How to Legalize a Personal Documents at UAE Embassy in Washington, DC
If you live in the UAE or plan to move there for work, you might need to attest your American documents. This multi-step process ensures your documents are legally recognized in the UAE for visa or business purposes. Let us handle the complexities so you can focus on your journey or business ventures.
Your documents will undergo multiple levels of verification through state and federal agencies to ensure their authenticity. Ultimately, they will be approved by the UAE Embassy, making them legally recognized for use in the UAE.
Step-by-Step Guide to the Document Attestation Process
- Obtain Certified Copies or Originals
Make sure you have the original document or a certified copy from the issuing authority (e.g., a state vital records office). - State-Level Authentication
The document must first be authenticated by the Secretary of State in the state where it was issued. This confirms the document’s validity and the authenticity of the notary or issuing authority. - Federal Authentication
After state authentication, the document needs to be authenticated by the U.S. Department of State Office of Authentications. This step ensures the document is ready for Embassy attestation.- For detailed instructions, visit the U.S. Department of State Authentication Services.
- UAE Embassy Attestation
Finally, the authenticated document is submitted to the UAE Embassy in Washington, DC for attestation. This step officially legalizes the document for use in the UAE.- Visit the official UAE Embassy website for specific requirements, fees, and submission guidelines.
By allowing us to manage this intricate process, you can focus on your exciting new journey or business endeavors in the UAE.
Additional UAE Embassy Information & Duration of the Process
Documents that you can legalize at the UAE Embassy in Washington, D.C.
Personal Documents
- Birth and Marriage Certificates: For residence visas and legal affairs, certified copies are required.
- Divorce Certificates: Certified copies are needed For legal recognition of divorce in the UAE.
- Death Certificates: Certified copies are required for estate settlement and other legal processes.
- Notarized State Police Clearance Certificates: Necessary for employment and residency visa applications.
Educational Documents
- Diplomas and Degrees: copy or original, needed for an employment visa.
- Transcripts: Notarized official academic records required a work visa.
UAE Embassy Document Authentication Rate
$
375
/
per document
- State Certification
- Federal Authentication
- Embassy Legalization
