your service provider should confirm the available route before you commit.

What You Can Delegate

With a correctly drafted POA, an overseas owner can delegate: property sale, purchase completion, handover attendance, mortgage release, or gift transfer. Each action may require a different scope. The service provider confirms the correct structure based on your situation.

Common Concerns

Is it safe? A properly drafted POA limits authority to the actions you define. The appointed person cannot act beyond the scope of the document.

What if I want to revoke? You can revoke a POA at any time by issuing a notarised revocation document.

Will the receiving authority accept it? Acceptance depends on the quality of the drafting and whether the scope matches the intended action. A well-drafted POA is less likely to face questions, but institutional discretion applies.