UAE Embassy Attestation Fees 2026: Complete Process from India to MOFA in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
UAE Embassy Attestation is the sticker the UAE Embassy in New Delhi or the Consulate General in Mumbai fixes on an Indian certificate after MEA attestation, so that UAE MOFA will accept it.
Direct answer: The UAE is not in the Hague Apostille Convention, so an MEA apostille alone is refused. An Indian document is verified in India (State HRD for education, SDM or Home Department for personal records, a Chamber for company papers), attested by MEA, attested by the UAE Embassy, and finally attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) inside the UAE before use.
Last updated: October 2026. HCCH Apostille status table checked 13 October 2026: the United Arab Emirates is not a contracting party, so the full legalisation chain still applies.
What is UAE Embassy Attestation and what are the key facts?
UAE Embassy Attestation is consular legalisation: each office confirms the signature of the one before it, ending with UAE MOFA, whose stamp MOHRE, ICP, GDRFA Dubai, schools and free zones look for.
| Point | Position for the UAE (October 2026) |
|---|---|
| Hague Apostille member? | No; the UAE is absent from the HCCH status table |
| India-side chain | Notary → State HRD / SDM / Home Dept / Chamber → MEA attestation → UAE Embassy |
| UAE missions that attest | Embassy in New Delhi; Consulate General in Mumbai |
| Final authority | UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), inside the UAE |
| UAE MOFA fee (official) | AED 150 per personal document; AED 2,000 per commercial document |
| Language | Arabic legal translation when a UAE authority or court asks |
| India-side time (approx.) | About 5 to 25 working days |
Apostille vs embassy attestation for the UAE: unlike Saudi Arabia, Oman and Bahrain, which now accept the MEA apostille, the UAE, like Qatar and Kuwait, still insists on MEA attestation plus its own embassy and MOFA stamps.
Who needs UAE Embassy Attestation, and for which visa?
Indians taking skilled jobs, sponsoring families, studying, practising medicine or opening companies in the UAE need UAE Embassy Attestation.
Employment visa and MOHRE work permit
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) records a skill level against each job title, and a graduate-level title normally needs an attested degree. Engineers, accountants, IT staff and managers therefore attest the degree first.
Family residence visa for spouse and children
A resident sponsoring a spouse shows an attested marriage certificate, and each child's visa rests on an attested birth certificate, usually translated into Arabic before ICP or GDRFA Dubai issues the visa.
Golden visa, schools and equivalency
- Golden visa: the 10-year skilled-professional route asks for a bachelor's degree or higher, attested.
- Degree equivalency: the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) recognises foreign degrees once the chain is complete.
- Schools: the Ministry of Education gives equivalency for school certificates from abroad; schools often want an attested transfer certificate.
- Healthcare: DHA (Dubai), DOH (Abu Dhabi) and MOHAP use primary source verification (DataFlow) for licences; employers still want the attested degree for the visa.
- Trade licence: free zones and economic departments want attested company papers from Indian shareholders.
How is degree certificate attestation for UAE done?
Degree certificate attestation for UAE passes five desks: notary, the issuing state's education department, MEA, the UAE Embassy and, in the Emirates, UAE MOFA.
- Notary and name checkNotarised and matched with the passport spelling.
- State HRDThe issuing state verifies it, via the university where required.
- MEA attestationThe CPV Division stamps it; attestation, not an apostille.
- UAE Embassy or ConsulateDelhi or Mumbai attests the MEA signature with its sticker.
- UAE MOFACompleted in the UAE online or at a service centre (AED 150).
Common papers: B.E./B.Tech, MBBS, nursing, B.Ed, ITI and diploma certificates, mark sheets and Class 10/12 certificates.
UAE Embassy attestation sample
This is a real UAE embassy attestation completed by INFINITYGRO. The document first receives the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) attestation stamp in New Delhi and then the legalisation stamp of the Embassy of UAE, New Delhi.
- Notary and state-level verification (HRD, Home Department/SDM or Chamber of Commerce, as the document needs)
- MEA attestation stamp with the signing officer's name
- Final UAE Embassy legalisation stamp, number and date
- Office drop-off in Delhi or tracked courier across India
Our sample shows a finished degree with notary seal, SDM verification, MEA stamp and UAE Embassy sticker.
What is the process for marriage certificate attestation for UAE?
Marriage certificate attestation for UAE runs notary → SDM or Home Department → MEA → UAE Embassy → UAE MOFA, with names matching both passports.
| Indian document | Why the UAE asks for it |
|---|---|
| Marriage certificate | Spouse's residence visa, joint tenancy, hospital and maternity records |
| Birth certificate attestation for UAE | Child's residence visa, school registration, passport-name matters |
| PCC attestation for UAE | Teachers, healthcare staff and certain government or security roles |
| Experience certificate attestation for UAE | Health licensing files, engineering and teaching posts, golden visa evidence |
| Divorce decree, POA, affidavit | Remarriage, property, bank and court matters |
A Passport Seva or RPO police clearance goes straight to MEA; a police-station PCC needs Home Department authentication first.
Which papers need commercial document attestation for UAE?
Commercial document attestation for UAE runs Chamber of Commerce → MEA → UAE Embassy → UAE MOFA (AED 2,000 per document).
- Certificate of incorporation, MOA and AOA for a branch, mainland LLC or free-zone entity
- Board resolution and company power of attorney naming the UAE manager or PRO
- COPP, GMP and free sale certificates for medicine and food registration
- Certificate of Origin, commercial invoice and packing list when a buyer asks
Since 1 February 2023, invoices for UAE imports of AED 10,000 or more are attested by UAE MOFA inside the UAE, usually by the importer.
What happens at UAE MOFA attestation after arrival?
UAE MOFA attestation is the last step, done inside the UAE on papers already carrying the UAE Embassy sticker. The holder or employer applies via the MOFA website or app (UAE PASS) or a service centre, paying AED 150 per personal and AED 2,000 per commercial document; laminated originals are refused.
What to check on your UAE attested document
When your UAE attested certificate comes back, compare it with this sample. Every seal should be clear and the details should match your passport.
- MEA stamp present and signed by the attesting officer
- Clear UAE Embassy seal with date and signature
- Name and details on the certificate exactly match your passport
- Original certificate is not laminated or damaged
Send a photo of your document on WhatsApp and we will confirm the route, time and fee for your UAE attestation.
Do Indian documents need Arabic translation in the UAE?
Often yes: UAE courts, ICP and notaries want an Arabic translation by a legal translator licensed by the UAE Ministry of Justice, made after MOFA so every stamp is covered.
How much are UAE embassy attestation fees in 2026?
UAE embassy attestation fees with INFINITYGRO start at ₹1,000–₹1,500 for a PCC; the UAE Embassy's fee varies by document and is included in our quote.
| Document | Our all-inclusive charge | Working days (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Police clearance (PCC) | ₹1,000 – ₹1,500 + UAE Embassy fee | 5 – 8 |
| Birth certificate | From ₹1,500 + UAE Embassy fee | 8 – 12 |
| Marriage certificate | ₹1,500 – ₹2,500 + UAE Embassy fee | 8 – 12 |
| Degree, diploma, mark sheets | Quoted by state/university | 10 – 25 |
| Commercial document | Quoted per document | 5 – 10 |
| UAE MOFA (paid in the UAE) | AED 150 personal / AED 2,000 commercial | Online or same-day |
What should I send, and which mistakes delay a UAE file?
- Send originals, passport copies and the employer's checklist.
- Laminated papers cannot take stickers.
- Fix name mismatches by affidavit first.
- INFINITYGRO, C-5 A/2 New Ashok Nagar, Delhi collects from any Indian city: WhatsApp +91 85955 58517 or call +91 85120 89575.
Where are the UAE Embassy and Consulate General in India?
| Mission | Confirmed details |
|---|---|
| Embassy, New Delhi | 12 Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021 |
| Telephone (Delhi) | +91 11 2611 1111 |
| Hours (Delhi) | Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. |
| Website (Delhi) | https://www.mofa.gov.ae/en/missions/new-delhi |
| Consulate General, Mumbai | Taj Wellington Mews, 7th floor, Room 703-33, Nathalal Parikh Marg, Colaba, Mumbai 400001 |
| Telephone (Mumbai) | +91 22 6636 9541 / 42 / 43; Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. |
| UAE MOFA call centre | 80044444 (inside the UAE) |
Details checked October 2026; confirm timings with the mission before visiting. Source: UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs mission pages (mofa.gov.ae).
UAE Embassy Attestation: frequently asked questions
Is UAE Embassy Attestation mandatory for a UAE job?
Yes, for most skilled posts. MOHRE records a graduate skill level only against an attested degree, so the full Indian chain plus UAE MOFA is normally finished before the work permit.
Does the UAE accept an MEA apostille?
No. The UAE is not a Hague Apostille party, so offices there want MEA attestation, then the UAE Embassy or Consulate stamp, then UAE MOFA attestation.
How much does UAE Embassy Attestation cost?
From ₹1,000–₹1,500 for a PCC, ₹1,500 upward for a birth certificate and ₹1,500–₹2,500 for a marriage certificate, plus the UAE Embassy fee; degrees are quoted by state.
How many days does UAE attestation take in India?
About 5 to 8 working days for a PCC, 8 to 12 for civil records and 10 to 25 for degrees, since State HRD speed differs between states.
Is marriage certificate attestation for UAE needed for a family visa?
Yes. ICP or GDRFA Dubai grants a spouse's residence visa against an attested marriage certificate, usually with an Arabic legal translation made after MOFA attestation.
Do children need birth certificate attestation for UAE?
Yes. Each child's residence visa and school registration needs a birth certificate attested by MEA, the UAE Embassy and UAE MOFA, with parents' names matching passports.
Can MOFA attestation be done in India?
No. UAE MOFA attests only inside the UAE, online or at a service centre, after the UAE Embassy or Mumbai Consulate General has attested the document.
Is PCC attestation for UAE required?
Sometimes. Most employment visas skip it, but teachers, healthcare workers and some government or security employers ask for a police certificate attested through MEA and the UAE Embassy.
Does a golden visa need degree attestation?
Usually yes for the skilled-professional route, which requires a bachelor's degree or higher; investor and property-owner routes rely mainly on financial and ownership documents instead.
Do doctors and nurses need attestation for DHA, DOH or MOHAP?
Often yes. Licences rest on primary source verification through DataFlow, yet hospitals still ask for the attested degree for the employment visa and MOHRE permit.
Can company documents be attested for a UAE trade licence?
Yes. Board resolutions, POAs and incorporation papers pass a Chamber of Commerce, MEA and the UAE Embassy; UAE MOFA then charges AED 2,000 per document.
Can I complete UAE attestation without visiting Delhi?
Yes. Courier originals from any Indian city or from the UAE; we finish the notary, state, MEA and embassy stages and send them back ready for MOFA.
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