UAE Attestation is the process of validating Indian documents so they are legally accepted in the United Arab Emirates for purposes like employment, education, business setup, or residency visas. It confirms the authenticity of documents issued in India and is mandatory for many legal and official activities in the UAE.
Educational Documents
Degree, diploma, mark sheets
Personal Documents
Birth certificate, marriage certificate, divorce decree
Commercial Documents
Power of Attorney, Company Incorporation Certificate, MoA, invoices
Done by a local notary (usually for personal documents)
HRD attestation (for educational documents)
Home Department (for personal documents)
Chamber of Commerce (for commercial documents)
Central government stamp that confirms the document’s authenticity
Attestation by the UAE Embassy or Consulate in India
Final attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE
Often required after arrival in the UAE
Original documents (degree, birth certificate, etc.)
Passport copy of the applicant
Authorization letter (if using an agent)
Visa copy (if available, for employment cases)
Passport-size photo (some cases)
| Type of Document | Estimated Cost (INR) | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Educational | ₹5,000 – ₹12,000 | 7–20 days |
| Personal | ₹3,000 – ₹10,000 | 7–15 days |
| Commercial | ₹10,000 – ₹25,000+ | 10–20 days |
Costs vary depending on urgency, service provider, and document type.
| Purpose | Document Needed |
|---|---|
| Employment in UAE | Degree certificate (attested) |
| Family visa/residency | Marriage/Birth certificate |
| Higher education in UAE | Educational certificates |
| Company registration/partnership | MoA, Power of Attorney |
