Notary Public Services UAE Guidance
Government authorityNotary Public (judicial departments / online notary services)
Estimated timelineOften same day once drafted
A power of attorney with a vague scope, a declaration missing a required phrase — notary documents fail on drafting, not on stamping. We prepare the draft correctly, arrange the Arabic legal translation, and guide you through the notarisation session (in person or online).
Official source: Always confirm the latest requirements on the official website: u.ae.
Who needs this service
- Individuals issuing powers of attorney (property, vehicles, court, general)
- Companies authorising signatories or representatives
- People needing declarations and acknowledgments for government files
- Anyone preparing documents for use abroad (with attestation afterwards)
Documents usually required
- Emirates ID/passport of all parties
- Draft or description of the intended powers/statement
- Trade licence and signatory proof for corporate documents
Step-by-step process
- We confirm the correct document type for your goal
- Drafting in the required bilingual format
- Booking the notary session (online where available)
- Execution and delivery of the notarised document
- Attestation guidance if the document travels abroad
Government authority involved
The notary public under the judicial department of the relevant emirate.
Estimated timeline
Once the draft is ready, notarisation is often completed the same day.
Common mistakes
- POA scope too narrow to actually do the task — or dangerously broad
- Names and licence details not matching official records
- Skipping translation requirements for foreign-language drafts
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Pricing note: Service fees are confirmed after reviewing your case. Government fees are separate and paid to the authority.
Frequently asked questions
What does the UAE notary public do?
The notary authenticates legal documents — powers of attorney, declarations, acknowledgments, memorandums — making them officially enforceable.
Can notarisation be done online?
Many emirates offer remote/online notary sessions by video, which we can help you prepare for and book.
Do documents need to be in Arabic?
Notary documents are generally executed in Arabic; bilingual formats are common. Legal translation is arranged when your draft is in English.
What is needed for a power of attorney?
The principal's Emirates ID/passport, the attorney's details, and a clearly drafted scope of powers. Drafting the scope correctly is the important part.
Can a company issue a POA?
Yes, with the trade licence and the signatory's authority documents. Corporate POAs need careful drafting to match the licence details.
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