What can a UAE expatriate do with assets and properties in case of deportation?

Dear Questioner,

If you fear something like this, then the best option is to give power of attorney to someone so that he can transfer or sell the property.

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Dear Sir/ Madam,

Thank you for reaching out to me on this.

I understand your concern and appreciate that you would take precautionary steps to secure your assets in the UAE.

You may hold assets like house, bank accounts, shares in a company... etc in the UAE. If you are deported from the UAE, you can issue a Special Power of Attorney from your home country to a person in the UAE who will have the power to withdraw money or sell the shares/ house on your behalf.

You will have to note that this person can also take the money on your behalf so the person you give power to should be someone trusted and within your close circle.

Giving a Power of Attorney from the home country goes through a series of stamping and attestation which could add to costs.

Instead, if you are in UAE, you may consider preparing a Power of Attorney giving powers to another person to deal with the assets like an owner.

If you wish to prepare a Power of Attorney or get more information on the above, you may reach out to me directly on the email or phone.

Regards,

Hari Wadhwana

Dear Questioner,

Appointing an attorney will be your option in case you were deported.

In addition, if you are a non-Muslim you should be considering drafting and registering a Will in the UAE for your assets.

Otherwise, the inheritance will be distributed as per Sharia Law, regardless of religion or the home country inheritance laws.

Contact me on the phone if you wish to draft a POA or a will.

Good Luck.