What you need to know
Document Attestation UAE
Document attestation in the UAE confirms that foreign documents are genuine and legally valid for official use. AEG manages the full chain: notarisation, home-country apostille or legalisation, UAE embassy attestation and final MOFA stamping. We handle degree certificates, commercial contracts, powers of attorney and family documents, returning them to you ready for submission. Our team tracks each step, handles translations where needed, and keeps your attestation on schedule for immigration, banking or court use.
What we handle for you
What AEG handles for document attestation
- Notary and apostille or legalisation coordination
- UAE embassy attestation in the issuing country
- Final MOFA stamping in the UAE
- Certified translations where required
- Personal, corporate and educational documents
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How it works
How AEG attests documents for the UAE
Document Review
We confirm the document type, issuing country and required attestation route.
Notary & Apostille
We arrange notarisation and apostille or full legalisation in the home country.
UAE Embassy
We submit documents to the UAE embassy or consulate for attestation.
MOFA Stamping
We complete final MOFA stamping inside the UAE.
Delivery
We return attested and translated documents to you or the authority.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions.
What documents need attestation for the UAE?
Degrees, marriage certificates, birth certificates, commercial contracts and powers of attorney often need attestation. AEG handles all types.
What is MOFA attestation?
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs provides the final stamp that makes an attested document valid for official use in the UAE.
How long does document attestation take?
Time varies by country and document type. AEG tracks every step and gives you a clear timeline.
Can AEG attest documents from Africa?
Yes. We coordinate notarisation, apostille or full legalisation, UAE embassy or consulate attestation, and MOFA stamping for documents from South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Egypt and other African countries.
Do attested documents need translation?
Arabic translation is sometimes required. AEG arranges certified translations where needed.
What is the difference between apostille and legalisation?
Apostille applies to Hague Convention countries. Non-member countries need full embassy legalisation. AEG checks the correct route.
Can commercial documents be attested?
Yes. Contracts, board resolutions, powers of attorney and certificates of incorporation can all be attested for UAE use.
How do I submit documents to AEG?
Send scanned copies for review and then courier originals. AEG manages the chain and returns attested documents to you.
Get your documents attested for the UAE
AEG handles notarisation, legalisation, embassy attestation and final MOFAIC stamping end to end.
