Power of Attorney
General Power of Attorney (Vekalatnameh)
Authorize a trusted representative in Iran to act on your behalf.
Timeline
2–4 weeks for complete authentication.
Service Area
U.S. & Canada
Languages
English & Farsi
Overview
About This Service
A General Power of Attorney (Vekalatnameh Omumi) grants a designated representative in Iran broad authority to manage your affairs — from banking and property to legal representation. ICS drafts bilingual (Persian and English) POA documents in compliance with Iranian legal standards, and coordinates authentication and legalization through the Mikhak system and the Iranian Interests Section in Washington, D.C.
Who Is This Service For?
Iranians abroad who need a trusted representative in Iran to handle a wide range of matters including banking, government agencies, utilities, and general affairs.
What's Included
Everything Covered
- ✓Consultation to determine scope and type of POA needed
- ✓Drafting of bilingual (Farsi/English) POA document
- ✓Compliance check with Iranian legal requirements
- ✓Mikhak system authentication
- ✓Notarization and legalization coordination through Interests Section
- ✓Guidance on selecting and instructing your representative (Vakil)
Process
Step-by-Step Process
Scope Consultation
Discuss what authorities you want to grant and to whom.
Document Drafting
Prepare the POA document in Farsi with English translation.
Mikhak Registration
Register the document through the Mikhak authentication system.
Notarization
Coordinate official notarization through the Iranian Interests Section.
Delivery
Guide you on transmitting the authenticated document to your representative.
Important Notice — Iranian Citizen Services is an independent document consulting firm. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice. We do not offer U.S. immigration advice or assistance with U.S. government documents. Our expertise is exclusively in Iranian consular document preparation and support for Iranians abroad. For U.S. legal matters, please consult a licensed U.S. attorney. Full Disclaimer