What is Degree Certificate Attestation?
Degree certificate attestation is the process of validating the authenticity of an academic degree certificate to make it legally recognized in another country. This involves obtaining official stamps and signatures from authorized bodies such as the Notary Public, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the destination country’s embassy. Degree certificate attestation is a mandatory process for individuals seeking to use their educational qualifications in the UAE, whether for employment, further studies, visa applications, or other official purposes. Degree attestation is the process of verifying the authenticity of your educational degree certificate. It confirms that the degree is genuine and issued by a recognized institution.
Expatriates moving to the UAE for work, study, or residence require attested degree certificates to validate their educational qualifications. Do you need your educational documents attested in Dubai or anywhere in the UAE for work, study, or UAE residency in the UAE? As getting your educational certificates attested in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is mandatory if you are seeking employment, further education, or residency in UAE. We assist with degree certificate attestation services in dubai. We handle the entire attestation process for various documents, including:
To obtain a skilled class visa in the UAE, such as for roles categorized under the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) skill levels 1, 2, or 3, it is mandatory to provide attested educational certificates. These certificates must be notarized in your home country and authenticated by the UAE Embassy or Consulate. This requirement is particularly critical for skilled workers like engineers, doctors, accountants, technicians, or supervisors, as these roles demand professional qualifications to comply with UAE labor laws.
MOHRE defines five skill levels, with levels 1 to 3 classified as skilled roles. For these categories:
Failure to provide attested certificates can delay or nullify the issuance of the labor card, which is a prerequisite for legally working in the UAE under a skilled visa. MOHRE emphasizes this attestation to ensure the credibility of qualifications and streamline the employment process.
Key Reasons:
For Higher Education (MOE Equivalency)
For Golden Visa
For Businesses
Properly attested documents confirm that your degree is recognized and accepted by UAE authorities, paving the way for a smooth transition into your new role or academic pursuit.
Notarization (in the Country of Origin): Your degree certificate is first notarized by a notary public in the country where the degree was issued. This verifies the document’s authenticity at the local level.
Authentication by the Relevant Authority (in the Country of Origin): The next step is authentication by the designated authority in the country of origin. This is often the State Education Department, Ministry of Education, or a similar government body.
The specific authority varies by country.(e.g., Ministry of Education or HRD). Obtain an official stamp verifying the documents’ legitimacy.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) Attestation (in the Country of Origin): The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (or equivalent) in the country of origin then attests the document, confirming the authenticity of the previous authentication. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in home country seal ensure the previous attestations are valid and apply their official seal.
The UAE embassy or consulate in the country where the degree was issued then attests the document. This step is crucial for the document to be accepted in the UAE. Present your documents to the UAE embassy or consulate in your home country. They will verify the prior attestations and add their official stamp.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC) Attestation (UAE): The final step is attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC) in Dubai. This confirms the UAE embassy’s attestation and completes the process for use in the UAE.
The primary document to be attested. It should be in excellent condition, not laminated, and free from physical damage.
Passport photocopy. Emirates ID (for UAE residents) should also be available if applicable.
If your degree or supporting documents are issued in a language other than English or Arabic, you must obtain a certified translation from a translator recognized by the UAE authorities.
While not always mandatory, some verification bodies like, for example, HEC in Pakistan require recent passport-size photographs for creating a profile on the HEC portal for degree attestation, especially if you’re completing multiple procedures like visa applications simultaneously.
Ensure your full name, date of birth, and other details on the degree, transcripts, and passport match perfectly. Discrepancies can cause delays or rejections.
CNIC Copy: A Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) copy is required as proof of identity during attestation. Both the degree and transcripts must be submitted even if you’re attesting just the degree. Degrees issued before 2000 require additional verification steps at HEC.
Transcripts are not mandatory for most cases unless you’re pursuing MOE equivalency for UAE academic purposes.
Documents issued by online institutions may require extra verification from regional accreditation bodies.
The applicant must obtain a certified copy of the degree from the university and have it attested by the Ministry of Education (MOE).
The individual must request the university to send a sealed transcript directly to the UAE Embassy from the university.
A certified true copy will be retrieved from the town hall.
The degree and transcripts must be attested, and a new true copy will be retrieved from the university for this purpose. CAV (Certificate of Authentication and Verification): Issued by CHED, this document is mandatory for Philippine degrees.
A true copy with the signature of the university president is required.
A Power of Attorney (POA) is required from the individual to represent them before each government entity.
A Power of Attorney (POA) is required from the individual to represent them before each entity.
The degree attestation UAE process can take several weeks or even month. Plan accordingly, especially for urgent deadlines.
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We handle attestation processes for over 120 countries, including all GCC countries (UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait).
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