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UAE Embassy Attestation Service in India

Taking an Indian certificate to the UAE for a job, a family visa, study or a company? It has to be attested first: by the state, by the Ministry of External Affairs of India, and then by the UAE. The UAE attestation is now one digital page that carries both the UAE Embassy and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs. We collect your documents, take them through each office and return them to you.

  • Original document and passport copy
  • Fee confirmed before you start
  • Updates on WhatsApp
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Notice: Trueway provides independent documentation support and is not affiliated with the Embassy of the UAE, the Ministry of External Affairs or any government authority.

UAE attestation: find your route

My document is a…

Educational document

Degree, postgraduate or PhD certificate

The steps

  1. State attestation: the HRD of the state that issued the certificate, or notary and SDM
  2. MEA attestation
  3. UAE Embassy and UAE MOFA attestation: done together in India, on one digital page

We need

  • The original certificate
  • A copy of your passport
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Educational, personal and commercial documents each take their own route. We confirm yours before you send anything.

What a certificate attested for the UAE looks like

Two pages: the back of the certificate with the Indian seals, and the attestation page of the UAE.

The Indian seals

The back of an attested degree certificate with a notary seal, an SDM seal and the MEA sticker and seal. Names and numbers are hidden.View larger

  1. Notary seal

    A notary public attests the document first: a round seal, the word Attested, an entry number and a signature.

    Notary attestation

  2. SDM seal

    The office of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate adds its seal and signature. For some countries and documents this step is the HRD or the Home Department of the state.

    SDM attestation

  3. MEA sticker and seal

    The Ministry of External Affairs confirms the signature of the SDM: a numbered sticker, the round seal and the signature of the officer.

    MEA attestation

The UAE attestation today: a digital page

The attestation page of the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs with the seal of the UAE Embassy in New Delhi. The reference number and the fees are hidden.View larger

  1. UAE Embassy attestation

    The seal of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in New Delhi, with the date of the attestation.

  2. UAE MOFA attestation

    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the UAE certifies that the attestation of the Ministry of External Affairs of India has been verified. The page is signed digitally.

  3. Reference number

    Each attestation has its own reference number. With it, the document can be checked on the verification page of the Ministry that is named on the document.

A real case, shown with the names, numbers, signatures and fees hidden.

Earlier and now

The UAE attestation used to be two stickers on the back of the document. It is now one digital page. The two can also meet on one certificate.

Earlier: two stickers (2023)

The back of a certificate attested for the UAE in 2023, with the Kerala authentication, the MEA stamp and seal, the sticker of the UAE Embassy and the sticker of the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Names, numbers and fees are hidden.View larger

  1. UAE Embassy sticker

    The sticker of the Embassy of the UAE in New Delhi, January 2023, with its barcode and number, next to the Indian seals.

  2. UAE MOFA sticker

    The sticker of the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, February 2023, with the round seal of a MOFA attestation centre.

A case of 2023. The same page also has the Kerala authentication, the MEA attestation and an apostille sticker added in 2026. Names, numbers and fees are hidden.

Embassy sticker of 2024

The back of a degree certificate with a notary seal, an SDM seal of Delhi, the MEA stamp and seal and the sticker of the UAE Embassy of September 2024. Names, numbers and fees are hidden.View larger

  1. UAE Embassy sticker

    The sticker of the Embassy of the UAE in New Delhi, September 2024, placed after the notary, SDM and MEA seals.

A real case, shown with the names, numbers and signatures hidden.

…and the digital MOFA page of 2026

The digital attestation page of the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs of September 2026, certifying the stamp and signature of the UAE Embassy in New Delhi. The attestation number, the fee and the signature are hidden.View larger

  1. UAE MOFA attestation

    The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs certifies the stamp and signature of the Embassy of the UAE in New Delhi: the date, the attestation number, the fee and the site to verify it.

  2. Digitally attested

    The page is signed digitally by the Ministry. Each page of the PDF carries the attestation number.

Shown with the attestation number, the fee and the signature hidden.

An older Embassy sticker, and the new MOFA page

Your certificate has the older UAE Embassy sticker? The UAE MOFA attestation can be done now as a digital page. The certificate above got the Embassy sticker in September 2024 and the digital MOFA page in September 2026.

EarlierNow
Where it isOn the back of the document, next to the Indian sealsOn a separate page issued by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs
UAE EmbassyA sticker and a round seal of the Embassy in New DelhiThe seal of the Embassy on the digital page
UAE MOFAA second sticker and sealDigitally attested by the Ministry, on the same page
How it is checkedA barcode and a number on each stickerOne reference number, checked on the Ministry's verification page

What UAE attestation is needed for

The UAE asks for attested documents for employment, family and study visas.

  • Educational certificates

    For an employment visa or work permit, a study visa, and the DOH and MOH licensing exams.

  • Personal documents

    Marriage and birth certificates for a spouse or family visa and for a child's school admission.

  • Commercial documents

    For registering a company, export and import, opening a bank account or starting a business.

How we handle it

Who does what, from your first message to the attested document.

  1. Step 1: Tell us the document

    You

    We confirm the route, the fee and the expected time for your document before you send anything.

  2. Step 2: We collect your documents

    Trueway

    The original document and a passport copy, at a branch or by courier.

  3. Step 3: We check them

    Trueway

    Names, dates and seals are checked before anything is submitted, so that an office does not send the document back.

  4. Step 4: Each office attests the document

    Authority

    The state office, the MEA and then the UAE: its Embassy and its Ministry of Foreign Affairs attest together, on one digital page. Trueway does not control these steps. We follow them and send you updates on WhatsApp.

  5. Step 5: We return the attested document

    Trueway

    At a branch or by courier, with every stamp checked.

The offices that attest

Each has its own page.

  • HRD attestation

    The state's Human Resource Development department, for educational certificates.

    HRD attestation

  • Home Department attestation

    The state's Home Department, for personal documents such as birth and marriage certificates.

    Home attestation

  • MEA attestation

    The Ministry of External Affairs of India: the national step, after the state.

    MEA attestation

  • MOFA attestation

    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the UAE. Its attestation is now on the same digital page as the Embassy's.

    MOFA attestation

Documents required

By kind of document.

Educational certificates
  • The original certificate
  • A copy of your passport
Marriage certificate
  • The original marriage certificate
  • The passport copies of husband and wife
Birth certificate
  • The original birth certificate
  • A copy of the passport
  • For a minor: the passport copies of the parents as well
Experience and medical certificates
  • The original certificate
  • A copy of your passport
Death certificate
  • The original death certificate
  • A copy of the applicant's passport
  • The passport copy of the deceased, if there is one (not mandatory)
Commercial document
  • The commercial document
  • The passport copy of the person who signs for the company

From Trueway's working checklist. Your exact list is confirmed after your enquiry.

Watch: UAE embassy attestation explained

Our team explains the attestation of documents for the UAE, step by step.

UAE Embassy Attestation | Complete Guide to Document Legalization

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What does it cost?

Connect with the Trueway team for the fee. It depends on the document and the route. We confirm it on WhatsApp, together with the expected time, before you decide.

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Good to know

  • Now a digital page

    The UAE no longer places stickers on the back of the document. Its attestation is a separate digital page with a reference number, which you can check online on MOFA Verify.

  • Embassy and MOFA together

    The attestation of the UAE Embassy and of the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs are now done together, in India.

  • Two routes to the MEA

    An educational certificate reaches the MEA through the HRD of its state, or through notary and SDM. A personal document goes through the Home Department or the SDM. We tell you which one fits your document.

UAE attestation guides

The route, the documents and the common mistakes, explained in full.

Google reviews

What clients say about their attestation

Google reviews that mention attestation or the apostille.

  • GOPIKA KRISHNAN G

    Good service..Thank youTrue way team especially ms.Archana for helping and support throughout my certificate attestation process.

  • Abishek S Kumar

    Thank you senior customer relations manager of trueway international Mary Jami mam for helping me getting my Saudi PCC and also it's MOFA Apostilation. Very very helpful.

  • Adv. Stephy Walter

    I had a very smooth experience with Trueway International for my certificate attestation. Special thanks to Mary Jemi for her support and guidance throughout the process. Everything was handled quickly and professionally. Highly recommended!

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Got questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers about UAE attestation.

What is UAE embassy attestation?

It is the UAE's confirmation that an Indian document is genuine. It comes after the state and the Ministry of External Affairs of India have attested the document, and the UAE asks for it for employment, family and study visas.

What are the steps of UAE attestation for a degree certificate?

First the state attestation: the HRD of the state that issued the certificate, or notary and SDM. Then the MEA attestation. Then the UAE attestation, in which the UAE Embassy and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs attest together on one digital page.

What is the difference between UAE Embassy attestation and MOFA attestation?

The Embassy of the UAE in India attests the stamp of the Indian Ministry of External Affairs, and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) certifies that it has been verified. They used to be two stickers on the document. Both are now on one digital page.

How do I check that my UAE attestation is genuine?

On MOFA Verify, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs' site at verify.mofa.gov.ae. Open Document Status, enter the attestation number from your attestation page and the date it was attested, pick the icon the site asks for, and submit. The site checks the authenticity and validity of the attestation.

Which documents are attested for a UAE family visa?

The marriage certificate for a spouse visa and the birth certificate for a child. For a marriage certificate we need the passport copies of husband and wife.

What are the steps to attest a marriage certificate for the UAE?

First the state attestation: the notary and the Home Department of the state that issued the certificate, or notary and SDM. Then the MEA attestation. Then the UAE Embassy and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, together on one digital page. We need the passport copies of husband and wife.

How is a birth certificate attested for a child's UAE visa?

The same route as other personal documents: notary and Home Department (or SDM), then the MEA, then the UAE Embassy and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs on one digital page.

Can commercial documents be attested for the UAE?

Yes. A commercial document is attested by the Chamber of Commerce first, then by the MEA, and then by the UAE.

Which documents do I need for UAE attestation?

The original certificate or document and a copy of your passport. For a marriage certificate we need the passport copies of husband and wife, and for a minor's birth certificate the passport copies of the parents.

Is the attestation done on the original document?

Yes. The stamps are placed on the original document, so the original has to be submitted.

How long does UAE attestation take?

It depends on the document and the state that issued it. We tell you the expected time for your case before you start, and send updates on WhatsApp at each step.

What does UAE attestation cost?

Connect with the Trueway team on WhatsApp. The fee depends on the document and the route, and we confirm it before you decide.

Is Trueway part of the Embassy of the UAE or the Ministry of External Affairs?

No. Trueway provides independent documentation support and is not affiliated with any council, embassy or government authority. Each stamp is given by the office itself, not by Trueway.

Attestation for other countries

Each country has its own last step. The Indian steps stay the same.

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