UAE Embassy Attestation in Pakistan – Process, Fees & Requirements

Everything You Need to Know for Attesting Degrees & Documents for the UAE

If you're planning to work, study, or migrate to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from Pakistan, you’ll need to get your Pakistani documents properly attested and legalized to be accepted by UAE authorities. This applies to degrees, birth certificates, marriage certificates, power of attorney, and other legal or educational documents.

Let’s break down the entire process, costs, and time involved in UAE attestation from Pakistan.

How to Get Documents Attested in Pakistan for the UAE?

The UAE government requires your Pakistani documents to be verified by several departments before submission to the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA). Here’s the full attestation flow:

Step-by-Step Process:

1. Notarization (if needed) – from local notary public or university

2. HEC Attestation (for degrees only) – Higher Education Commission Pakistan

3. MOFA Pakistan Attestation – Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Islamabad or regional offices)

4. UAE Embassy Attestation – Embassy of UAE in Islamabad or UAE Consulate in Karachi

5. MOFA UAE Final Attestation – After reaching UAE

   
   

What Are the Requirements for Degree Attestation in UAE (From Pakistan)?

To attest your Pakistani degree for UAE use, you will need:

• Original Degree Certificate

• Transcripts/Mark Sheets (if required)

• HEC Attestation Stamp on degree

• MOFA Pakistan stamp

• Copy of valid Passport and CNIC

• UAE Job Offer Letter (optional but helps for embassy attestation)

• Attestation Form (provided by UAE Embassy)

• Attestation Fee (bank draft or cash, as per latest guidelines)

How Much Is UAE Embassy Attestation Fee in Pakistan?

Document Type	Fee (PKR)
Educational Documents	PKR 5,000 – 30,500 (approx.)
Birth / Marriage / PCC	PKR 4,000 – 25,000
Commercial / Legal Docs	PKR 100,000+ (varies)
Translation (if needed)	PKR 1,000 – 4,000 per page
MOFA Pakistan Attestation	PKR 1,000 – 5,500

💡 Fees may change; always confirm with the UAE Embassy or attestation agent before applying.

⏱️ How Many Days Will UAE Embassy Attestation Take?

Here’s the estimated processing timeline:

• MOFA Pakistan Attestation: 1–7 working days

• UAE Embassy Attestation (Islamabad/Karachi): 3–10 working days

• Final MOFA UAE Attestation (in UAE): Same day to 2 days

Using an authorized attestation service or agent can speed up the process with pickup and drop-off options.

Where to Get MOFA Attestation in Pakistan?

You can visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pakistan regional offices in:

• Islamabad (Main Office)

• Lahore

• Karachi

• Quetta

• Peshawar

Submit documents early in the day for faster processing.

What Is the Attestation Fee for UAE Degree in Pakistan?

To summarize:

• HEC Attestation Fee: ~PKR 1,000 – 35,500

• MOFA Pakistan Fee: ~PKR 1,000–5,500

• UAE Embassy Attestation Fee: ~PKR 5,000–30,000 per document

• Translation (if needed): PKR 1,000–20,000 per page

• Total Estimated Cost: PKR 7,000–100,000+ per document

  
  

Final Step: MOFA Attestation in UAE

Once your documents reach the UAE, the final step is to get them attested by MOFA UAE. This confirms the document’s authenticity for use in employment, visa processing, business registration, and more.

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