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Defining and Understanding Various Types of the Power of Attorney
Definition:
A Power of Attorney is a legal document that allows one person (the principal) to grant another person (the agent or attorney) the authority to act on their behalf in various legal, financial, healthcare, or personal matters.
Types of Power of Attorney:
General Power of Attorney (GPA): Grants broad authority for various matters.
Limited or Special Power of Attorney: Grants specific powers for a particular purpose or time. For example, a POA specifically to sell a property or vehicle.
Medical or Healthcare Power of Attorney: Authorizes the agent to make healthcare decisions.
Marriage Power of Attorney: In UAE, it is mandatory for bride's father to be present in court for marriage. A marriage POA grants authority for the attorney to act on the father of bride's behalf.
Key Terminology:
Principal: The person granting the power.
Agent or Attorney: The person receiving the authority.
Notary Public: An official who verifies signatures on legal documents.
Required Documents:
Valid Passport copy of both Principal and attorney(s)
Emirates ID (applicable for residents in UAE)
Specific documents for the Property, vehicle, company, etc (if the POA is limited or special)
If any document is issued outside of UAE, then those documents must be attested by Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the issued country, MOFA in UAE, legally translated to Arabic and verified by Ministry of Justice (MOJ) in UAE.
Notarization and Legal Formalities:
A POA must be notarized by an officer from notary public physically or virtually for the document to be valid.
Revocation/Cancellation of POA:
The principal can revoke a POA at any time in UAE using the same process with notary public in UAE.
Legal Advice:
Consult with legal professionals when creating a POA to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.
In Summary, the laws and regulations regarding Powers of Attorney can vary between jurisdictions, so it's essential to consider local requirements when creating and using these documents. Legal consultation ensures that the POA aligns with your specific needs and complies with applicable laws. Please do not hesitate to contact us directly if you would require any further information regarding Power of Attorney, we would be more than happy to assist you.
