Two of the most common personal matters we handle — a vehicle transfer and an inheritance — share a lesson: a broad General POA usually isn't enough. High-stakes, specific acts need a Special POA worded for the purpose. Here is what each involves.
Vehicle POA
A vehicle POA authorizes someone you appoint to buy, sell, transfer or register a vehicle for you — typically at the RTA. It is focused on that one purpose, so the authority is clear and the transfer is accepted without friction.
⚠ Confirm:RTA acceptance and the precise wording for a vehicle sale/transfer POA should be confirmed against current RTA requirements before relying on a specific document.
Inheritance POA
An inheritance POA lets an agent manage and distribute an estate and represent the heirs before the UAE authorities. It is a sensitive, document-heavy matter — names must match official records exactly, and supporting documents are often required.
- Names and relationships must match passports and official records precisely.
- Supporting documents (such as attested certificates) are commonly required and may need legalization if issued abroad.
- The powers granted should be worded to the estate process, not left vague.
⚠ Confirm:Inheritance and estate matters can intersect with succession rules that differ by case. Confirm the required documents and the appropriate forum before preparing the POA.
The common thread
For both, we identify the exact document your matter needs, prepare and translate it, and have you approve the full draft before a licensed Dubai Notary Public notarizes it. You appoint the person you trust to act — we make sure the document gives them precisely the authority required, and no more.
This guide is general information, not legal advice. We prepare and manage your POA; a licensed Dubai Notary Public notarizes it; you appoint the attorney you trust. We are a specialist documents service, not a law firm.
