Drafting an Iranian Power of Attorney from the USA: A 2026 Legal Guide
Managing legal affairs, filing lawsuits, or defending claims in Iranian courts from the United States presents unique challenges. For Iranians living in the U.S., arranging a formal Power of Attorney (Vekalatnameh) via the Interests Section of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Washington, D.C., is the official path to ensure legal validity for property sales, inheritance, or litigation in Iran.
Legal Registration via the Interests Section
The Interests Section acts as the primary consular hub for Iranians residing in the U.S. To initiate any legal action, you must first register your request in the Mikhak System. This system acts as your permanent electronic file. Once you obtain your 13-digit tracking code, you must finalize the process through the Washington office.
Essential Litigation Power of Attorney Text
Official Text: “Referring to all judicial and administrative authorities, Public and Revolutionary Courts, Land Registry, and Notary Public offices to initiate any legal or criminal proceedings, filing petitions, defending against claims, with full authority for appeal, settlement, appointing experts, delegating power to others, and collecting judgment amounts. The attorney acts on behalf of the principal in all stages, with no need for the principal’s physical presence or further permission.”
Marriage Power of Attorney (Male Principal)
Official Text: “Performing all stages of marriage with Ms. [Name], including engagement, exchange of dowry (Mahr), and conditions. Delegating authority to perform the permanent marriage contract, referring to the Civil Registry Office, signing documents, and obtaining the marriage certificate on behalf of the principal, as such that no further permission from the principal is required.”
Important Legal Considerations
Be precise about your Scope of Authority. Generic templates often lead to rejection at Iranian notary offices or banks. If you have an active account in the Sana System, you may streamline some legal processes online, potentially bypassing manual embassy workflows. We highly recommend reviewing your draft with a legal expert or our Raahesh legal consultancy services to avoid costly errors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are U.S. services handled by mail?
A: Due to geographical constraints, most consular services in the U.S. are processed via mail. Always check the latest updates on the Interests Section website.
Q: Can I change the attorney’s authority later?
A: Once the document is registered and stamped, changing the authority requires a new power of attorney registration.
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آخرین ویرایش: 2026-07-20 16:10