Do you own property in the UAE but cannot manage all its details yourself?
Perhaps you live outside the country, are busy with work, or simply want peace of mind.

This is where a Property Management Power of Attorney (POA) becomes essential.
It allows you to authorize a trusted person or entity to manage your property on your behalf—from collecting rent to signing tenancy contracts and overseeing maintenance.

In this guide, we explain everything you need to know about this POA: what it is, the agent’s responsibilities, the difference between it and a general POA, how to issue it electronically, required documents, validity, cost, and more.

Contact us now to get accurate drafting and notarization of all your POA documents by our licensed Private Notary Office.

What Is a Property Management Power of Attorney in the UAE?

A Property Management POA is a legal document that allows a property owner to authorize another person or entity to manage the property on their behalf.

The duration and cost of issuing this POA are typically determined by the owner within the document.

If you cannot follow up on your property daily, this POA ensures everything is handled smoothly and legally.

What Are the Agent’s Responsibilities Under a Property Management POA?

Depending on the text of the POA, the agent’s responsibilities may include:

• Collecting rent and receiving payments
  
• Signing, renewing, or terminating tenancy contracts
  
• Carrying out maintenance, hiring maintenance companies, and following up on utility services
  
• Handling key handover, inspection, and property condition reports
  
• Representing the owner before government authorities such as Land Departments or Rental Departments
  

Important: The agent’s authority depends entirely on the wording of the POA.
Any action outside the authorized scope—such as selling the property—requires a separate, explicit POA.

Difference Between a Property Management POA and a General POA

Electronic Issuance of Property Management POA in the UAE

The UAE allows issuing this POA digitally through the Ministry of Justice e-notary platform—whether the owner is inside or outside the UAE—with full legal validity.

You can also issue it through our Private Notary Office:

• Email us at: info@privatenotarydubai.ae
  
• Our team drafts the POA text and sends it to the owner for review
  
• Once approved, a notary appointment is scheduled
  
• A video call is conducted to verify the owner’s identity and confirm understanding of the POA content
  
• The owner signs electronically during the session, and the notary signs in the same meeting
  
• The official notarized POA (PDF with e-signature and e-stamp) is sent to the owner’s email
  
• The POA becomes legally enforceable immediately

Required Documents for Issuing a Property Management POA

Typically required documents include:

• Owner’s passport + Emirates ID
  
• Property ownership document (title deed)
  
• Agent information (passport, Emirates ID, contact details)
  
• POA text in Arabic or bilingual (Arabic–English)
  
• If issued abroad: UAE embassy attestation + legal translation
  
• Additional documents may be required depending on the property type or emirate

Tips to Protect Property Owners When Issuing a Management POA

To ensure safe and secure delegation:

• Clearly define the agent’s powers in the POA
  
• Use a clear, written, bilingual format (Arabic + English)
  
• Request monthly management reports from the agent
  
• Ensure notarization via the Ministry of Justice or an authorized notary
  
• Choose a trusted individual or a licensed property management company

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is a Property Management POA in the UAE?

It is a legal document that authorizes a person or entity to manage a property on behalf of the owner, including rent collection, maintenance follow-up, and signing tenancy agreements.

2. What are the agent’s duties under this POA?

Rent collection, handling maintenance, signing or renewing leases, and representing the owner before real estate authorities.

3. Can the POA be issued electronically?

Yes, through the Ministry of Justice e-notary system and smart government service centers in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

4. What documents are needed to issue this POA?

Emirates ID or passport, property details, agent information, and title deed.

5. Can a foreign investor issue a Property Management POA?

Yes. They may issue it inside the UAE or abroad through UAE embassies, followed by required attestations to make the POA valid inside the UAE.

Conclusion

A Property Management POA in the UAE is a smart legal solution for any property owner who needs someone to manage the property on their behalf.
It provides peace of mind, and with clear authority, a trusted agent, and the UAE’s advanced digital notarization system, managing any property becomes simple, secure, and highly efficient.

Ensure your POA is legally accurate—contact Private Notary Dubai for immediate and professional assistance.