Standard
In-person notarizationDrafting only
AED499
- Bilingual draft in English and Arabic
- Ready within 1 working day
- Specialist review before you sign
*A government fee of AED 167 is paid at the notary office when you sign.
Business POA
Company Formation Power of Attorney (POA) in Dubai, UAE
Appoint someone to take care of every step of forming your company in Dubai or anywhere in the UAE, from reserving the trade name to collecting the licence.
- Clear, upfront pricing
- English and Arabic
- Guided from start to finish
Business POA
About Company Formation POA
A company formation POA names a person to handle all the procedures involved in setting up your company in Dubai or elsewhere in the UAE. It is typically needed when a shareholder is outside the country and wants someone to sign the formation documents for them.
Your attorney can sign the MoA and AoA, file the applications and deal with the licensing authority and utility service providers, while you focus on your plans.
Mainland and free zone authorities each have their own rules on format and content, so we draft the POA for the authority you are working with.
Powers you can assign
- Reserve the trade name
- Sign the MoA, AoA and other formation documents
- File applications and obtain initial approvals
- Represent you before the licensing authority
- Deal with utility service providers
- Lease office space if required
- Open the establishment card
- Collect the trade licence
- Apply for investor visas after formation
Transparent pricing
Plans made to suit
your needs.
Simple, upfront pricing with no surprises. Choose the level of support that works for you.
Most popular
Gold
Online notarizationOnline notarization for UAE residents
AED1,299
- Bilingual draft in English and Arabic
- Online notarization arranged for you
- For 1 UAE-resident principal and 1 attorney
- Includes 1 asset (specific POAs only)
- Unlimited revisions and advice until your POA is final
Elite
Online notarizationOnline notarization for non-residents
AED1,599
- Bilingual draft in English and Arabic
- Online notarization arranged for you
- For 1 non-resident principal and 1 attorney
- Includes 1 asset (specific POAs only)
- Unlimited revisions and advice until your POA is final
Prices shown are indicative and subject to confirmation. VAT and any government, notary or court fees are set out in your quote.
Terms and conditions
- Payment is made in full before work begins.
- 5% VAT applies to all fees.
- Paying through an online payment link adds a 3% admin fee.
- Each additional principal costs AED 350.
- Each additional asset costs AED 350.
- Principals and attorneys must generally be at least 18 years old and have legal capacity; additional requirements may apply depending on the transaction.
Prices apply to standard POAs. Complex cases, extra parties and attestation of documents signed abroad are quoted separately.
How it works
From first call to
final signature.
A simple three-step process to get your POA ready in Dubai. We take care of the details so you can move forward with peace of mind.
- Step 1
Tell us what you need
Share your requirements and receive a tailored quotation.
- Step 2
We draft and translate
Your document is prepared in English and translated into Arabic.
- Step 3
Notarize with ease
We guide you through in-person or secure online notarization.
Company Formation POA
Documents required
Requirements can vary by case. We confirm the exact list before drafting.
- Passport copy of the principal
- Residence visa or Emirates ID copy of the principal, if available
- Passport copy of the attorney
- Residence visa or Emirates ID copy of the attorney, if available
- Proposed company name and business activity
Let’s get started
Your POA.
Handled.
Skip the trips to legal offices: arrange your POA from home, fully online and for a fraction of the usual cost. Tell us what you need and we’ll reply within minutes.
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Government departments
Prepared for the
authorities that matter.
We can help you with procedures at the following government departments, and we draft every document with their requirements in mind.
Company Formation POA
Your questions,
answered.
What is a company formation POA?
It is a legal document that lets someone act for a business owner or shareholder and complete all the formalities of forming a company in Dubai.
Who usually issues a company formation POA?
Foreign investors, non-resident shareholders and business owners who cannot come to the UAE in person often give one to a business setup provider or another representative they trust. That person can then complete the setup without you having to visit.
What can the attorney do under this POA?
It can allow them to reserve the trade name, sign the incorporation documents, lease an office, apply for the licence, open the establishment card and collect the licence once it is issued. Post-formation tasks, such as investor visa applications, can be included too.
Can the POA include opening a corporate bank account?
Yes, as long as that power is stated clearly. Even so, the ultimate beneficial owner (UBO) usually has to attend in person, as most banks in the UAE need this for compliance and KYC checks.
Can I use a general POA for company formation?
Usually not. Licensing authorities may reject a general POA, so the document has to set out the specific powers needed for the business setup.
Does a company formation POA require attestation?
Yes. A POA issued in the UAE needs local notarization. If you sign it abroad, it has to be notarized in your home country, legalized at the UAE Embassy there and then attested by MOFA, the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. You will also need a certified Arabic translation if it is not already in Arabic.
Can one POA be used for both mainland and free zone companies?
Not always. Each authority, such as the DED for mainland companies or the relevant free zone authority, has its own requirements for format and content. A POA prepared for one may not be accepted by another unless it is tailored to it.
Can I revoke the POA once the company is set up?
Yes. You can revoke it at any time with a notarized revocation document. Tell the attorney and every relevant government department or authority, so the POA cannot continue to be used.
Does each shareholder need to sign?
Usually each shareholder gives a POA, or all shareholders sign one document together.