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"title": "Corporate Power of Attorney in Uzbekistan: How to Notarise It Properly",
"excerpt": "Issuing a power of attorney on behalf of a company involves both corporate governance requirements and notarial formalities. Learn when notarisation is mandatory, which documents to prepare, and what a company representative must watch out for — explained by a practising notary in Tashkent.",
"body": "## When Does a Company Need a Power of Attorney?\n\nA corporate power of attorney is a formal legal instrument through which an organisation authorises an individual or another legal entity to act on its behalf. In my practice, I regularly see executives underestimate the importance of getting this document right — an oversight that can create serious legal complications down the line.\n\nIn most routine situations, a company may issue a power of attorney in simple written form: signed by the director and stamped with the company seal. However, notarisation becomes mandatory when:\n\n- the power of attorney is required to carry out notarial acts (sale of real property, estate matters, etc.);\n- this is explicitly required by law or by the terms of a transaction;\n- the document will be used abroad (apostille or legalisation will be needed);\n- the authority granted includes the right of sub-delegation.\n\nKey points to keep in mind:\n\n- The power of attorney must be signed by the director (CEO) or another authorised officer as defined in the company's charter.\n- The document must clearly state the company's full registered details, the representative's personal data, and an exhaustive list of the powers being granted.\n- The validity period is set freely by the parties; if no period is specified, the general rules of civil law apply.\n- When notarising the document, the notary verifies the company's legal capacity and the signatory's authority to act.\n\n---\n\n## Documents You Need to Prepare\n\nBefore visiting the notary's office, I recommend assembling the following set of documents in advance.\n\nChecklist:\n\n- [ ] Certificate of state registration of the legal entity (or an extract from the business register)\n- [ ] Current version of the company's charter (articles of association)\n- [ ] Resolution or minutes confirming the appointment of the director, or the document establishing the signatory's authority\n- [ ] Passport of the director (or the officer signing the power of attorney)\n- [ ] Passport of the representative to whom the power of attorney is being issued\n- [ ] Company seal (if applicable)\n- [ ] Draft power of attorney or a clear description of the powers required\n\nIf the power of attorney covers the right to dispose of property, title documents for the relevant asset will also be required.\n\n---\n\n## Structure and Content of the Power of Attorney\n\nA properly drafted corporate power of attorney must include several mandatory elements. The absence of any one of them may render the document legally void.\n\n| Element | What to Include | Points to Watch |\n|---|---|---|\n| Parties | Full legal name, tax registration number (TIN) and state registration number of the company; full name and passport details of the representative | All data must match the underlying documents exactly |\n| Scope of authority | A specific list of permitted actions | Avoid vague wording — the more precise the scope, the fewer disputes arise |\n| Validity period | Start and end dates | Set a realistic period aligned with the task at hand |\n| Sub-delegation | Whether the right to sub-delegate is granted | If sub-delegation is permitted, it must itself be notarised |\n| Signature and seal | Signature of the authorised officer, company seal (if applicable) | The signature must match the specimen held in banking and registration records |\n\nI would particularly stress that the list of powers should be drafted as precisely as possible. A phrase such as "to represent the company's interests before all authorities" is far too broad and legally vulnerable. It is far better to specify: which authorities, on which particular matter, and with the right to sign which specific documents.\n\n---\n\n## The Notarisation Procedure: What to Expect\n\nAt the appointment, the notary will establish the identity of the director, verify the legal capacity of the company on the basis of the documents provided, and confirm that the signatory is genuinely authorised to issue powers of attorney under the charter or a resolution of the governing body.\n\nThe notary will then either draft the text of the power of attorney based on your instructions or review the draft you have brought. Once certified, the document is entered into the notarial register, enabling any third party to verify its authenticity.\n\nPlease confirm the exact notarial fees with the notary on the day of your appointment, as tariffs are subject to periodic revision. The total cost comprises the state notarial fee and charges for legal and technical services.\n\n---\n\n## Frequently Asked Questions\n\nCan a corporate power of attorney be signed by someone other than the director?\nYes, provided this is explicitly permitted by the company's charter or a resolution of the competent governing body. In that case, the notary will require a document confirming the signatory's authority.\n\nIs a company seal required if the company does not have one?\nUzbek law allows companies to operate without a seal if this is reflected in their charter. Clarify this point in advance — the notary will advise on what alternative confirmation will be needed.\n\nIs it possible to issue a power of attorney with no expiry date?\nTechnically, yes — but in practice I advise against it. The longer the validity period, the greater the risk of misuse. It is better to issue the document for a defined period and, if necessary, renew it or issue a new one.\n\nHow does a company revoke a power of attorney once the representative is no longer authorised?\nRevocation is effected by a resolution of the company's competent governing body. The representative and any third parties with whom they have been dealing must be notified of the revocation. Where the original power of attorney was notarised, it is also advisable to formalise the revocation through a notary.\n\nWill foreign authorities accept a power of attorney issued by an Uzbek company?\nFor use abroad, the document will generally require an apostille or consular legalisation, as well as a notarially certified translation. Always check the specific requirements of the destination country in advance.\n\n---\n\n> Disclaimer: This article is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute individual legal or notarial advice. Every situation is unique, and the correct approach to preparing documents depends on the specific circumstances of your case.\n\n---\n\n## Consult a Notary in the Yunusabad District of Tashkent\n\nIf your company needs to issue a power of attorney — whether to represent its interests before government authorities, for real estate transactions, for dealings with foreign partners, or for any other purpose — I invite you to schedule a consultation at my notary office in the Yunusabad District of Tashkent. We will help you define the scope of authority precisely, prepare the full document package, and certify the power of attorney in full compliance with applicable law.",
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Practising private notary of the Yunusabad district of Tashkent. Certifies transactions, powers of attorney, inheritance and family documents under the law of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
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