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Is a 3-year-old POA valid in Dubai?

Hello Experts,

I am in the process of buying a townhouse in Dubai (Mira Oasis). I am a Dubai resident, but I am currently outside of Dubai. Unfortunately, I am unable to travel to Dubai to complete the DLD transaction.

I have given my brother a full power of attorney (POA) in Dubai to carry out all transactions on my behalf, including property transactions. The POA was created three years ago.

Can he carry out the property purchase and registration process on my behalf with a three-year-old POA?

There is no expiry date mentioned on the POA, but I have heard that POAs are generally valid for two years only.

Appreciate your advice!

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Maryam Alyassi Advocates and Legal Consultants
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11 Jun 2023, 09:52

Good day,

Thank you for contacting us!

Feel free to send us an email with your documents and details or give us a call in order to discuss the matter in detail.

Our first consultation is Free-of-Charge.

11 Jun 2023, 09:53

If the POA is issued by Dubai Public Notary, it has no expiry date; it will remain valid till the date you choose to cancel it.

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Amiri Advocates & Legal Consultants
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11 Jun 2023, 13:42

Dear Questioner,

He can make the sale or purchase by the power of attorney if it does not have an expiration date.

Midas Legal Consultants
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12 Jun 2023, 05:08

Dear Questioner,

POA is only valid for 2 years, however, we can certainly help you to make another one,

Please contact me via phone or WhatsApp for more information.

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Mohamed Bakheet Advocates & Legal Consultants
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12 Jun 2023, 08:27

Dear Valued Customer,

Our advice to you is to forget about all of this and do a comprehensive check on this company to know if you are investing in the right place.

There are many companies in the UAE with cancelled projects, and many clients have lost their money.

Rashid Saif Advocates & Legal Consultancy
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12 Jun 2023, 08:46

Hello,

If it is not a limited one, then he can use it.

By the way, can you send me a copy of the POA to review?

For further details, you can call the legal coordinator.

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KHE Legal Consultancy
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13 Jun 2023, 07:30

Normally, the POA has validity only for 2 years. You can extend upon renewal.

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