Certificate attestation for UAE
Documents Attestation Services in UAE
Document attestation is a mandatory legal process in the UAE to validate the authenticity of foreign-issued or domestic documents for employment, education, residency, or commercial purposes. Governed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC), this procedure ensures your documents meet UAE regulatory standards. Failure to comply risks visa rejections, employment delays, or legal complications.
Types of Documents Requiring Attestation
| Category | Examples | Key Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Educational | Degrees, diplomas, transcripts | Issuing institution verification, MOFAIC attestation |
| Personal | Birth/marriage certificates, police clearances | Notarization, embassy legalization |
| Commercial | Trade licenses, MOAs, invoices | Chamber of Commerce certification |
| Legal | Court orders, power of attorney | Ministry of Justice translation if non-Arabic |
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MOFAIC Attestation: Fees and Timelines (2025)
| Document Type | Fee (AED) | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Personal/Educational | 150–450 | 2–3 working days |
| Commercial | 2,000–2,300 | 3–5 working days |
Translation fees: AED 100–300/page for non-Arabic/English documents
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Core Attestation Framework for UAE Recognition
All documents require four-stage authentication:
- Notarization: Certification by a licensed notary public in the document’s country of origin.
- Home Country Attestation: Verification through national foreign affairs departments (e.g., US Department of State, India’s MEA).
- UAE Embassy Legalization: Authentication at the nearest UAE diplomatic mission.
- MOFA UAE Finalization: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC) endorsement within the UAE.
Exceptions apply for digital documents, intergovernmental papers, Hague Convention members, and special economic zones.
Distinctive National Attestation Architectures
Philippines: Multi-Agency Educational Verification
The Philippine system demonstrates unique multi-department coordination:
- Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Authentication: Mandatory for diplomas and transcripts through institutional verification.
- Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Apostille: Functions as quasi-MOFA equivalent with enhanced educational oversight.
- UAE Embassy Manila Attestation: Requires separate CHED-DFA validation before embassy processing.
This three-tiered structure creates a 3-4 week processing timeline for academic documents, distinct from standard MOFA workflows.
Germany: Federal-State Authority Split
Germany’s attestation protocol varies by document origin:
- Federal Documents: Bundesverwaltungsamt (Federal Office of Administration) issues apostilles.
- State Documents: Regional Oberlandesgerichte (Higher Regional Courts) authenticate local records.
- Commercial Papers: Handled by regional Industrie- und Handelskammern (Chambers of Commerce).
This decentralized model eliminates centralized MOFA involvement for 75% of document types.
United States: Parallel Federal-State Systems
The US operates dual authentication channels:
- State-Level Attestation: 50 Secretaries of State offices issue apostilles.
- County Clerk pre-verification required for notarized documents.
- Federal Attestation: US Department of State Authentications Office handles federal agency documents.
This structure processes 1.2 million apostilles annually without a centralized MOFA equivalent.
China: Ministry-Specific Authentication
China’s system mandates ministry-level verification:
- Educational Documents: Ministry of Education authentication precedes MOFA China attestation.
- Commercial Papers: China Council for Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) legalization required.
- Personal Documents: Provincial Notary Public Offices initiate verification chains.
MOFA China only processes documents after specialized ministry authentication.
Countries Utilizing Non-MOFA Attestation Authorities
A few countries follow non-MOFA attestation structures, including:
- Canada: Provincial Apostille Authorities post-2024 Hague Convention implementation.
- Italy: Regional Court Certification with separate authorities handling different documents.
- South Africa: DIRCO combines MOFA and authentication functions.
Special Economic Zone Exceptions
- Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC): DIFC Courts authenticate zone-specific documents.
- Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM): ADGM Registrar handles commercial paper legalization.
- Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ): Dedicated attestation office for free zone entities.
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
- Documentation Issues: Ensure no lamination; reissue original documents if laminated.
- Incomplete Authentication: Ensure all required stamps and signatures are present on documents.
- Expired Certificates: Verify the validity of documents before submission.
We attest various personal documents for official use in Dubai or the UAE:
- Experience certificates Attestation
- Medical certificates Attestation
- Police clearance certificates Attestation
- Other personal documents attestation
Requirements:
- Original personal document.
- Translated copies (if applicable).
Process:
- Notarization (if needed).
- Local authorities attestation in your home country.
- UAE embassy attestation in your home country.
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) attestation in the UAE (if applicable).
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FAQ'S
Individuals planning to work, study, or settle in the UAE , as well as organizations/ Companies conducting business in the the UAE , may require certificate attestation. Whether you are student seeking educational pursuit in UAE, an expat pursuing a career, or a company establishing operations in UAE, the attestation of your Certificates are crucial for legal compliance and acceptance in UAE.
A wide range of documents can be attested, including marriage certificates, birth certificates, educational degrees, commercial documents, and personal certificates.
The processing time can vary depending on the document type, your home country, and the chosen service option. GloboPrime offers various options, including express services.
Yes, in most cases, you will need to have your educational degree attested for employment purposes in Dubai. GloboPrime can assist you with the entire process.
Absolutely! GloboPrime offers comprehensive attestation services for various commercial documents, ensuring they are recognized for official use in Dubai.
GloboPrime offers fast, reliable, and convenient services with free document collection and delivery within the UAE. We have extensive experience and expertise in handling various document types and understand the specific requirements in Dubai.
In some cases, translation may be required if Documents are not in English. GloboPrime offers professional translation services to ensure accurate and certified translations for your documents.guide you through the necessary steps for attestation of non-English documents.
Educational certificate attestation is the process of verifying the authenticity of educational certificates, such as degrees, diplomas, , HSC certificates, and SSLC certificates and transcripts, for the purpose of employment, admission to schools, colleges, or universities, or for further education in the UAE. The process typically involves verification from the issuing institute, Federal Level education ministry attestation, issuing country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the UAE embassy or consulate, followed by attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE .
Non-educational certificate attestation, on the other hand, is the process of verifying the authenticity of non-educational certificates, such as birth, death, and marriage certificates, for the purpose of immigration, legal procedures, or other personal reasons. The process typically involves verification from the issuing country’s government department or ministry, followed by attestation by the UAE embassy or consulate and the MOFA in the UAE
List of UAE Documents we can assist you with!
UAE Certificate Attestation
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- Personal Document Attestation for UAE
- Experience Certificate for UAE
- Marriage Certificate Attestation for UAE
- Birth Certificate Attestation for UAE
- Death Certificate Attestation
- Medical Certificate Attestation for UAE
- PCC Certificate Attestation for UAE
- UAE School Transfer Certificate Attestation
- Commercial Certificates Attestation for UAE
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- Certificate of Incorporation
- Articles of Association
- Special Power of Attorney
- Board Resolution
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