Everything you need to know before applying for jobs, visas, or university admissions in UAE, Saudi, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, Malaysia & more.

Introduction

If you’re planning to work abroad, study in a foreign university, migrate, or apply for professional licensing, the first mandatory step is Degree Certificate Attestation. Countries like the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, and Malaysia follow strict verification rules to ensure your degree is genuine and issued by a recognized institution.

This guide is written by an expert with deep experience in the attestation industry, giving you clear, simple, accurate, and up-to-date information on the entire process — from HRD to MEA, Embassy, Apostille, and MOFA.

TrueWay International provides these services across Kerala, Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai, and all over India with complete document handling and door-to-door assistance.

What Is a Degree Certificate Attestation?

Degree Certificate Attestation is the process of verifying and authenticating your university degree so that it becomes legally valid in another country.

It confirms:

• The degree is original & issued by a recognized Indian university
• The details match government/university records
• The certificate is not forged or altered
• You are qualified for the job or education you’re applying for

Without attestation, no foreign employer, university, or government authority will accept your degree for visa processing, licensing, hiring, or higher education.

Who Needs a Degree Certificate Attestation?

Attestation is essential for:

✔ Overseas Employment

Engineers, teachers, IT professionals, hotel management graduates, accountants, architects, designers, skilled workers, etc.

✔ Higher Studies Abroad

Masters, PhD, professional courses in UAE, Europe, UK, Canada, Australia & Malaysia.

✔ Migration & PR Applications

Country embassies require verified documents for eligibility checks.

✔ Dependent Visa / Family Visa

Some GCC countries require attested degrees to process spouse or child visas.

If your goal is job, study, migration, licensing, or relocation, attestation is mandatory.

Why GCC Countries Require Degree Certificate Attestation

The GCC job market is highly regulated. Countries like:

• UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi)
• Saudi Arabia
• Qatar
• Kuwait
• Oman
• Bahrain
• Malaysia

verify every degree to prevent fraud and ensure the candidate is qualified.

Incorrect or incomplete attestation can lead to:

❌ Visa rejection

❌ Job cancellation

❌ Licensing denial

❌ Equivalency rejection

❌ Embassy rejection

A proper attestation eliminates all these risks.

Degree Certificate Attestation – Step-by-Step Process (India)

HRD / SDM → MEA → Embassy → MOFA

Here is the exact workflow followed for Indian degree certificates:

1. HRD Attestation (Human Resource Development Department)

HRD is the most important step for university degrees.

The HRD department checks:

• Student enrollment & registration
• University records
• Marksheets & consolidated mark list
• Year of passing
• Certificate validity

HRD is required for most skilled employment visas.

2. SDM Attestation (Sub-Divisional Magistrate)

SDM is an alternative to HRD when:

• HRD is slow (some states take 20–30 days)
• The degree does not require HRD
• You want fast-track attestation

Many GCC countries accept SDM.

3. MEA Attestation (Ministry of External Affairs)

The MEA verifies the State Attestation (HRD/SDM) and applies their official seal.

MEA attestation is mandatory for:

• UAE
• Saudi Arabia
• Qatar
• Kuwait
• Bahrain
• Oman
• Malaysia

If the destination country is part of the Hague Convention, the MEA will issue an Apostille instead of a regular attestation.

⚠️ GCC countries do NOT accept Apostille. Embassy attestation is required.

4. Embassy Attestation (Country-Specific Authentication)

Your document is then submitted to the respective embassy:

• UAE Embassy
• Saudi Embassy
• Qatar Embassy
• Kuwait Embassy
• Oman Embassy
• Bahrain Embassy
• Malaysian Embassy

Each embassy verifies the seals and confirms the degree is valid for their country.

5. MOFA Attestation (Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Destination Country)

Once you arrive abroad, MOFA completes the final verification.

MOFA attestation is mandatory for:

• Employment contract approval
• Work visa stamping
• Professional licensing
• University admission
• Residence visa processing

Documents Required for Degree Certificate Attestation

• Original degree certificate
• Passport copy
• Marksheet / consolidated mark list
• Bonafide letter (if required)
• Offer letter / admission letter (optional)
• Passport-size photos (varies by country)

TrueWay ensures all documents are checked and verified before starting attestation.

Country-Wise Degree Attestation Requirements

🇦🇪 UAE (Dubai / Abu Dhabi) Degree Attestation

Process: HRD/SDM → MEA → UAE Embassy → MOFA UAE

Used for: Employment visas, licensing (DHA/HAAD), equivalency.

Read the full process in our complete guide: UAE Educational Certificate Attestation.

🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia (KSA) Degree Attestation

Includes cultural attestation + Enjaz verification.

Used for: Saudi Council licensing, company visas, medical jobs.

For a detailed breakdown of the process, refer to our guide on Saudi Educational Certificate Attestation.

🇶🇦 Qatar Degree Attestation

Mandatory for: QCHP licensing, work visas, university admissions.

Full requirements explained here: Qatar Educational Certificate Attestation.

🇰🇼 Kuwait Degree Attestation

Used for: Skilled worker visas, hospital jobs, private-sector hiring.

Detailed process available in: Kuwait Educational Certificate Attestation.

🇴🇲 Oman Degree Attestation

Required for: Employment, Ministry approvals, visa stamping.

Learn more in our dedicated guide: Oman Educational Certificate Attestation.

🇧🇭 Bahrain Degree Attestation

Used for: LMRA processing, licensing, residency, job visas.

Complete procedure covered here: Bahrain Educational Certificate Attestation.

🇲🇾 Malaysia Degree Attestation

Required for: University admissions, equivalency, professional licensing.

Full instructions available in: Malaysia Educational Certificate Attestation.

Timeline for Degree Certificate Attestation

Approximate processing times:

• HRD / SDM: 7–25 working days
• MEA: 1–2 working days
• Embassy: 3–10 working days
• MOFA: 1–3 working days

Urgent and fast-track options are available depending on the country.

Apostille / MEA / HRD / MOFA Services by TrueWay International

TrueWay International provides:

✔ HRD Attestation (State-Level Authentication)

For all universities across India.

✔ MEA Attestation (Delhi / Regional MEA Centres)

Mandatory for foreign use.

✔ Embassy Attestation

UAE, Saudi, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, Malaysia & more.

✔ Apostille Attestation

For Europe & 100+ Hague Convention countries.

✔ MOFA Attestation Support

Guidance for final attestation done abroad.

✔ University Verification

Direct verification from universities (if required for Saudi).

Service Locations – Across Kerala, Bangalore, Chennai & All Over India

TrueWay International provides:

📍 Kerala

Kochi, Trivandrum, Calicut, Thrissur, Kottayam, Kannur, etc.

📍 Karnataka

Bangalore (all areas), Mangalore, Mysore.

📍 Tamil Nadu

Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai.

📍 Pan-India

Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Ahmedabad & more.

📦 All-India Pickup & Delivery

Doorstep collection and safe handling of your degree certificate.

Why Choose TrueWay International?

• 10+ years expertise in GCC attestation
• 100% secure document handling
• Fast-track and urgent processing available
• Dedicated team for HRD / MEA / Embassy coordination
• Transparent tracking & updates
• Zero rejection record
• Affordable pricing

TrueWay manages the entire attestation journey so you don’t have to visit any department in person.

Conclusion

Degree Certificate Attestation is a mandatory process for anyone planning to work, study, migrate, or settle abroad—especially in GCC countries like the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, and Malaysia. Since it is a time-bound and document-sensitive procedure, choosing the right attestation partner can save you from unexpected delays, rejections, and repeated visits to government offices.

At Trueway International, we simplify the entire attestation journey—from HRD, MEA, Apostille, and MOFA attestation to embassy and consulate formalities. With service coverage across Kerala, Bangalore, Chennai, and all over India, we ensure fast, secure, and reliable support for all applicants. Whether it's Degree Certificate Attestation, Educational Certificate Attestation, or any related document authentication, our team ensures complete accuracy and end-to-end assistance.

Start your attestation process today with a trusted and experienced service provider—because your future abroad deserves hassle-free preparation.