MOFA Attestation Document Issued From Abroad
Here's how to proceed:
Step-by-Step Procedure for MOFA Attestation of Documents Issued from Abroad:
Notarization (if applicable)
If the document you’re trying to attest is a private document (like a power of attorney or contract), it may need to be notarized first by a local notary public in the country where the document was issued.
For public documents (e.g., birth certificates, marriage certificates, academic certificates), notarization may not be necessary.
Attestation by the Issuing Country’s Authorities
- For Documents issued by a government body (e.g., birth certificates, marriage certificates, educational documents, etc.):
- The document must first be attested by the relevant authorities in the country of issuance. This usually means:
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) or a similar authority in the country where the document was issued.
- Example: If the document was issued in India, it must first be attested by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
- For Documents issued by a private entity (e.g., power of attorney, commercial contracts):
- You may also need to get them attested by local authorities like:
- The Chamber of Commerce or a local notary public in the country of issuance before you can proceed to the UAE embassy.
Attestation by the UAE Embassy or Consulate in the Country of Issuance
Once the document is attested by the relevant authorities in the country of issuance, the next step is to get it attested by the UAE Embassy or Consulate in that country.
For example: If you are in India, after getting the document attested by the Indian MOFA, you would need to get the same document attested by the UAE Embassy in New Delhi (or any other UAE consulate in the country).
This ensures the document is recognized by the UAE authorities.
Attestation by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFAIC)
- After the document has been attested by the UAE Embassy or Consulate in the foreign country, you must then have it attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC) in the UAE. This is crucial for using the document within the UAE, for instance, for visa purposes, residency, or legal procedures.
- You can either go to MOFAIC offices in the UAE or use a third-party attestation service.
- Documents Typically Required for MOFA Attestation in the UAE:
- Original document (attested by the relevant authorities in the issuing country).
- A copy of the document (if required).
- Valid passport copy (if you are in the UAE or using the document for visa-related purposes).
- Proof of legal residency in the UAE (if applicable).
- Payment of attestation fee (fees vary depending on the type of document and whether you use third-party services).
Receiving the Attested Document
Once the document has been attested by MOFAIC, you can collect it and use it in the UAE or for any other purpose where legal recognition is required
MOFA Attestation
MOFA Attestation Document Issued From Abroad
To get MOFA attestation for documents issued abroad (in a foreign country) in the UAE, you will need to follow a specific process that involves several steps. These steps are meant to ensure that foreign documents are authenticated and can be legally recognized in the UAE.
What is certificate attestation?
Certificate attestation is the process of authenticating documents for people migrating to other nations. This step is critical and important for international use, as attestation is required for persons traveling overseas for a variety of reasons. Helpline provides services to ease the certificate attestation process for you. What is the purpose of certificate attestation? The primary goal of certificate attestation is to confirm the legitimacy of your documents, giving you the confidence you require for legal and official processes overseas. This critical service ensures that your documents are legitimate and supplied by reputable authorities. It verifies the legitimacy of documents for usage in foreign countries. It guarantees compliance with international legal criteria. It allows the seamless completion of legal, educational, and employment procedures abroad.
Here's how to proceed:
Step-by-Step Procedure for MOFA Attestation of Documents Issued from Abroad:
1. Notarization (if applicable)
If the document you’re trying to attest is a private document (like a power of attorney or contract), it may need to be notarized first by a local notary public in the country where the document was issued. For public documents (e.g., birth certificates, marriage certificates, academic certificates), notarization may not be necessary.
2. Attestation by the Issuing Country’s Authorities
For Documents issued by a government body (e.g., birth certificates, marriage certificates, educational documents, etc.): The document must first be attested by the relevant authorities in the country of issuance. This usually means: Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) or a similar authority in the country where the document was issued. Example: If the document was issued in India, it must first be attested by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). For Documents issued by a private entity (e.g., power of attorney, commercial contracts): You may also need to get them attested by local authorities like: The Chamber of Commerce or a local notary public in the country of issuance before you can proceed to the UAE embassy.
3. Attestation by the UAE Embassy or Consulate in the Country of Issuance
Once the document is attested by the relevant authorities in the country of issuance, the next step is to get it attested by the UAE Embassy or Consulate in that country. For example: If you are in India, after getting the document attested by the Indian MOFA, you would need to get the same document attested by the UAE Embassy in New Delhi (or any other UAE consulate in the country). This ensures the document is recognized by the UAE authorities.
4. Attestation by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFAIC)
After the document has been attested by the UAE Embassy or Consulate in the foreign country, you must then have it attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC) in the UAE. This is crucial for using the document within the UAE, for instance, for visa purposes, residency, or legal procedures. You can either go to MOFAIC offices in the UAE or use a third-party attestation service. Documents Typically Required for MOFA Attestation in the UAE: Original document (attested by the relevant authorities in the issuing country). A copy of the document (if required). Valid passport copy (if you are in the UAE or using the document for visa-related purposes). Proof of legal residency in the UAE (if applicable). Payment of attestation fee (fees vary depending on the type of document and whether you use third-party services).
5. Receiving the Attested Document
Once the document has been attested by MOFAIC, you can collect it and use it in the UAE or for any other purpose where legal recognition is required
Certificate Attestation Procedure
The attestation process usually consists of multiple steps, often necessitating that the document be verified by various authorities in both the country where it was issued and in the UAE.
Notarization
The document may first need to be notarized by a notary public in the country of issuance.
Foreign Affairs Ministry
Following notarization, it is usually required to get the document attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (or equivalent) in the same country.
UAE Embassy/Consulate
The document then needs to be attested by the UAE Embassy or Consulate in the country of issuance.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)
Once in the UAE, the document must be attested by MOFA to ensure it is recognized within the UAE.
UAE Attestation
Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)
Once in the UAE, the document must be attested by MOFA to ensure it is recognized within the UAE.
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- Article of Association
- Certificate of Incumbency
- Power of Attorney (POA)
- Commercial Invoices Attestation
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Certificate of Good Standing
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