Attestation & Certificate Equivalency Services in the UAE
And 120+ Countries
And 120+ Countries
Whether you’re relocating for work, enrolling in a UAE institution, sponsoring family, or setting up a business, your documents need to be officially recognized before they hold any legal weight in the country. Businesssetups uae manages the entire attestation and equivalency process on your behalf accurately, quickly, and without the back-and-forth that usually comes with government paperwork.
What Is Document Attestation?
Attestation is the process of verifying that a document a degree certificate, marriage certificate, commercial invoice, or power of attorney is genuine and legally valid for use in the UAE. It typically involves a chain of approvals starting in the document’s country of origin and ending with UAE authorities such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and, where applicable, the UAE Embassy.
Without proper attestation, documents issued outside the UAE even original ones often can’t be used for visas, employment, business licensing, university admissions, or legal proceedings inside the country.
What Is Certificate Equivalency?
Certificate equivalency (also called equivalence certification) applies mainly to educational qualifications. It’s an additional step, usually handled through the UAE Ministry of Education, that confirms a degree or diploma earned abroad matches recognized UAE education standards. Many employers, universities, and government bodies in the UAE require this before accepting a foreign qualification for jobs, further study, or professional licensing.
Our Attestation Process
Documents We Help Attest
Educational Documents
1. Degree certificates and diplomas
2.Transcripts and mark sheets
3. School leaving certificates
4. Training and professional certifications
Personal Documents
1. Marriage certificates
2. Birth certificates
3. Divorce decrees
4. Police clearance certificates
Commercial Documents
1. Certificates of incorporation
2. Power of attorney
3.Commercial invoices and trade licenses
4. Board resolutions and MOAs
Why Choose US for Attestation Services
- End-to-end handling – From your home country to UAE government counters, we coordinate every stage of the chain.
- Experience across document types – Educational, personal, and commercial attestation handled under one roof.
- Faster turnaround – Established processes and direct familiarity with UAE authorities reduce unnecessary delays.
- Transparent process and pricing – Clear timelines and costs communicated upfront, with regular status updates.
- Part of a wider service network – Already working with us on visas, company formation, or PRO services? Attestation slots in seamlessly with the rest of your setup.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Attestation confirms your certificate is genuine; equivalency confirms it matches UAE education standards. Most employers and government bodies in the UAE ask for attestation, while equivalency is typically required for specific roles, licensing, or further academic study we’ll confirm exactly what your situation needs.
Timelines vary by document type and issuing country, since each involves a different chain of authorities. We’ll give you a realistic timeline once we review your specific documents.
In many cases, yes — home country steps can sometimes be coordinated remotely through notaries or authorized agents, with the final UAE-side attestation completed locally.
Yes. We regularly attest commercial documents such as trade licenses, MOAs, and powers of attorney for businesses setting up or operating in the UAE.