Commercial Document Attestation in UAE for Businesses

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Apr 13
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f you're planning to set up a company, expand operations, or enter into legal agreements in the UAE, you’ll need to complete the attestation of commercial documents to make them legally valid and recognized by UAE authorities.

This guide will explain everything you need to know about commercial document attestation in the UAE, including required documents, steps, timelines, and how Amazon Attestation Services can support your business.

What is Commercial Document Attestation?

Commercial attestation is the process of validating the authenticity of business or corporate documents issued in another country so they can be legally used in the United Arab Emirates. These documents are typically required for:

Company formation in UAE
Opening a branch or representative office
Signing contracts and MOUs
Registering with free zones or banks
Applying for trade licenses and tenders

Types of Commercial Documents We Attest

Amazon Attestation Services handles attestation for a wide range of corporate and legal documents, including:

Certificate of Incorporation
Memorandum & Articles of Association (MOA/AOA)
Power of Attorney (POA)
Board Resolutions
Commercial Invoices
Partnership Agreements
Certificate of Good Standing
Shareholder Agreements
Tax and Audit Reports
Distributor/Agency Agreements
Export & Import Licenses
ISO, GMP, and other certifications

Countries We Support

We assist with commercial document attestation from over 150+ countries, including:

Attestation Process for Commercial Documents

The process may vary slightly depending on the country of origin, but generally includes the following steps:

1. Chamber of Commerce Attestation

The document must be first attested by the Chamber of Commerce in the country of origin to confirm it's a genuine business document.

2. Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Home Country)

Next, the document should be legalized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or an equivalent authority.

3. UAE Embassy Attestation

Once legalized, it must be submitted to the UAE Embassy or Consulate in the same country for further attestation.

4. MOFA Attestation in UAE

After arriving in the UAE, the final step is to get the document attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or other Emirates.

Processing Time

Stage	Time (Est.)
Chamber of Commerce	1–3 working days
MOFA (Home Country)	2–4 working days
UAE Embassy (Home Country)	3–5 working days
MOFA UAE	Same day – 2 days

Express options are available in many cases.

Estimated Fees

Fees vary depending on the document type, origin country, and urgency. As a reference:

Chamber of Commerce Attestation: Varies by country
UAE Embassy Attestation: Approximately. AED 500–2500
MOFA UAE Attestation: From AED 2000-2300 per commercial document

We offer competitive pricing with package deals for multiple documents.

Why Choose Amazon Attestation Services?

End-to-end attestation services for businesses
150+ countries supported
Fast turnaround and urgent processing options
Dedicated support for free zones and mainland setups
Legal translation, Arabic typing, and courier services
Offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah & Ajman

We serve corporates, law firms, entrepreneurs, consultants, and SMEs looking to expand or operate in the UAE legally and efficiently.

Contact Us for a Quote

Need your commercial documents attested in the UAE?Let us handle the logistics while you focus on your business.

Amazon Attestation Services

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Email: info@mofauae.com