Can I get a property in Dubai registered if the seller is abroad?

Yes — a Dubai property transfer can proceed when the seller is abroad, provided they appoint a representative through a properly executed and attested power of attorney (POA). The Dubai Land Department (DLD) and its trustee offices require valid identity and authority documents, so an overseas seller typically grants a POA to someone in the UAE to sign and complete the transfer on their behalf. For the POA to be accepted, it usually must be notarised and legalised/attested in line with UAE requirements (and translated into Arabic if issued abroad), so it is genuinely recognised by DLD. This protects both sides by ensuring the person signing is properly authorised. Because attestation and translation requirements depend on the country of issue and current DLD rules, confirm the exact steps with DLD or a trustee office before relying on a foreign POA. As a next step, verify the POA's scope, validity and attestation early in the process. You can also compare verified UAE real-estate lawyers on LEXAI to check a power of attorney before transfer.