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First, have the certificate authenticated in the issuing country. This includes Notary Public followed by the State or National Department (e.g., Ministry of External Affairs). This confirms the document is genuine.
We handle the attestation for your Family Visa documents.
A marriage certificate with attestation stamps. Attestation confirms the validity of the seal and signature on the document for use in the UAE.
Marriage certificate attestation (also known as document legalization or authentication) is the procedure of certifying a marriage certificate so that it becomes valid in another country.
In the UAE, attestation confirms that the marriage certificate – whether issued in your home country or elsewhere – is authentic and has been duly verified by the proper authorities.
According to the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, attestation validates the “seal and signature on documents issued in the UAE or abroad”.
This means officials will check that the document was genuinely issued by the relevant authority (for example, a foreign marriage registrar) and then add their stamp or seal to legalize the document for use in the UAE.
Essentially, an attested marriage certificate is a legalized marriage paper that UAE government offices, courts, and other institutions can trust.
If you intend to use a marriage certificate in the UAE, it must be attested. UAE government bodies will not recognize a foreign marriage certificate unless it has undergone this verification process. Here are some common scenarios where marriage certificate attestation is mandatory.
Note: This attestation is also mandatory for Maternity Files. If you are expecting a baby, hospitals in UAE (like Latifa or Mediclinic) require an attested marriage certificate to open a delivery file.
When submitting a marriage certificate for attestation in the UAE, legal translation requirements have changed in recent years and now differ by emirate.
Dubai courts and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC) now accept marriage certificates issued in English without requiring an Arabic translation.
Previously, Arabic translations were mandatory, but this requirement has been lifted to simplify the process for expatriates.
In Abu Dhabi, a certified Arabic translation is still mandatory for marriage certificate attestation—even if the original document is in English.
The attestation process will not proceed without the translated version.
We stay up to date with all UAE legal requirements and can assist with marriage certificate attestation and official translations as needed, ensuring compliance whether you are applying in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or any other emirate.
For help with legal translation and marriage certificate attestation in the UAE, contact us today!
The total cost for marriage certificate attestation in Dubai can vary based on the service providers and specific requirements. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the costs involved:
| Attestation Stage | Estimated Fees (AED) |
|---|---|
| Notarization Fees | 100 – 300 |
| MOFA Fees (Home Country) | 200 – 400 |
| UAE Embassy/Consulate Fees | 210 – 400 |
| Translation Fees (per page) | 200 – 300 |
| Final MOFA UAE Fees | 153 + courier/service charges |
The total fees depend on the service providers, translation requirements, and courier charges. Ensure to verify all costs with your attestation agency for the most accurate quote.
Minimum Salary: To sponsor your wife in 2026, your registered salary must be AED 4,000 (or AED 3,000 + Company Accommodation).
The old physical stamping counters are replaced by the Digital Attestation System. We now submit your original certificate via courier to MOFA, and it is returned digitally attested within 48 hours.
Mandatory for all spouses over 18 years old (HIV & TB screening).
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