Attestation

Cross-border attestation.

When a document crosses a border, every country in the chain has a step. We coordinate them so you don’t have to.

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At a glance

The usual chain is notarisation, the issuing country’s foreign ministry, the destination country’s embassy, then the final ministry stamp.

UAE MOFA

Final step in the UAE

Varies*

Timeline

Free

First consultation

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*Timelines depend on the issuing country, the embassy and the UAE authorities. We confirm an estimate after reviewing your documents.

Overview

What we coordinate

Into the UAE

Foreign documents prepared for use with UAE authorities.

Out of the UAE

UAE documents legalised for use in another country.

Remote handling

In many cases you don’t need to travel to the issuing country.

One point of contact

One advisor tracks every step across countries.

This page is general information, not legal advice. Requirements are set by the relevant authorities and can change; your advisor confirms what applies to you.

Documents

What you’ll need.

Requirements depend on both countries involved. Your advisor confirms the chain and checklist.

  • The original document (not laminated), in Arabic or English or with a legal translation
  • A copy of the document holder’s passport
  • An authorisation letter if we submit on your behalf
  • Any earlier stamps or certificates the document already carries
How It Works

How it works.

Step - 01

Free consultation

We confirm which stamps your document needs.

30 min · Free
Step - 02

Document check

We check the original against current requirements.

Before filing
Step - 03

Attestation

We submit and track each stage of the chain.

Timing set by authorities
Step - 04

Delivery

You receive the attested document and a copy for your records.

Updates at every stage

All timings are estimates and depend on the authorities involved. Ask an advisor about yours.

FAQ

Common questions.

Often not. Many steps can be arranged on your behalf, though some countries require the document holder or a representative to appear. We tell you upfront.

Each country sets its own processing times and requirements. That is why all timings we give are estimates.

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