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    Power of Attorney Requirements in Saudi Arabia

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    If you need someone to handle a transaction on your behalf selling property, managing a bank account, or representing your company you’ll need a Power of Attorney (POA). But before you can issue one, you need to know exactly what Saudi law requires: who qualifies, what information is needed, and how the process actually works.

    This guide walks through the current Power of Attorney requirements in Saudi Arabia, based on the Ministry of Justice’s official Najiz platform, so you know exactly what to expect before you start.

    What Is a Power of Attorney in Saudi Arabia?

    A Power of Attorney (وكالة) is a legal document in which one person the principal authorizes another person, the agent, to act on their behalf in specified matters. In Saudi Arabia, POAs are issued and managed through the Ministry of Justice, either fully electronically through the Najiz platform or, in certain cases, through a notary public.

    Who Needs a Power of Attorney?

    Requirements to Issue a Power of Attorney

    According to the Ministry of Justice’s official e-service requirements for issuing a Power of Attorney through Najiz, the person issuing the POA (the principal) must meet the following conditions:

    • Be a Saudi national or a resident holding a valid identification document moj
    • Be 18 years of age or older moj
    • Possess full legal capacity moj
    • Have an active National Single Sign-On account moj

    If the POA is being issued on behalf of a business, the user needs an active account on the Najiz Business portal, and must either be the owner of the sole proprietorship or hold the requisite authority within the company to issue a power of attorney. moj

    Documents Needed

    One notable point: for the standard electronic Power of Attorney service, no separate documents need to be submitted identity is verified directly through the principal’s and agent’s national ID or residency data during login. What you will need on hand is the national ID or Iqama number and date of birth for everyone involved in the POA. MoJ

    If your case involves an identity document type or legal entity that Najiz cannot process automatically, or if a POA needs to be registered from an external source (such as one issued abroad), it is instead completed through the Virtual Notary Service, following a similar process of entering the parties’ details and terms before the notary finalizes it.

    How to Issue a Power of Attorney (Step by Step)

    The Ministry of Justice’s official steps for issuing a Power of Attorney through Najiz are: 

    1. Log in to the Najiz platform using your National Single Sign-On credentials.
    2. Select “All Electronic Services.”
    3. Choose “Powers of Attorney and Declarations.”
    4. Access the “Issue Power of Attorney” service.
    5. Click “File New Application.”
    6. Enter the required details for the principal and agent(s).
    7. Select the terms of the power of attorney.
    8. Select the duration of the power of attorney.
    9. Click “Approve.”
    10. You’ll receive an SMS notification once the POA is issued.

    The process is fully electronic  it does not require printing, stamping, or an in-person signature, and does not require visiting a notary public.

    Important Things to Know

    A few details often catch people off guard:

    • Duration limit: an electronic power of attorney cannot exceed one year in duration. 
    • Cost: the standard e-POA service through Najiz carries no service fee. 
    • Expired ID: if the principal’s identity document has expired, the power of attorney is limited to matters under “Claims and Courts.” 
    • Age 65 and older: individuals over 65 issuing a power of attorney for the first time must do so through the Virtual Notary Public or a private notary; later POAs can be issued electronically. 
    • Automatic revocation: the power of attorney is automatically revoked upon the death of any party, through data integration with the Ministry of Interior. 
    • Multiple principals: if more than one person is granting the same POA jointly, the number of principals must be between 2 and 50, and every principal must authenticate the request by accepting or rejecting it within 48 hours of submission. 
    • Elderly, ill, or special-needs applicants: these cases are handled through the Mobile Notary Service rather than the standard online flow.

    It’s also worth distinguishing between a General Power of Attorney, which grants broad authority over financial, legal, and business matters, and a Special (or limited) Power of Attorney, which restricts the agent’s authority to specific, listed tasks. Choosing the right scope matters an overly broad POA can create risk, while one that’s too narrow may not cover what you actually need done.

    If you’re a Saudi resident or expat trying to have a POA issued outside Saudi Arabia for example, through an embassy or need a foreign POA legalized for use inside the Kingdom, that process differs from the domestic e-POA flow described above and deserves its own explanation.

    Conclusion

    Issuing a Power of Attorney in Saudi Arabia is a straightforward, largely paperless process for most Saudis and residents, thanks to the Najiz platform. The key is meeting the eligibility requirements, choosing the right scope (General vs. Special), and understanding the exceptions expired IDs, applicants over 65, and multi-principal POAs that require a different route.

    You want any help Contact Khobar Notary

    If your situation falls outside the standard e-POA process an expired ID, a POA issued abroad, or a case that needs in-person notarization — Khobar Notary can help you understand your options and complete the process correctly the first time. Get in touch with our team in Al Khobar for guidance on drafting, notarizing, or registering your Power of Attorney.

    FAQs

    1. How do I get a power of attorney in Saudi Arabia?

    Log in to Najiz with your National Single Sign-On account, select “Powers of Attorney and Declarations,” enter the principal’s and agent’s details, and approve. It’s free, fully electronic, and takes minutes for most residents and Saudi nationals.

    2. What is the best way to get power of attorney?

    If it’s only for use inside Saudi Arabia, the Najiz e-POA is fastest. If it will be used abroad, it usually must be signed in person before that country’s embassy or consulate instead.

    3. How do I get special power of attorney in the Philippines if I am abroad?

    Have your SPA notarized in person at the Philippine Embassy or Consulate in your country of residence, with your passport and the unsigned document. This is valid for use in the Philippines without extra DFA authentication.

    4. How to make Power of Attorney in Saudi Arabia for India?

    Draft the POA and sign it in person before a Consular Officer at the Indian Embassy in Riyadh, with your passport, Iqama copy, and two photos. Property-related POAs carry a different fee than other POAs.

    5. Power of Attorney from Saudi Arabia to Pakistan?

    Draft the POA and get it attested in person at the Pakistani Embassy/Consulate in Saudi Arabia. It then usually needs further attestation in Pakistan by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and, for property matters, the local registrar’s office.