If you are planning to work, study, settle, or conduct business in the UAE, MOFA attestation is a mandatory process to validate your documents. It ensures that your personal, educational, or commercial certificates are legally recognized by UAE authorities. At Stanford Global Attestation Services, we provide expert support for MOFA attestation, helping individuals and companies complete the process efficiently and without errors.
MOFA attestation is the official verification provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE. This attestation confirms that your documents are authentic and legally valid for use in the UAE. MOFA attestation is the final step in document legalization after embassy and government verification in the country of origin.
Documents requiring MOFA attestation include:
Educational certificates (degrees, diplomas, transcripts)
Personal documents (birth, marriage, medical certificates)
Commercial documents (contracts, invoices, business agreements)
Stanford Global Attestation Services ensures that every document is attested according to UAE legal requirements.
MOFA attestation is essential because:
It guarantees the authenticity of documents issued outside the UAE
Required for employment visa approvals
Necessary for student visa and university admission
Mandatory for family visa sponsorship
Needed for company registration and business operations
Essential for legal verification and court proceedings
Without proper MOFA attestation, documents may be rejected by UAE authorities, causing delays and legal complications.
Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees
Diplomas and training certificates
Transcripts and mark sheets
School certificates (Matric, Intermediate)
Professional course certificates
Birth certificates
Marriage certificates
Divorce certificates
Medical certificates
Police clearance certificates
Power of Attorney
Company registration certificates
Memorandum of Association (MOA)
Articles of Association (AOA)
Board resolutions
Commercial contracts and agreements
Invoices
Stanford Global Attestation Services provides MOFA attestation services for all these document types.
The MOFA attestation process in the UAE generally follows several steps:
The document must first be notarized to confirm authenticity.
The UAE Embassy in the document’s country of origin verifies and stamps it before submission to MOFA UAE.
The final attestation is done by MOFA UAE. This step legally validates your document for use across the UAE.
Stanford Global Attestation Services handles the entire process, ensuring smooth and accurate verification.
Processing time varies depending on the type of document and workload at MOFA. Typical timelines:
Educational documents: 5–12 working days
Personal documents: 3–10 working days
Commercial documents: 7–15 working days
Express services are also available for urgent requirements.
The cost of MOFA attestation depends on:
Type of document (educational, personal, commercial)
Number of pages
Embassy and government fees
Standard or express service
Stanford Global Attestation Services provides transparent pricing with no hidden charges, offering affordable and professional solutions.
MOFA attestation can be complex without professional assistance. Our services provide:
We manage every stage: Notary, Embassy, and MOFA attestation.
Quick turnaround times ensure your documents are ready when needed.
We guarantee safe handling and confidentiality of your documents.
Convenient options for busy professionals or companies.
Stay informed about your document’s progress at every step.
Our clients include students, professionals, families, and businesses who rely on us for accurate MOFA attestation services.
MOFA attested documents are widely used in the UAE for:
Employment visa approvals
Labour contract validation
Student visa and university admissions
Family visa applications
Opening corporate or personal bank accounts
Business licensing and commercial activities
Legal verification and court proceedings
With MOFA attestation, all documents are legally recognized across the UAE.
Yes, any document issued outside the UAE that will be used for official purposes requires MOFA attestation.
Yes, Stanford Global Attestation Services can manage the full attestation process on your behalf, even if you are outside the UAE.
Educational certificates, personal documents like birth or marriage certificates, and commercial documents like contracts or trade licenses.
Processing time typically ranges from 3–15 working days depending on document type and urgency.
Yes, express attestation services are available for urgent requirements.
MOFA attestation is a vital process for individuals and businesses planning to operate, study, or reside in the UAE. It legally validates your documents and ensures acceptance by all UAE authorities. Stanford Global Attestation Services provides expert assistance, handling all stages of MOFA attestation efficiently, securely, and professionally.
Whether it is educational, personal, or commercial documents, we make the attestation process hassle-free, saving your time, effort, and avoiding potential delays or rejections. Trust us for accurate, fast, and reliable MOFA attestation services in the UAE.
