Let’s talk about educational document attestation, a crucial step for anyone planning to work, study, or migrate to Dubai and other parts of the UAE. Whether you're applying for a job, higher education, or a visa, having your educational certificates attested ensures their legal validity in the UAE.
The process of educational document attestation involves the following key steps:
Notarization: The first step is to have the educational document (e.g., degree certificate, diploma) notarized by a public notary in the country where it was issued. This confirms the document’s authenticity.
Attestation by the Ministry of Education or Equivalent Authority: In many cases, the document must then be certified by the Ministry of Education or the relevant body in the issuing country.
Attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA): The next step is to have the document authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the issuing country.
UAE Embassy/Consulate Attestation: After MOFA attestation, the document must be attested by the UAE Embassy or Consulate in the issuing country.
UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) Attestation: The final step is attestation by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in Dubai or another emirate.
Each step ensures the educational certificate is legally acceptable and can be used for official purposes in Dubai. Since the process can be complex and may vary depending on the issuing country, many people prefer hiring professional attestation services to manage it effectively.
If you’ve been through the educational document attestation process or know of reliable service providers, please share your experience and advice! Your insights could help others save time and effort.
