The document attestation process in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) involves several steps to ensure the authenticity and legality of documents for various purposes. Here’s an overview of the typical process:

1. Notarization: The first step is to get the document notarized by a recognized authority in the country where the document was issued. This involves verifying the document’s authenticity and the signature of the issuer.

2. Legalization: After notarization, the document may need to be legalized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or equivalent authority in the country where it was issued. This step verifies the authenticity of the notary’s signature and seal.

3. UAE Embassy Attestation: Once legalized in the country of origin, the document must be attested by the UAE Embassy or Consulate in that country. This step confirms the authenticity of the document and its legalization by the relevant authorities.

4. Ministry of Foreign Affairs Attestation: After attestation by the UAE Embassy or Consulate, the document must be further authenticated by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE. This step verifies the document’s authenticity for use within the UAE.

5. Translation (if required): If the document is in a language other than Arabic, it may need to be translated into Arabic by a certified translator. The translation should also be notarized and attested by the relevant authorities.

6. Final Attestation by Relevant Authorities: Depending on the purpose of the document (e.g., employment, education, marriage), it may need to be attested by other relevant authorities in the UAE, such as the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Justice, or other government departments.

7. Submission of Documents: Once all the necessary attestations and approvals are obtained, the documents can be submitted to the relevant entity or organization for the intended purpose, such as visa applications, employment contracts, academic admissions, or legal transactions.