The power of attorney is a legal document that helps an individual to appoint another person
who can act on their behalf in legal, financial, or medical matters. Power of attorney Dubai
grants the designated person with the legal authority to make decisions and take actions
instead of the person who has granted them the POA. Power of Attorney is a powerful tool in
UAE and Dubai and can be used in different types of situations.
There are different types of power of attorney that can be granted depending on the
particular requirements of a person. These include:
● General power of attorney: This grants the person or the attorney-in-fact with the
powers to act on behalf of the person granting the poa. the Attorney in fact can take
actions or make decisions related to property finance and legal matters.
● Specific power of attorney: This provides the attorney-in-fact with the power to act on
behalf of the person granting it and they can only make decisions and take actions
regarding particular matters like selling a property or signing a contract.
● Durable Power of Attorney: This POA stays in effect even if the person who grants
the power of attorney has become incapacitated or is not able to make their own
decisions.
● Medical Power of Attorney: This grants the person with the power of attorney, the
power to take medical decisions on behalf of the person granting the Power of
Attorney.
Why do you need a power of attorney in UAE and Dubai?
There are numerous reasons why you need a Power of Attorney UAE. It helps others
manage affairs while you are away. If you are planning to leave the country for an extended
period of time, then you can grant a POA to some trustable person to manage your affairs in
your absence. If you are buying or selling a property in the UAE or Dubai, then you need to
grant a POA to your attorney-in-fact to sign contracts and complete transactions. If you own
a business in UAE and Dubai, then you need to grant a POA to a trusted partner or
employee to conduct business and make decisions on your behalf. If you are unable to make
medical decisions on your own due to emergencies then ensure that someone you trust
makes decisions on your behalf. You can hire a lawyer from Compton Conveyancing for
drafting the legal POA.
