How to Notarize a Power of Attorney in Dubai
Prepare, translate and ratify a power of attorney through Dubai Courts’ notary service without granting broader powers than intended.
The short answer
Dubai Courts’ power-of-attorney ratification service verifies the parties’ signatures, capacity and understanding of the document. The wording should match the exact authority you intend to grant.
What to do
1. Define the powers narrowly
List the transaction, property, company, case or authority involved and decide whether substitution, sale, receipt of money or cancellation powers are truly needed.
2. Prepare identity and supporting records
Use current identity documents and the evidence tied to the subject. Dubai Courts lists additional documents for certain family and marriage-related powers.
3. Arrange an approved legal translation
Dubai Courts requires a UAE Ministry of Justice–certified legal translation when the document is not in Arabic.
4. Complete notary verification
Use the electronic notary or available service channel and be ready for identity, capacity and consent checks before ratification.
Important: A broad or unclear power of attorney can create serious financial and legal risk; obtain qualified advice for high-value matters.
Official source and review note
Dubai Daily Guide reviewed this article on 7 October 2026 against Dubai Courts — Power of Attorneys Ratification ↗. Check the live service before acting because eligibility, documents, fees and processing steps can change.