Are you a U.S. citizen planning to live in the UAE for work, education, business, or to join family? If so, you'll need to attest to your U.S. certificates. Without this attestation, your American certificates won't be legally recognized in the UAE.
This guide from Bluemoon Attestation, a leading attestation service in Dubai, explains the process, requirements, and timeline for attesting U.S. documents for use in the UAE.
What is USA Certificate Attestation?
A USA certificate attestation verifies and legalizes your American documents so they can be used in the UAE. This process confirms the document's authenticity, making it legally acceptable in Dubai and the rest of the UAE.
Attestation is required for:
- Educational certificates (degrees, diplomas, transcripts)
- Personal certificates (birth, marriage, divorce, death certificates)
- Commercial documents (power of attorney, board resolutions, company registrations)
Why is USA Certificate Attestation Required in Dubai?
The UAE government requires all foreign documents to be attested for:
- Employment visa applications
- Higher education enrollment
- Family member sponsorship
- Business establishment or expansion
- Legal transaction completion
Without attestation, these activities may be delayed or rejected.
Step-by-Step Process of USA Certificate Attestation in Dubai
Bluemoon Attestation simplifies the attestation process into these steps:
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Notarization in the USA: A certified notary public in the U.S. must notarize your original certificate. This confirms the document's authenticity at the state level.
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State Authentication: The notarized document is submitted to the Secretary of State in the state where it was issued. This confirms the legitimacy of the notarization.
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U.S. Department of State Attestation: The document is then sent to the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., for federal verification.
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UAE Embassy Legalization (Washington, D.C.): After federal attestation, the UAE Embassy in Washington, D.C., legalizes the document, confirming it's ready for UAE authorities.
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MOFA Attestation in the UAE: Once in Dubai, the document receives final attestation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) UAE, completing the process.
Types of USA Documents We Attest
Bluemoon Attestation handles attestation for:
- Educational Certificates: Bachelor’s/Master’s Degrees, High School Diplomas, Transcripts, Online university degrees
- Personal Certificates: Birth certificates, Marriage certificates, Death certificates, Divorce decrees, FBI background checks
- Commercial Documents: Business licenses, Power of attorney, Invoices and contracts
How Long Does USA Certificate Attestation Take?
The timeframe depends on the document type and issuing state, but typically:
- Educational & personal documents: 15–25 business days
- Commercial documents: 10–20 business days
Bluemoon Attestation aims to expedite the process while meeting all legal requirements.
Why Choose Bluemoon Attestation in Dubai?
We offer fast, affordable, and secure documentation solutions.
Here’s why people choose us:
- 100% document safety and confidentiality
- Doorstep pick-up and delivery
- Experienced U.S. document handling team
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Real-time tracking and customer support
Our Dubai team works with U.S. authorities and the UAE Embassy to handle your documents carefully.
Cost of USA Certificate Attestation in Dubai
The cost varies by document type and urgency, but generally:
- AED 500 to AED 1,200 for personal/educational documents
- AED 1,000 to AED 2,000+ for commercial/legal papers
Bluemoon Attestation offers competitive pricing, group discounts, and bulk packages.
Final Checklist Before You Start
Ensure you have:
- Original U.S. certificate
- Valid passport copy
- Authorization letter (if using an agent)
- Supporting documents, if required
Contact Bluemoon Attestation Today
Let Bluemoon Attestation manage the entire USA certificate attestation process for you.
Call us at +971 54 289 0893
Email: [email protected]