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What is a proof of address document (POA)?

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Written by Raahym Malik
Updated over a week ago

We are required to request a proof of address (POA) document to validate your residence status. A POA must contain the following:

  • Full Legal Name: The document must clearly display your full legal name.

  • Date: The document should not be older than three months, except for property title deeds or active lease agreements.

  • Complete Address Details: This includes city, state, country, and district.

  • Clear Document Visibility: The full document page must be visible and legible.

  • Issuing Authority: Should contain indicators such as the logo or name indicating the document's origin (e.g., the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority).

Acceptable POAs:

- Bank statement

- Letter from a bank or financial institution

- Telecoms bill (Internet, phone, etc.)

- Credit card statement

- Title deeds [We need confirmation for residence]

- Signed/stamped lease/tenancy contract – that is current

- Utilities bill (Water, electricity, gas, etc.)

* Not necessary for title deeds or tenancy contracts as long as tenancy is still valid

**National IDs are not acceptable

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