Get a Business Power of Attorney
A business power of attorney lets a trusted representative sign contracts, manage licenses, and deal with government departments on your company’s behalf. Momentum drafts, translates, and notarizes corporate POAs.
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Power of Attorney Legal Services in the UAE
Momentum handles the full scope of power of attorney legal services in the UAE, from drafting to notarization. Every business POA we prepare is built around UAE law and the specific authority you want to grant.Our business POA drafting services cover the full range of corporate needs, whether you are appointing a manager, buying shares, or setting up a new entity. Each corporate power of attorney is worded to match exactly what you want your representative to do. We work with shareholders, directors, and company owners who need a representative to act on their behalf. This includes signing on company bank accounts, managing trade licenses, or representing the business in front of free zone and mainland authorities.Our team also handles corporate POA notarization, so the document is legally recognized the moment it is needed. You get a POA that authorities, banks, and courts in the UAE will accept without delay.
Types of Business Powers of Attorney
There are six types of business powers of attorney: company POA, company formation POA, share purchase POA, share sale POA, general manager POA, and litigation POA. Business POAs cover different areas of company operations, and the type you need depends on what you want your representative to do.
Company Power of Attorney
This grants authority to act on behalf of the company in daily operations, contracts, and financial matters. It also covers representing the company before government authorities.
Company Formation Power of Attorney
This type of POA allows someone to set up a business for you. It authorizes an agent to reserve a trade name, prepare incorporation paperwork, and register the company with the relevant authority.
Share Purchase Power of Attorney
This lets an agent buy shares on your behalf. It covers signing purchase agreements and completing the formalities required to transfer ownership.
Share Sale Power of Attorney
This type of power of attorney allows an agent to negotiate and execute a sale agreement and complete the legal steps to transfer your shares to a buyer.
General Manager Power of Attorney
This grants authority to act as general manager or on behalf of one. It covers running daily operations, signing agreements, and representing the company externally.
Litigation Power of Attorney
This authorizes an agent to represent the company in legal matters. It includes appointing lawyers, filing pleadings, attending hearings, and managing disputes.
Cost of a Business POA
A business POA in the UAE costs between AED 500 and AED 1,800. The final cost depends on the type of POA, the notarizing authority, and whether the POA needs to be used outside the UAE.
The costs can be broken down into:
- Drafting & translation: AED 300 - AED 800
- Notarization: AED 100 - AED 600
Notiarization through a public notary like the Ministry of Justice or the Dubai Courts costs AED 100 – AED 150, and can be done online or in-person. Private notarization through a law costs around AED 300 – AED 400.
Steps for Business POA Registration in the UAE
A business POA registration in the UAE follows three steps: drafting the power of attorney, translating it into Arabic, and notarizing it with the relevant authority.
Momentum handles the entire process for our clients. These are the steps to get a business POA:
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Drafting
The POA draft is prepared according to your requirements. It will name the power you wish to grant and who will carry out your wishes.
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Translation
Once you approve the draft, we translate it into Arabic. UAE authorities require Arabic or bilingual documentation for legal recognition.
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Notarization
We coordinate notarization with the relevant UAE authority. Once notarized, the POA is legally valid and ready to use.
Documents Required for a Business POA in the UAE
A business POA in the UAE requires company documents, shareholder identification, and a clear draft of the powers being granted. These are the documents you need to get a business POA:
- Valid trade license copy
- Memorandum of Association (MOA) or company incorporation documents
- Passport and Emirates ID (if applicable) of the shareholder or authorized signatory
- Board resolution, if the POA is issued by a company rather than an individual
- Passport copy of the appointed agent
- Arabic translation, if the original document is in another language
Get a Power of Attorney With Momentum
Momentum is one of the best POA service providers in the UAE for business owners who need things done right the first time. We handle drafting, translation, and notarization. Our team knows what free zone authorities, mainland departments, and banks expect from a corporate POA. Contact us for a free consultation!
Frequently Asked Questions
A business POA in Dubai usually costs between AED 500 and AED 1,800. This includes AED 300 to AED 800 for bilingual drafting and translation, and AED 100 to AED 600 for notarization, which is cheaper through Dubai Courts or the MOJ (around AED 100 to AED 150) than through a private law firm (AED 300 to AED 400).
A POA stays valid until it is revoked, expires under its own terms, or the principal ceases to exist as a legal entity. Some business POAs are issued for one transaction and expire once that task is complete.
A business POA in the UAE takes 1 to 5 working days on average, from drafting to notarization. Certain POA service providers offer a fast-tracked option to get your POA within a single day.
A POA can be drafted in English, but UAE authorities require an Arabic translation for it to be legally recognized. Most businesses use a bilingual document.
