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MOFA Attestation
Help with attesting educational, personal and commercial documents through the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).
OVERVIEW
About MOFA Attestation
Attestation is the official certification of a document so that it can be used for official purposes. In the UAE, it is provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) for personal and commercial documents.
Documents issued outside the UAE are usually attested first by the foreign ministry of the country that issued them, and then by the UAE embassy or consulate in that country, through MOFA’s attestation service. UAE-issued documents are attested by MOFA in the UAE. The exact route depends on the document and the country.
SERVICES
MOFA Attestation Services
Choose a service to see what it covers and what it may involve.
Educational Document Attestation
Degrees, diplomas, transcripts and school certificates.
Personal Document Attestation
Birth, marriage and other personal certificates.
Commercial Document Attestation
Company and trade documents.
GOOD TO KNOW
Who It Is For & Common Requirements
Who It Is For
- Residents using certificates for visas, employment or study
- Families using birth and marriage certificates for sponsorship
- Businesses using company documents
Documents That May Be Requested
- The original document to be attested
- Copies of your passport and, where relevant, residence visa
- Earlier attestations from the country of issue, where the route requires them
- A legally certified translation, if the document is not in Arabic or English
- Any other documents the relevant authority asks for in your case
The exact list depends on your case and the relevant authority.
Important to Know
- The attestation route depends on the document type and the country of issue.
- Some documents need earlier steps first, such as notarisation or attestation by the issuing country’s foreign ministry.
- Commercial invoices and certificates of origin go through MOFA’s separate electronic attestation service (eDAS).
Cost Factors
- Attestation charges of the authorities involved, which depend on the document and its route
- Costs of any earlier steps in the country of issue, or of translation, where needed
- Our service charges, which we can explain for your case before you proceed
Tabby or Tamara instalments may be available for selected services, subject to provider and service eligibility.
HOW WE HELP
How It Works
Tell Us What You Need
Contact us by WhatsApp or phone and tell us which service you need.
Check Requirements
We go through the documents and information your service may need. Requirements can differ by applicant and authority.
Prepare & Proceed
Once your documents are ready, we help you prepare and proceed with the next steps.
Follow-Up
We follow up with you on the next steps. Final decisions are made by the relevant authority.
Good to know: requirements can change and may differ depending on the applicant, the application type and the relevant authority. We do not guarantee approval; final decisions are made by the relevant authority.
WHY FAIHA
Why Choose Faiha
Local Support in Ajman
Visit us on Al Quds Street, Al Rashidiya 3, or reach us by phone, WhatsApp and email.
Clear Requirement Guidance
We explain what your service may need, and where requirements depend on your case, we tell you so.
Multiple Services
Visas, attestation, business setup, insurance, legal translation and more, in one place.
Direct Assistance
Talk to our team directly about your service and your next steps.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need attestation?
UAE authorities often ask for attested documents. For example, ICP lists an attested marriage contract and attested birth certificates for family residence.
My document was issued outside the UAE. Where do I start?
Documents issued abroad usually need attestation by the issuing country’s foreign ministry first, and then by the UAE embassy or consulate there. Send us the details and we will explain the route for your document.
Which documents will I need?
Requirements depend on the service, the applicant and the relevant authority, so there is no single list. Tell us which service you need and we can guide you on what to prepare.
Can I pay in instalments?
Tabby or Tamara instalments may be available for selected services, subject to provider and service eligibility. Government and third-party charges can differ.
Can Faiha guarantee approval?
No. Decisions are made by the relevant government authorities. We help you understand the requirements and practical next steps.
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TALK TO FAIHA
Get Help With MOFA Attestation
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