Question 1

What is MOFA attestation in the UAE?

Accepted Answer

MOFA attestation is the final legalization step by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC) confirming a document’s authenticity for use in the UAE or abroad.

Question 2

Do I need embassy attestation before MOFA in the UAE?

Accepted Answer

If your document was issued outside the UAE, it must typically be notarized and attested by the issuing country’s authorities and legalized by the UAE Embassy or Consulate there before MOFAIC can finalize attestation.

Question 3

Which documents require MOFA attestation?

Accepted Answer

Common categories include educational certificates (degrees, diplomas, transcripts), personal documents (birth, marriage, death, police and medical certificates) and commercial documents (trade licenses, contracts, invoices, powers of attorney).

Question 4

How long does MOFA attestation take in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Standard processing is usually 1–3 working days. Urgent or VIP options may complete within the same day for eligible documents.

Question 5

What are the current MOFA attestation fees?

Accepted Answer

As a general guide, personal certificates are often AED 153 and commercial documents AED 2048, with possible additional courier or service charges. Fees are set by the authorities and may change.

Question 6

Can I go directly to a MOFAIC service center?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You may book an appointment and visit a MOFAIC service center in the UAE. Many customers use a professional service to complete prior steps and handle submission and collection.

Question 7

Do translations need to be certified?

Accepted Answer

If the document is not in Arabic or English, a certified legal translation by a UAE Ministry of Justice approved translator is typically required before attestation.

Question 8

What is the step-by-step process for foreign-issued documents?

Accepted Answer

1) Notarize in the issuing country if required. 2) Attest at that country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (or equivalent). 3) Legalize at the UAE Embassy/Consulate abroad. 4) Final attestation at MOFAIC in the UAE.

Question 9

What is the step-by-step process for UAE-issued documents?

Accepted Answer

1) Complete any required local authority stamps (such as MOE or MOJ depending on document type). 2) Obtain certified translation if needed. 3) Submit to MOFAIC for final attestation.

Question 10

Which Emirates do you cover for pickup and delivery?

Accepted Answer

Service is available across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain, with free or low-cost pickup and delivery in many areas.

Question 11

Do you handle commercial and company documents?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We process commercial documents such as trade licenses, board resolutions, agency agreements, invoices, certificates of origin and powers of attorney, including embassy and MOFAIC steps.

Question 12

Can I apply from outside the UAE?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can courier documents to our UAE office. We complete attestation steps and return them securely, subject to each country’s rules.

Question 13

What payment methods are accepted?

Accepted Answer

Credit card, debit card, bank transfer and cash are accepted for most services.

Question 14

Do you provide urgent or same-day MOFA attestation?

Accepted Answer

Urgent and VIP fast-track options are available for eligible documents, often completed within 6–12 hours depending on authority requirements.

Question 15

How do I start the attestation process?

Accepted Answer

Share a clear scan or photo of your document via WhatsApp or email to receive a quick assessment, fee quote and timeline, then arrange pickup or drop-off.

Question 16

Do you assist with embassy or consulate legalization?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We coordinate embassy and consulate legalization for many countries before submitting to MOFAIC.

Question 17

What documents are most commonly attested?

Accepted Answer

Degrees, diplomas and transcripts; birth, marriage and death certificates; police clearance and medical reports; trade licenses, contracts, invoices and powers of attorney.

Question 18

How can I contact Amazon Attestation Services?

Accepted Answer

Call or WhatsApp +971 545820984 or email info@mofauae.com for quotes, timelines and pickup arrangements.