Question 1

Q-1. What is the main reason to get a General Manager POA?

Accepted Answer

A General Manager POA authorizes your GM to legally represent the company in operational, financial, and legal matters, like signing contracts, opening bank accounts, or dealing with authorities, especially useful when the owner is not present or resides outside the UAE.

Question 2

Q-2. Is a General Manager POA different from other POAs?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A General Manager POA is business-specific and gives your GM the authority to act on behalf of the company. Other POAs may be limited to personal matters or one-time authorizations, whereas a GM POA covers ongoing managerial responsibilities.

Question 3

Q-3. Do I need to translate a General Manager POA into Arabic?

Accepted Answer

Yes, translation is mandatory. The UAE authorities and banks require either the original POA in Arabic or an officially certified Arabic translation from a sworn translator to consider the document legally valid for company operations.

Question 4

Q-4. What official papers do I need to make a General Manager POA?

Accepted Answer

To issue a GM POA, you need:

Trade License
Memorandum of Association (MoA)
Board Resolution approving the POA
Emirates ID/passport copies of both the owner and the GM

These documents ensure legal backing for the authority granted.

Question 5

Q-5. How much does a General Manager Power of Attorney cost?

Accepted Answer

The total cost depends on various factors:

Drafting: AED 300–700
Legal Translation: AED 100–400
Notarization: AED 100–200
International Attestation (if applicable)

Overall, it typically ranges between AED 500 to AED 2,000+.

Question 6

Q-6. Can I stop a General Manager POA after I make it?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can revoke it anytime. You'll need to prepare a cancellation notice, notarize it, and notify your GM and all involved parties (banks, government authorities). This protects your company from unauthorized actions by the former GM.

Question 7

Q-7. How long does a General Manager POA last?

Accepted Answer

A General Manager POA usually remains valid indefinitely unless an expiration date is mentioned. It automatically ends if revoked, or if the principal or GM dies, resigns, or becomes legally incapacitated. Always monitor its use and validity.

Question 8

Q-8. What is verification of General Manager Power of Attorney?

Accepted Answer

Verification means that the bank or authority checks whether the POA is genuine, notarized, still valid, and issued by the rightful authority. It confirms the GM’s legal power to act on behalf of the company before any transaction.

Question 9

Q-9. Can a General Manager POA be used to open a corporate bank account in the UAE?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a GM POA can be used to open a business bank account, only if it explicitly includes banking powers. The POA must be notarized and, if applicable, translated into Arabic. Some banks may also request board resolutions or in-person verification from the company owner.

Question 10

Q-10. Does the General Manager POA need to be attested if issued outside the UAE?

Accepted Answer

Yes, If the GM POA is issued outside the UAE, it must go through attestation from:

The UAE embassy in the issuing country
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)
And then be legally translated into Arabic.

Only then is it considered valid for use within the UAE.

General Manager Power of Attorney (POA) in UAE

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