Granting power of attorney has become a critical matter for Iranians living abroad who, for various reasons, need to manage their affairs in Iran. This is especially important for citizens residing in other countries. The process of authenticating a power of attorney abroad helps ensure legal validity and facilitates various tasks such as buying and selling property, banking, legal, and academic matters.
Iranians residing in Canada can study and follow the steps outlined in the guide for issuing a power of attorney through the Mikhak system. There are two methods for this purpose. In the first method, you can prepare the desired power of attorney through the Canada Bureau at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In the second method, you can act through the Interests Section of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Washington, D.C. (located in the Pakistani Embassy).
The Importance of Professional Drafting of a Power of Attorney
Drafting a power of attorney in a specialized manner is of great importance because these official documents play a key role, especially in legal proceedings. The power of attorney must be drawn up in strict compliance with legal principles and rules, and this emphasizes that its writing should not be entrusted to non-specialists. Specific legal terms such as “apportionment,” “consideration,” and “fair wage” are easily subject to interpretation and misunderstanding, and their misuse can have serious legal consequences.
How to Draft and Authenticate a Power of Attorney Abroad
Iranians residing abroad often need to delegate power of attorney to another person to conduct their affairs in Iran. To register and authenticate a power of attorney abroad, the application must first be registered with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and a tracking code obtained. Subsequent steps include identity verification through the embassy and submission of the required documents.
It is important to note that after the power of attorney is authenticated, any editing or changes to its text are impossible. Therefore, it is necessary to carefully review and adjust all details before registration. To avoid problems and additional costs, it is recommended to consult with legal experts before taking any action.
Matters That Can Be Delegated in the Mikhak System
In the Mikhak system, it is possible to draw up a power of attorney for various matters, some of which include:
- Employment Power of Attorney
- Administrative Affairs Power of Attorney
- Real Estate Sales Power of Attorney
- Banking Affairs Power of Attorney
- Litigation Power of Attorney
- Power of Attorney for Obtaining a University Degree and Studying in Iran
Each of these matters requires a specific power of attorney and careful attention should be paid to the legal aspects related to them.
Authentication of Power of Attorney in Different Countries
Iranians residing in countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia also have specific processes for authenticating their powers of attorney. In these countries, it is often possible to take non-attendance and online action for identity verification and authentication of the power of attorney. This process facilitates conditions for the principals and minimizes the time required for action.
Benefits of Using the Services of Legal Experts
Legal experts specializing in this field can assist clients in drafting any power of attorney they need. These experts, with their experience and expertise, are familiar with the risks and legal consequences of contracts and matters related to powers of attorney and can provide specialized advice to grantors in various fields such as financial, property, and administrative matters.
Steps to Register and Authenticate a Power of Attorney in the Mikhak System
In order to register and authenticate a power of attorney in the Mikhak system, the following steps must be followed:
- Register the application and receive a tracking code
- Verify identity through the embassy
- Provide valid identification documents
- Pay consular fees
Ignoring the details in these steps can lead to warnings and legal uncertainties.
Important Points When Registering a Power of Attorney
To avoid problems when registering a power of attorney in the Mikhak system, principals should pay attention to the following points:
- All identification details must be entered correctly.
- Avoid using non-Persian letters and other symbols when entering information.
- Exercise the utmost care in preparing the content of the power of attorney. A complete list of common legal text samples in the preparation of various types of power of attorney is available on this page that you can see as an example.
The Process of Revoking a Power of Attorney
If the principal wishes to revoke a power of attorney that has been issued, they must register a new power of attorney in the Mikhak system to dismiss the attorney and revoke the previous power of attorney. This process is complex and it is appropriate to entrust it to specialized lawyers.
Inquiry of Issued Powers of Attorney
To verify the validity of powers of attorney issued from abroad, you can refer to the Mikhak system and, by entering the tracking code and the principal’s national code, review all the details.
Power of attorney abroad requires special processes and more attention. Iranians living abroad, especially when faced with legal and administrative issues, should make better use of the advisory and specialized services of experts to avoid problems and additional costs.
