A plain guide from the DUNES Power of Attorney team. Last reviewed 4 November 2026.
The cost of a power of attorney in Dubai depends on what the document needs: drafting and typing, notary fees, translation and any attestation. There is no single price. Official fees are only part of the total, so ask for a quote that lists each part.
What makes up the cost of a power of attorney in Dubai?
| Cost item | What it covers | Who sets the price |
|---|---|---|
| Drafting and typing | Wording the powers, typing in Arabic and English, checks against your ID | The provider |
| Notary fee | Signing before a public or private notary | Approved by Dubai’s Executive Council |
| Translation | Certified Arabic or English translation, usually priced by page | The translator or provider |
| MOFAIC attestation | Final UAE attestation for documents coming from or going abroad | MOFAIC: AED 150 personal, AED 2,000 commercial |
| Embassy legalisation | The UAE embassy step for a document signed abroad | The embassy, and it varies by country |
| Courier or handling | Where the signer is abroad | The courier or provider |
| Urgency | A faster route than usual | The provider |
Which official fees can you check?
- MOFAIC attestation: MOFAIC lists AED 150 for personal documents and AED 2,000 for commercial documents, and decides the category when you apply.
- Dubai notary fees: set by Dubai’s Executive Council. Ask the notary for the exact fee before you book.
- Abu Dhabi automated service: Gulf News reported Dh100 per year of validity at launch. Check the current fee.
- DIFC Courts: its published notary fees list AED 200 for an individual POA, AED 500 for a corporate one, and AED 100 and AED 250 to cancel them. DIFC is a separate jurisdiction, so these figures do not apply to onshore Dubai.
Why do two power of attorney documents cost different amounts?
A simple document signed in the UAE for use in the UAE has fewer steps than one signed abroad that must be translated and attested. A document with a long list of powers also takes more time to draft and check than one for a single task.
How do you get a useful quote?
- Say what the document is for. Explain the task, such as a property sale, a bank matter or a company filing, so the quote matches the powers needed.
- Say where it will be signed and used. A document signed abroad or used outside the UAE needs extra translation and attestation steps.
- Say what language you need. Confirm whether you need Arabic, English or both, as translation adds to the cost.
- Ask for a line-by-line quote. Get drafting, notary, translation and attestation priced separately so you can compare.
- Ask about timing. Check what the usual route costs and what a faster route would add.
How can you avoid extra cost?
- Get the wording right the first time, since corrections mean paying for a second notary visit. Check it against the 2026 Civil Transactions Law changes.
- Confirm the receiving office’s requirements before you sign.
- Use one document for related tasks only when it is safe to do so.
- Plan ahead so you do not pay for urgency.
For the notary step, see Notary Public vs Private Notary in Dubai. For an online option, see Can a Power of Attorney Be Done Online in Dubai? Need a quote? See our General Power of Attorney service or send us the details.
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This guide is general information, not legal advice. Requirements change, so check with the office that will receive your document.
Frequently asked questions
Do you publish fixed prices for a power of attorney?
Prices depend on the document and route, so we quote after hearing the details. Contact us for a written quote.
Are government and notary fees included in your quote?
We show them separately so you can see what is ours and what is official.
Is an online power of attorney cheaper?
It can be for set types, but fees differ by service. Compare the total, including any drafting or translation you still need.
Does a longer power of attorney cost more?
Often yes, because a long list of powers takes more time to draft and check, and translation is usually priced by page.
Do I pay for attestation if I sign in the UAE for use in the UAE?
A POA signed in the UAE for use in the UAE normally needs notarisation only. Attestation is added when the document comes from abroad or is used abroad.
Need a power of attorney arranged in Dubai?
Tell us what the POA is for and where you are signing. We will confirm the type, the documents, the timeline and the cost.
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