You don’t need to be in Dubai to manage a thriving property portfolio. In 2026, the Dubai Land Department (DLD) has fully integrated digital solutions for overseas owners, but the legal document at the heart of it all remains the Power of Attorney (POA).
Types of POA for Property
- Property Management POA: Grants an agent the right to sign leases, collect rent, and manage maintenance. It can have an unlimited duration.
- Sale/Purchase POA: Much stricter. A POA for selling a property is typically valid for only two years and must explicitly state the property details.
The Notarization Process for Expats
If you are outside the UAE, your POA must be:
- Notarized in your country of residence.
- Attested by the UAE Embassy in that country.
- Legalized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE.
- Translated into Arabic by a certified legal translator.
How DY Legal Consultants Will Help
A poorly drafted POA can lead to your agent overstepping their bounds or the DLD rejecting your transactions. DY Legal Consultants provides:
- Professional Drafting: We create Specific POAs that limit your agent’s power only to what is necessary, protecting your assets from misuse.
- Remote Notarization Assistance: We guide you through the latest video-conferencing notarization tools available via Dubai Courts.
Full Representation: Many of our clients appoint DY Legal Consultants as their professional Real Estate Lawyer in Dubai to handle their handovers, snagging, and rent collection, ensuring a licensed legal firm is watching their investment.
