The task is complete
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Notary & POA services · Dubai, UAE
Cancel a Power of Attorney in the UAE
You can cancel a power of attorney at any time, in most cases, by revoking it through the notary public. We prepare the revocation, arrange the notarization in person or remotely, and help you notify the attorney and the authorities so the old POA cannot be used.
- Licensed UAE law firm
- In the UAE or from abroad
- Arabic and English
- Authorities notified
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Preview only: this form does not send requests yet.How do you cancel a power of attorney in the UAE?
To cancel a power of attorney in the UAE, the principal signs a revocation before the notary public, in person or remotely. The revocation is recorded against the original POA, and the attorney and any authority that holds a copy, such as a bank or land department, should then be notified so the POA is no longer relied on.
When to cancel
When to cancel or revoke a power of attorney
Clients usually cancel a POA in these situations.
You no longer trust the attorney
Stop them acting in your name immediately.
A manager or employee has left
Remove their authority over the company.
You changed lawyers
Revoke the old lawyer's POA when you appoint a new one.
You want different powers
Cancel the old POA and issue a new, narrower one.
You are outside the UAE
Revoke a POA from abroad without travelling.
What we handle
What a POA cancellation involves
Cancelling properly means more than signing one document.
- Identify the POA and its notarization number
- Draft the revocation in Arabic and English
- Arrange notarization in person or remotely
- Record the cancellation against the original POA
- Notify the attorney formally
- Inform banks that hold the POA
- Inform land, vehicle or licensing authorities
- Replace it with a new POA if needed
- Advise if the POA cannot be revoked alone
A POA given in favour of another person's right, for example linked to a sale that has already been paid, may not be revocable by the principal alone. We check this first.
Documents
Documents needed to cancel a power of attorney
You (the principal)
- Emirates ID or passport
- Trade licence and signatory ID for companies
The POA
- A copy of the POA, if you have it
- Its notarization number and date
The attorney
- Their full name
- Contact details for notification
After cancelling
- Notify the attorney in writing
- Inform any bank or authority that holds the POA
- Keep the notarized revocation
How it works
How to cancel a power of attorney in Dubai
- 01
Send us the POA details
A copy or the notarization number. An advocate checks that it can be revoked.
- 02
We prepare the revocation
Arabic and English, matched to the original POA.
- 03
Sign before the notary
In person, remotely by video call, or at a UAE embassy abroad.
- 04
We notify the right people
The attorney and the authorities are informed so the POA stops being used.
Inside the UAE or abroad
Cancelling a POA from inside the UAE or from abroad
In the UAE
Sign before the notary
Sign the revocation before a notary public in person or remotely by video call.
Outside the UAE
Revoke from abroad
Use remote notarization where allowed, or sign at a UAE embassy or local notary and have the revocation attested.
How a POA from abroad worksBefore you cancel
Check these before you cancel a POA
- Act quickly if you suspect misuseRevoke first, then notify. Every day counts.
- Find the original detailsThe notarization number makes the revocation faster.
- Check for third-party rightsSome POAs linked to a completed deal cannot be cancelled alone.
- Tell the institutionsBanks and authorities must know, or they may still accept the old POA.
- Issue a new POA if neededReplace a broad POA with a narrower special one. General vs special POA
Why Al Kirbi
Cancellations handled by advocates
- Done properly the first timeWe match the revocation to the original POA and notify the right parties.
- Action if the POA was misusedIf the attorney acted against you, the same firm can take legal action.
- Confidential from the first messageYour situation is handled under legal professional confidentiality.
Cancelling a power of attorney: frequently asked questions
How do I cancel a power of attorney in Dubai?
You sign a revocation before the notary public, in person or remotely. It is recorded against the original POA, and the attorney and relevant authorities are then notified.
Do I need to tell the attorney that the POA is cancelled?
Yes. You should notify the attorney, and any bank or authority that holds the POA, so it is not relied on.
Can I cancel a UAE power of attorney from abroad?
Yes, by remote notarization where allowed or through a UAE embassy or local notary with attestation. See power of attorney from abroad.
Can every power of attorney be cancelled?
Most can, but a POA given in favour of another person's right may not be revocable by the principal alone. We check this first.
Does a POA end automatically?
It ends at the end of its stated period, on completion of the task it was made for, or on the death of the principal.
How much does it cost to cancel a POA?
Fees depend on the POA and how the revocation is notarized. Send your request and we confirm a clear quote before any work starts.
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