How Can I Get My Degree Certificate Attested by MOFA in the UAE?

Attesting your degree certificate is a mandatory step if you plan to work, study, or sponsor a family in the UAE. The most critical part of this process is getting your certificate attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA). But how exactly does it work?

In this blog, we’ll guide you step by step — from document preparation to final attestation — with practical tips and insider insights to help you avoid delays.

What is MOFA Attestation?

MOFA Attestation is the final stamp of approval issued by the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC). This stamp proves that your degree certificate is:

• Genuine

• Verified by your home country

• Legally accepted for use in the UAE

Without MOFA attestation, most employment visas, equivalency certificates, and government transactions may be rejected.

When Do You Need MOFA Attestation for Your Degree?

You’ll need it if:

• You’re applying for a job in the UAE that requires educational qualification

• You’re going for degree equivalency or licensing (especially teachers, engineers, healthcare professionals)

• You’re sponsoring your spouse or children under a family visa

• You’re enrolling in a university or further education program in the UAE

  
  

Step-by-Step: How to Get Degree Certificate Attested by MOFA

1. Attestation in Your Home Country

Before MOFA UAE can attest your degree, it must be attested by:

• University or Board that issued it

• Ministry of Education / Higher Education

• Ministry of Foreign Affairs (in your home country)

• UAE Embassy in your home country

✔️ This validates that the certificate is genuine and recognized by your government.

2. MOFA Attestation in UAE

Once your document is in the UAE with the embassy stamp, submit it to MOFA UAE for final approval.

✔️Submit online via: https://www.mofaic.gov.ae

✔️ Choose: “Attestation of Official Documents – Educational”

✔️ Upload clear scanned copies

✔️ Make online payment (typically AED 150–450)

✔️ Choose your delivery option or visit a MOFA Customer Happiness Center

⏱️ How Long Does It Take?

Service Type	Time Frame
Standard MOFA	2–3 working days
Express/Agent-Based	Same-day to 24 hrs

💸 What’s the Cost of MOFA Degree Attestation?

Stage	Approximate Fee
Home country attestations	Varies (AED 100–500)
UAE Embassy in home country	AED 150–300
MOFA UAE Attestation	AED 150–450
Translation (if needed)	AED 60–100
Agent service fee	AED 100–200

Can I Do It Myself or Should I Hire a Service?

You can do it yourself, but it’s often time-consuming — especially if:

• You’re still abroad

• You don’t speak Arabic

• You’re unsure which authorities to contact

That’s why many people use professional attestation services, such as Amazon Attestation Services, to avoid errors, delays, or rejections.

🙋 Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I get MOFA attestation without UAE Embassy stamp?

A: No. MOFA UAE requires your degree to be first attested by the UAE Embassy in the country of origin.

Q: Is Arabic translation mandatory?

A: Yes, if your certificate is not in English or Arabic, legal translation to Arabic is required.

Q: Can someone else attest my documents?

A: Yes, you can authorize a service provider to handle the attestation on your behalf.

Need Help with Degree Certificate Attestation?

Let Amazon Attestation handle it for you from start to finish.

We offer:

• Pickup & delivery across the UAE

• Legal translation to Arabic

• Express MOFA attestation

• Tracking and real-time updates

Locations: Dubai (Al Barsha, DIP), Abu Dhabi, Ajman

Call or WhatsApp: +971 545820984 Email: info@mofauae.com

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