Embassy & Consulate Attestation Coordination — Fast, Clear, Compliant
We coordinate embassy and consulate attestation for personal and commercial documents across the UAE. From document review and translation coordination to submission and collection, we streamline the legalization process and keep you updated at every step.
Overview
AL SAHRAA assists individuals and businesses with attestation and legalization requirements from embassies and consulates in the UAE. We review documents for compliance, coordinate certified translations when needed, and submit paperwork to the relevant embassy or consulate on your behalf. Our service includes liaison with government and external offices, tracking application progress, and arranging secure collection or delivery of attested documents. We provide clear timelines and cost estimates based on the embassy's requirements and document type. We tailor the approach for different document types—educational certificates, commercial documents, powers of attorney, and personal legal documents—ensuring that each step follows the specific authentication chain required by the target embassy or consulate. Communication is provided in English and Arabic as needed. If specialist legal review is necessary, we can refer you to a licensed UAE lawyer or coordinate lawyer appointments and document delivery to them for review, ensuring continuity between attestation and any legal advisory needs.
What to prepare
- Original document(s) to be attested (degree certificate, commercial invoice, power of attorney, etc.)
- Clear copy of passport or Emirates ID of applicant
- Company trade license (for commercial documents)
- Notarized translation if document is not in Arabic or English
- Power of attorney (if a representative will submit/collect on your behalf)
- Previous attestation stamps if part of a multi-step legalization chain
- Proof of payment or fee authorization (when applicable)
How the process works
- Initial intake: receive documents, confirm purpose and target embassy/consulate
- Document review: check original documents, identify additional requirements (translation, notarization)
- Translation & notarization coordination: arrange certified translation and notarization if required
- Submission: file documents with the appropriate embassy/consulate and pay required fees
- Tracking & updates: monitor application progress and notify client of status changes
- Collection & delivery: collect attested documents and return via secure delivery or client pickup
Why clients choose AL SAHRAA
- Admin-reviewed quotations before you proceed.
- Document coordination and progress tracking in one portal.
- Support for business, compliance, visa, insurance, and IT-related requests.
- Clear request history, updates, and delivery follow-up.
Frequently asked questions
Which documents require embassy or consulate attestation?
Common documents include educational certificates, marriage/divorce certificates, powers of attorney, commercial invoices and company documents. Requirements depend on the receiving country and the document type.
How long does the attestation process take?
Timing varies by embassy/consulate and document type. Typical ranges are from a few days to several weeks. We provide an estimated timeline after reviewing your documents and the target embassy's processing times.
Do documents need certified translation before attestation?
Some embassies require documents in a specific language. If a certified translation is needed, we arrange and coordinate the translation and any notarization as part of the service.
Can you submit documents on my behalf?
Yes. With a signed power of attorney or authorized representative form, we can submit, track and collect documents from the embassy or consulate on your behalf.
What if my document is already attested by another authority?
We review existing stamps to determine whether further legalization is required for the target embassy. In many cases, a prior attestation by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs or local notary is part of the chain.
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