Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation attestation for documents issued inside or outside the UAE — fast, reliable, government-approved.
View the ProcessMOFA Attestation is the final legalization step performed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC) in the UAE to confirm the authenticity, validity, and legality of documents for official use — whether issued inside or outside the UAE.
It is required for any document that will be presented to UAE government departments, immigration authorities, courts, or employers.
Educational certificates must be MOFA attested before they can be used for employment or study eligibility verification inside the UAE.
Personal documents such as marriage and birth certificates require MOFA attestation for family residency visa applications and dependent sponsorship processing.
Business documents including power of attorney, MOA and company records must be MOFA legalized before submission to UAE trade and commercial authorities.
MOFA attestation ensures that personal, academic and professional records are officially accepted by UAE courts, government departments and immigration.
A clear, structured process from document submission to official attestation seal.
Submit your already authenticated documents — notarised and embassy/issuing country attested where applicable — to the MOFA office or via the official MOFAIC e-services portal.
The Ministry verifies the authenticity of all stamps, signatures and seals on your documents to confirm they meet UAE legal standards.
Once approved, MOFA issues the official attestation stamp or seal, confirming that the document meets all UAE legal requirements and is ready for use.
Degrees, diplomas, transcripts and academic certificates from schools and universities worldwide.
Birth, marriage, death certificates, affidavits, police clearance certificates and personal records.
Power of attorney, memorandum of association, board resolutions, contracts and company records.
Standard processing takes 2–3 working days. Express options may be available for urgent requirements. Government attestation fees are set by MOFAIC.
Fees start from approximately AED 153 for individual documents. Commercial attestations are priced separately. Contact us for a tailored quote.
| Document Type | Est. Timeline | Gov. Fee (From) |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Certificate | 2–3 working days | AED 153 |
| Personal Document | 2–3 working days | AED 153 |
| Commercial Document | 3–5 working days | On request |
| Express Service | Same / Next day | On request |
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