Document Attestation in the UAE: A Summary from UK to UAE

Document Attestation Guide: UK to UAE

The overall process of document attestation may seem challenging especially in cases of transfer from there to another country. However, It is essential to attest your UK documents whether you're applying for a job, family visa, or higher education as this would make both the legality and acceptability of the documents unquestionable in UAE. In this guide, we have illustrated the complete process of document attestation step by step for the attestation of birth certificate, degree certificate, marriage certificate and many others.

Document Attestation Guide: UK to UAE

• Step 1: Obtaining a True Copy Stamp

  Getting a true copy stamp is the first step before proceeding to the attestation process. This is done by a qualified solicitor whose role is to one’s original documents and stamp necessary copies.Approximate Cost of True Copy Stamp: AED 250 to AED 350

• Step 2: Apostille Certification by the FCDO

  After notarizing and stamping of documents have been done, the next stage involves applying for Apostille certification and this is done through the apostilles of the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). The purpose of this is to decide on whether the document is genuine or not hence a stamp will be placed for international use of the document. For this certification or stamping, you will need to submit your original and stamped copies.

  Cost: From AED 250 – AED 500

  
  

• Step 3: UAE Embassy Attestation in the United Kingdom

After getting the Apostille certification, the next step forward is the submission of all your documents to the UAE Embassy in the United Kingdom for attestation. Documents submitted shall be verified by that UAE Embassy and then there stamp is placed which means the documents shall be accepted legally within the boundaries of UAE.

Cost: From AED 160 – AED 450 per document

• Step 4: Make sure you get MoFA Stamp in UAE

Once you land in UAE the last and final step left is to acquire the MoFA (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) Stamp. It is recommended that this step be done after entering UAE however, there may be instances where some employers will require this stamp even as you are in the UK. The purpose of MoFA attestation is to confirm that your documents have been properly legalized for the use within UAE.

Cost: From AED 160 – AED 450 per document

Conclusion:

Completing these steps the right way helps ensure that the documents brought to the UAE from the UK are systematically certified and accepted as legal documents in the UAE. Be it for applying for visa, work permit or education purposes, getting your documents attested is one of the most important processes.

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