Solicitor & notary certification.
Documents issued in countries such as the UK are often certified by a solicitor or notary public before they can be legalised for the UAE. We coordinate the chain.
Certified abroadAt a glance
After certification, the document usually goes to that country’s foreign ministry and the UAE embassy, then UAE MOFA.
Abroad
Where it is certified
Varies*
Timeline
Free
First consultation
*Timing depends on the authority and on how quickly all parties can sign. We confirm an estimate after the consultation.
What we coordinate
Certification
Arranging certification by a solicitor or notary in the issuing country.
Foreign ministry
Legalisation by the issuing country’s foreign ministry.
UAE embassy
Attestation by the UAE embassy in that country.
UAE MOFA
Final attestation in the UAE.
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.
What you’ll need.
Requirements depend on the country and the document. Your advisor confirms the chain.
The original document- Passport copy of the document holder or signatory
- Any identification the certifying solicitor or notary requires
- An authorisation letter if we act on your behalf
What we handle for you
One advisor manages your file and keeps you updated at every stage.
- Mapping the chain for your country
- Coordinating certification abroad
- Embassy and MOFA steps
- Legal translation, if required
How it works.
Free consultation
We confirm which stamps your document needs.
Document check
We check the original against current requirements.
Attestation
We submit and track each stage of the chain.
Delivery
You receive the attested document and a copy for your records.
All timings are estimates and depend on the authorities involved. Ask an advisor about yours.
Common questions.
Certification for a foreign-issued document normally happens in the issuing country. We coordinate it with a solicitor or notary there.
UAE authorities generally require the full legalisation chain rather than an apostille. We confirm the current position for your country.
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