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Power of Attorney for Government Transactions in the UAE
A government transactions power of attorney lets someone complete official procedures for you: residency and visa files, labour matters, municipality, utilities and ministry transactions. We draft it so each department accepts it and arrange the notarization in person or remotely.
- Licensed UAE law firm
- Individuals and companies
- Arabic and English
- From the UAE or abroad
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Preview only: this form does not send requests yet.What is a power of attorney for government transactions?
A power of attorney for government transactions is a notarized document authorising another person to submit applications, sign forms and collect documents with UAE government departments on your behalf, such as residency and immigration, labour, municipality, utilities and ministries.
When you need it
When you need a POA for government departments
These are the most common reasons.
Labour and employment matters
Work permits, contracts and labour file updates.
Municipality and utilities
Permits, connections, transfers and final bills.
Certificates and records
Collect certificates, attestations and official letters.
While you are abroad
Keep official matters moving when you are away.
Company paperwork
A representative handles government files for a business.
Scope
What a government transactions POA can authorise
We list the departments and transactions your representative needs.
- Submit applications and sign forms
- Follow up residency and visa files
- Handle labour and work permit matters
- Deal with municipality permits and requests
- Open, transfer or close utility accounts
- Request certificates and official letters
- Pay fees and collect receipts
- Collect documents and decisions
- Represent you before ministries and departments
Some departments require their own forms or the person concerned in person. We confirm before drafting.
Documents
Documents needed for a government transactions POA
You (the principal)
- Emirates ID or passport
- Residency or file numbers, if any
The attorney
- Emirates ID or passport of the representative
- Their full name exactly as on their ID
For companies
- Trade licence and establishment card
- Authorised signatory's ID
Good to know
- Each department may ask for the original POA
- Some services must be done by the person concerned
How it works
How to get a power of attorney for government transactions
- 01
Tell us the departments
An advocate confirms what each department accepts.
- 02
We draft it in Arabic and English
Departments and transactions listed precisely.
- 03
Sign before the notary
In person, by video call where available, or at a UAE embassy abroad.
- 04
Your representative takes over
They complete the transactions and keep you updated.
Inside the UAE or abroad
Making a government POA from inside the UAE or from abroad
In the UAE
Sign before the notary
Sign before a notary public in person or remotely by video call.
Outside the UAE
Sign where you live
Use remote notarization where allowed, or sign abroad and have the POA attested and translated.
How a POA from abroad worksBefore you sign
Check these before you sign a government POA
- List the departmentsA POA that names the departments is accepted more easily.
- Keep it time-limitedSet a period that covers the transactions you need.
- Check in-person servicesBiometrics and some residency steps need you in person.
- Pick someone reliableYour representative handles personal documents.
- Cancel it when doneRevoke the POA once the transactions are complete. How to cancel a POA
Why Al Kirbi
A government POA prepared by advocates
- Accepted by departmentsWording checked against each department's requirements.
- Legal backupIf a transaction turns into a dispute, the same firm can act.
- Confidential from the first messagePersonal documents are handled under legal professional confidentiality.
Government transactions POA: frequently asked questions
What can a government transactions POA cover?
Applications, forms, follow-ups, fee payments and document collection with the departments it names, such as residency, labour, municipality and utilities.
Can someone renew my residency with a POA?
A representative can handle much of the paperwork, but steps such as biometrics and medical tests need you in person.
Can I make this POA from abroad?
Yes. See power of attorney from abroad.
Is a general POA enough for government departments?
Sometimes, but naming the departments avoids refusals. See general and special POA.
How much does a government POA cost?
Fees depend on the transactions and how it will be notarized. Send your request and we confirm a clear quote before any work starts.
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