Document attestation is a fundamental process that verifies the legitimacy of official documents in the United Arab Emirates.
In the past, the attestation process for basic documents was quite complex, but the authorities have now simplified the procedure. If you’re looking to get your marriage certificates attested in this Middle Eastern country through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the process is relatively straightforward.
The attested documents are valid for various purposes within the UAE, but some individuals are not completely familiar with the process.
Pakistan Observer provides the ultimate guide to document attestation in the UAE. Numerous documents issued in the Emirates or other countries require attestation, including college and university diplomas, transcripts, birth and marriage certificates, health reports, and employment contracts.
Documents Attestation in UAE 2024
1- You need to ensure that you have all the necessary documents. The documents must be original, in English or Arabic, attested by authorities from other countries, and not encased in plastic.2- You need to visit the portal of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the UAE. You can access the site using the UAE Pass for quick authentication; otherwise, registration is required.
3- You need to visit ‘Access Attestation Service Navigate’, click on the ‘Services for Individuals’ section, and select ‘Documents Attestation.’
4- You need to upload all the required documents and select all options, including the country of origin, and choose the preferred courier service. You can attest more than one certificate at a time.
5- You need to make a payment through various channels, with fees varying based on the type of document and purpose.
6- Handover of documents is to schedule the with the selected courier service at the specified time and location.
7- You will receive the attested documents within three working days via courier.
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