Dubai Attestation for Documents from Northeast India

If you’re from India’s beautiful Northeastern states—Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, or Sikkim—and you need to use your official certificates in the UAE, you’re in the right place. Whether it’s a birth certificate, degree, marriage certificate, or any other personal or professional document, it must be properly attested before UAE authorities accept it.

This guide walks you through Dubai attestation specifically for documents issued in these seven states, step by step. We’ll cover everything from local notarization to final MOFA stamping in Dubai, share insider tips, and help you avoid common pitfalls. Let’s get started!

1. Why Northeast Indian Documents Need Attestation for Dubai

The UAE requires that all foreign-issued documents be authenticated so they can be used legally, whether for visa applications, job offers, university admissions, or setting up a business. For our focus states, the process looks like this:

1. Local Notarization (Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim)

2. Home Department Attestation (State Level)

3. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Attestation (New Delhi)

4. UAE Embassy/Consulate Attestation (New Delhi)

5. MOFA Attestation in Dubai (Final Stamp)

By following these steps, your documents—whether a degree from Guwahati University (Assam) or a birth certificate from the Tripura Civil Registrar—become 100% valid for any official use in the UAE.

2. Step-by-Step Attestation Process

2.1 Notarization in the State of Issue

All attestation journeys begin with a notary public:

• What to do: Visit any government-registered notary in your hometown—Guwahati (Assam), Imphal (Manipur), Shillong (Meghalaya), Aizawl (Mizoram), Kohima (Nagaland), Agartala (Tripura), or Gangtok (Sikkim).

• Why: The notary confirms your document is a genuine, true copy (photocopies require notarization, whereas many original certificates may not).

• Tip: Always carry both the original and a clean photocopy; the notary will stamp the copy if originals aren’t accepted for attestation.

2.2 Home Department Attestation (State-Level)

Once notarized, the next stop is your state’s Home (General Administration) Department:

• Assam: Assam Government Secretariat, Dispur

• Manipur: Manipur Administrative Building, Imphal

• Meghalaya: Shri Ekka Complex, Shillong

• Mizoram: MGH Building, Aizawl

• Nagaland: Nagaland Civil Secretariat, Kohima

• Tripura: West Tripura Parliamentary Secretariat, Agartala

• Sikkim: Sikkim Administrative Building, Gangtok

They will verify the notary seal and signature:

1. Submit your notarized document along with a simple application and cover letter.

2. Pay the nominal “state attestation” fee (usually ₹100–₹990).

3. Return after 2–3 working days to collect your stamped document.

Tip: Confirm local office hours on state government websites, especially during seasonal holidays in Shillong and Aizawl.

2.3 MEA Attestation (New Delhi)

After state-level clearance, your document needs the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) seal in Delhi:

• Procedure:

  1. Ship or courier your state-attested document to a trusted representative or agent in New Delhi (e.g., Amazon Attestation’s Delhi office).

  2. They submit it to MEA’s Attestation Section, which typically takes 2–4 working days.

  3. Collect it once it’s stamped with the MEA seal.

• Fees: MEA charges around ₹50–₹3,000 per document, plus any courier or service-agent charges.

Tip: Use a tracked courier service to avoid losing critical papers in transit. If you’re using an agent, request real-time status updates.

2.4 UAE Embassy Attestation in India

Now your document needs the UAE Embassy (in New Delhi) stamp:

• Submit the MEA-stamped document to the UAE Embassy’s Document Attestation Counter.

• Documents: Passport copy of the certificate holder, visa copy (if available), and a completed authentication form (downloadable from the embassy website).

• Timeframe: 3–5 working days.

• Fee: Approximately ₹700–₹5,000 per document (varies with current embassy rates).

Tip: Check the embassy’s announced public holidays (especially UAE National Day) to avoid unexpected closures. Many agents in Delhi offer direct, express submission.

2.5 Final MOFA Attestation in Dubai

When the document arrives in the UAE, the final step is MOFA attestation in Dubai (the main center) or Abu Dhabi:

1. Walk-in or Agent: You can deliver the embassy-stamped document to MOFA’s Attestation Center at Al Manara, Dubai—no appointment needed.

2. Fees & Timing: AED 150–300 per document; standard turnaround is 1–2 working days (same-day “fast track” is possible if you arrive early).

3. Collect: Your document now bears the official MOFA seal and is fully valid throughout the UAE.

Tip: MOFA offices close daily at 3 PM, so arrive before noon. Alternatively, use a local attestation agent like Amazon Attestation Services to guarantee same-day completion.

3. Document Types & State-Specific Notes

3.1 Educational Certificates from Northeast Universities

• Assam (Gauhati University, Dibrugarh University, Tezpur University)

• Manipur (Manipur University)

• Meghalaya (North Eastern Hill University)

• Mizoram (Mizoram University)

• Nagaland (Nagaland University)

• Tripura (Tripura University)

• Sikkim (Sikkim University)

Special Tip: Educational institutions sometimes offer “university-verified” copies on official letterhead. These reduce hiccups at Home and MEA levels, so request a “certified true copy” directly from your registrar.

3.2 Personal Documents

• Birth Certificates: Issued by municipal corporations (e.g., Guwahati Municipal Corporation) or the district registrar.

• Marriage Certificates: Issued by local Civil Registrar (e.g., Imphal Marriage Registrar).

• Police Clearance Certificates (PCC): PSK (Passport Seva Kendra) in Guwahati or the relevant RPO must issue.

Pro Tip: Keep multiple photocopies of each original document. If one gets misplaced mid-process, you can re-notarize rather than start from scratch.

3.3 Commercial & Company Documents

• Power of Attorney (PoA): Drafted by a local advocate, notarized by a notary in your state, then attested at the Home, MEA, and UAE Embassy.

• Board Resolutions & MOA/AOA: Company-registered documents must be attested by the Registrar of Companies (ROC) before Home Department stamping.

Insider Tip: If your business is registered under the Meghalaya Commerce Registrar (Shillong) or Assam Company Affairs (Guwahati), request “certified copies” directly from the ROC. They speed up the next steps.

4. Common FAQs and Tips

Q1: How long does the entire process take?

A1: From notary to final MOFA stamp, plan for 2–3 weeks if you follow each step carefully. Using a dedicated agent can reduce this to 10–15 working days, or less if you opt for express services at MEA or the embassy.

Q2: Can I handle all steps without an agent?

A2: Yes, but you’ll spend extra time and effort: traveling between Assam/Manipur/Meghalaya/… offices, shipping to Delhi, waiting at MEA, then UAE Embassy, then MOFA. For many, the small extra fee for an agent’s convenience is worth avoiding mistakes and delays.

Q3: What if my document has spelling errors?

A3: Any mismatch (even one letter) can cause rejections. Get a corrected certificate from the issuing office first. Once corrected, restart the attestation chain.

Q4: Are translations required?

A4: If your document is in English (common in Northeast India), no translation is needed. But any document in a regional language (e.g., Assamese or Manipuri script) must be certified translated into English or Arabic before MEA or Embassy attestation.

5. Why Choose Amazon Attestation Services?

At Amazon Attestation Services, we’ve specialized in Northeast-to-UAE attestation for over 10 years. Here’s what sets us apart:

• End-to-End Handling: Notary, State Home, MEA, Embassy, MOFA—all in one package.

• Transparent Costing: No hidden fees. You receive a written estimate before you pay.

• Pickup & Delivery: We collect documents from Guwahati, Imphal, Shillong, Aizawl, Kohima, Agartala, or Gangtok—then deliver attested originals to your UAE doorstep.

• Express Options: Need that marriage certificate attested in 24 hours? We make it happen.

• Expert Team: Dedicated staff in each Northeast state, Delhi, and Dubai/Abu Dhabi to ensure smooth communication.

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Contact us now to get your documents attested quickly and correctly—no hassles, no hidden surprises. WhatsApp or Call: +971 5458 20984 Email: info@mofauae.com

6. Final Checklist Before You Begin

1. Gather Photocopies & Originals (2 sets of each).

2. Choose Notary: Verify they’re on the state’s approved list.

3. Check Spelling: Names must match exactly on the passport, visa, and certificates.

4. Confirm MEA Requirements: Download the latest attestation guidelines from the MEA website.

5. Plan Embassy Visit/Agent: Decide if you’ll courier to Delhi or send via a trusted agent.

6. Schedule MOFA Visit: Aim for mid-week (Mon–Wed) to avoid end-of-week rush.

   
   

By following this guide, your Dubai attestation from Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, or Sikkim will be smooth, error-free, and as fast as possible. Good luck, and welcome to your next chapter in the UAE!