UAE Attestation Service
Planning to make the UAE your new home – or at least, your new workplace or study destination? Before you can get started, your documents need to be given the green light. The UAE has pretty strict rules in place to ensure everything is above board. That can feel like a lot to handle at first-but with the right guidance, you’ll be just fine.
About Our UAE Legalisation Service
Our UAE Legalisation service ensures that your documents are fully authenticated and recognised by the United Arab Emirates authorities. We handle the entire process, from obtaining the necessary Apostille certification to UAE Embassy legalisation, ensuring your documents are ready for use in the UAE for both personal and business purposes.
Complete UAE legalisation service, including Apostille and Embassy legalisation.
Quick processing times with expedited services available for urgent needs.
Recognised by all major UAE authorities.
Trusted by thousands of clients for UAE document legalisation.
How to Submit Your Documents for UAE Attestation?
Sending your documents to L4U is easy. You can have them picked up from your home, send them by courier, or drop them off at our UK office yourself. Our team will guide you through every step and keep you updated on your application.
Step 1
Document Preparation
Prepare your documents and submit them to us for review. We will ensure they meet all UAE legalisation requirements.
Step 2
Apostille Certification
We obtain the necessary Apostille from the UK government, which is a prerequisite for UAE Embassy legalisation.
Step 3
UAE Embassy Legalisation
Your documents are then legalised at the UAE Embassy in London, ensuring they are fully authenticated for use in the UAE.
Step 4
Document Return
Once legalised, your documents are securely returned to you, ready for official use in the UAE.
01
Certification
Verifies the document is genuine
02
Apostille
Confirms UK validity for international use
03
Embassy Legalisation
Final stamp from the embassy for use abroad
We keep clients regularly updated at every step, so they always know exactly what’s happening and when.
No Surprises
No Chasing
Just Clear Updates.
- Every document must first be certified either by an SRA-registered solicitor or by a UK notary public (we advise which is required; solicitor certification is included unless a notary is specifically needed).
- The certified document must then obtain an FCDO apostille. Without this apostille, no embassy will legalise the document.
- Once apostilled, the document is submitted to the chosen embassy for final stamping.
A notary stamp alone is never sufficient; an apostille is always required before any embassy will act.
Types of Documents That Require UAE Embassy Attestation Service
The documents you need for UAE Embassy attestation depend on why you’re in the UAE. They are divided into three main types:
Personal Documents
Documents like birth, marriage, death and divorce certificates are important. You may need them for things like sponsoring family members, signing kids up for school or dealing with personal legal matters in the UAE.
Educational Documents
If you’re applying for a job, studying abroad or getting a professional licence your degrees, diplomas and transcripts need to be verified. In the UAE, employers and schools need to ensure your documents are genuine and from trusted sources.
Business Documents
If you’re starting or running a business in the UAE some documents need legal approval. These include contracts, company policies, board decisions and powers of attorney. Without this approval the law won’t accept them.
Legend:
= Solicitor Certification
= Notarisation Required
= Need the original
Government-Issued
Birth Certificate
Marriage Certificate
Death Certificate
ACRO Police Certificate
Criminal Record Check
DBS Certificate
Certificate of Naturalisation
Certificate of Impediment
Civil Partnership Certificate
HMRC Letter
Tax Certificate
Court-Issued Document
Immunisation Record
Power of Attorney (Personal)
Affidavit / Statutory Declaration
Parental Consent Letter
Financial Guarantee / Sponsorship
Letter of Authorisation
Invitation Letter
No Objection Certificate (NOC)
Medical Consent Form
Declaration for Property/Inherit.
Adoption Declaration / Agreement
Children Consent Forms
Other
Academic
Bachelor’s Degree Certificate
Master’s Degree Certificate
Degree Transcript
School Certificate
University Letter
Enrolment Letter
Degree Transcript
Reference Letter
Diploma Supplement
Degree Transcript
Results Statement / Transcript
Other
Business & Corporate
Certificate of Incorporation
Articles of Association
Certificate of Incumbency
Certificate of Free Sale
Companies House Documents
Board Minutes
Ben2 Form
Business Letters
Commercial Invoices
Authorised Representative Letters
Memorandum & Articles of Association
Shareholder Agreements
Trade Licences
ISO Certificates
CE Declarations
Power of Attorney (Corporate)
Business Authorisation Letter
Company Board Resolution
Other
What is UAE Embassy Attestation?
That’s where UAE Embassy Attestation comes in. It’s the process of proving your documents are genuine-and usable in the UAE. Officials scrutinise the signatures, solicitor certification, apostille certificate, and UAE Embassy stamps on your documents to make sure they’re legitimate.
Both your home country and the UAE work together to get this process wrapped up. Once your documents are approved, they’re good to go for jobs, studies or any other legal matters in the UAE.
Why Is UAE Embassy Attestation Required?
The UAE requires document attestation to prevent fraud and follow their laws. Attestation proves your documents are real and valid. Whether you’re applying for a job, enrolling in school or starting a business, this process is essential. Without it your papers may not be accepted in the UAE.
Choose Your Apostille Service
The UAE requires document attestation to prevent fraud and follow their laws. Attestation proves your documents are real and valid. Whether you’re applying for a job, enrolling in school or starting a business, this process is essential. Without it your papers may not be accepted in the UAE.
Our UAE Embassy UK Attestation Process
Getting your documents attested for use in the UAE may seem confusing but it’s actually a clear process to make everything legal. Here’s how Legalisation4You (L4U) takes care of it:
Notarisation (if applicable)
First we’ll have your documents checked and approved by a licensed notary public in the UK. This step is important because it proves your document, or any copies you’ve provided, are real and valid.
State Authentication (if required)
Some documents like school papers or personal files may need to be checked and approved by UK state authorities first. This step has to be done before you can use them for anything else.
MEA Attestation
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in the country the document belongs to verifies it. They authenticate it to be genuine by adding a stamp or signature. Back in the UK this process is done by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).
UAE Embassy Attestation
Once the MEA process is done the document goes to the UAE Embassy in London. The embassy stamps it to prove it’s legally valid to use in the UAE. This step ensures the document is officially accepted.
MOFA Attestation
Once your document reaches the UAE it needs to be approved by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA). This is the final step to ensure the document is officially accepted in the UAE.
Country-Specific Requirements for UAE Embassy Attestation UK
The attestation process is different for each country. In India, documents may need state HRD verification first. In the USA, both state and federal authentication must be done before Embassy attestation. For UK documents, FCDO certification is required before the UAE Embassy can handle them. Every country has its own rules, but L4U can help guide you through each step.
Timeframe and
Processing Options
The time it takes to finish the UAE Embassy attestation can vary. It depends on the type of document and the country where it was issued. Usually, it takes a few days to a couple of weeks. If you’re in a hurry, we can speed things up with faster processing options. We make sure everything stays accurate and follows the rules.
UAE Attestation Fees
The cost of attestation varies. It depends on the type of documents, how many you have, and the process in your home country. At L4U, we keep things straightforward. Our pricing is transparent and tailored to your needs. Need extra help? We’ve got you covered with services like document collection, doorstep delivery, and round-the-clock support. Every service we offer is designed to give you real value.
Complete Legalisation Package (Includes Solicitor Certification, Apostille & Embassy Submission)
Starting from
£225.00
(Includes Solicitor Certification, Apostille & Embassy Submission)
Contact Us for Expert Help with UAE Attestation Legalisation
Legalisation4You simplifies UAE Embassy attestation. With over 20 years of experience, embassy connections, and FCDO approval, we provide reliable help for students, businesses, and individuals.
Contact us today to make the attestation process simple and stress-free.
FAQs
Q
Is UAE Embassy attestation mandatory for all documents?
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No, not all documents need attestation. Usually, only papers used for legal, school, or work purposes in the UAE have to go through this process.
Q
Can I attest documents issued in a foreign language?
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Yes, but you’ll need to have the document translated into English or Arabic by a certified translator first. Without this, it can’t be approved. L4U offers professional translation services to help you get this done quickly and correctly.
Q
What happens if my document is rejected by the UAE Embassy?
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Mistakes or missing information can get your documents rejected. Wrong certificates can cause issues too. We know how frustrating and time-wasting that is. At L4U, we carefully check every single document. We make sure everything is correct and complete, so you don’t have to deal with delays or problems.
Q
Can I use scanned copies for attestation?
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No, the United Arab Emirates Embassy needs the original documents for attestation. They won’t take scanned copies unless they clearly ask for them.
