Is notarization and legalization mandatory for an Inheritance POA?

Yes, strictly required. If issued inside the UAE: It must be notarized by a UAE Notary Public (can also be done online). If issued outside the UAE: Must be notarized locally Attested by the UAE Embassy in that country Legalized by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) Translated into Arabicby a certified legal translator in the UAE

Can one POA cover multiple heirs or multiple assets?

Yes, but for it to be valid: Each heir must be clearly named as a principal (if joint POA), or separate POAs must be issued. The attorney’s authority must be clearly defined for each asset or action. Ambiguity may cause the POA to be rejected by courts or authorities.

Does the POA give the attorney decision-making power over how assets are distributed?

No. The attorney cannot decide the share of any heir. Asset distribution follows the inheritance certificate issued by the UAE court or relevant authority. The POA simply authorizes execution of those legal entitlements.

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About Inheritance POAs

An inheritance power of attorney in Dubai, and other emirates in the UAE allows you to authorize an individual to take care of probate proceedings related to the assets that you stand to inherit as a legal heir. This type of POA is essential when you are outside the UAE and want to appoint someone to obtain the probate order and succession certificate for the distribution of assets.

Powers Granted Under an Inheritance POA*

Managing probate proceedings on behalf of the legal heir
Appointing lawyers for representing the legal heir
Obtaining probate order
Obtaining succession certificate
Please note that the list of powers is not exhaustive.

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An easy 3-step process to prepare your inheritance power of attorney in Dubai

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Customized quotation as per your requirements

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Drafting and translation of your POA to Arabic

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Documents Required*

The below-mentioned documents are required for preparing an inheritance power of attorney in Dubai.

Copies of the principal’s passport
Copies of the principal’s residence visa/ Emirates ID (if available)
Copies of the attorney’s passport
Copies of the attorney’s residence visa/ Emirates ID (if available)
Copies of the deceased person’s passport
Copies of the deceased person’s residence visa/ Emirates ID (if available)
Copies of the deceased person’s death certificate
Please note that other relevant documents may be required on a case-by-case basis.

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Your questions answered

Here are answers to the most commonly asked questions about Inheritance POA.

An Inheritance POA is a legal document that authorizes a trusted representative (the attorney-in-fact) to act on behalf of a legal heir in handling inheritance-related procedures—such as claiming movable or immovable assets, attending court, executing estate distribution, or interacting with UAE government entities.

It is commonly required when a legal heir is outside the UAE or is unable to attend to succession-related matters personally. It is especially useful in inheritance proceedings handled by Sharia Courts, civil courts, or the Dubai Courts Inheritance Department.

Yes, but only if the POA authorizes the attorney to deal with real estate matters, including registration, sale, transfer, or management of inherited property. Courts and land departments will reject vague authorizations.

Yes, strictly required.

If issued inside the UAE: It must be notarized by a UAE Notary Public (can also be done online).

If issued outside the UAE:
- Must be notarized locally
- Attested by the UAE Embassy in that country
- Legalized by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)
- Translated into Arabicby a certified legal translator in the UAE