Which medical documents need attestation in UAE?

Medical fitness certificates for visa, vaccination records (especially for child schooling), specialist medical reports for insurance, and home-country medical records for UAE treatment.

How long does medical certificate attestation take?

Usually 5-10 working days for the full chain. Same-day MOFA UAE step available for urgent visa deadlines if prior attestation is done.

Where do I get medical certificate attestation done?

WhatsApp scan to +971 56 681 3996 or visit any of 5 Wordcraft UAE offices. We coordinate with hospitals and UAE health authorities.

Are medical certificates accepted from any country?

Yes — once attested through home-country MEA + UAE Embassy + MOFA UAE. Wordcraft handles all major nationalities.

How much does medical attestation cost?

Typically AED 400-900 depending on country and urgency. Send document via WhatsApp for free quote within 1 hour.

Can you also translate the medical certificate?

Yes — MOJ-certified Arabic translation included as part of the attestation package for non-English/Arabic documents.

Medical Certificates and Reports Attestation in UAE

A Medical certificate attestation in UAE, also known as a sick leave attestation, is a legal document that you can present to your employer as proof that you were absent from work for a period because of an illness for which you had received treatment at a hospital or home as per a doctor’s instructions. It primarily allows you to claim your healthcare benefits or other allowances as applicable.

Medical report attestation in UAE is also a significant one. Generally, there are numerous stages of attestation in the process of certifying a medical certificate or report. Starting with the country where it was issued and moving to the country where it is intended to be submitted, it must be attested by several authorities and departments.

You might need to have your medical certificate attestation in UAE for the reasons:

As proof of the prolonged leave time for regularization.
To claim health insurance.
To receive medical or other benefits from official authorities.
As proof of extended unapproved leave.

Procedure Passes Through:

First, attestation by the Home Department (from the home country)
Additionally, attestation by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) (from the home country)
Then, attestation by the Embassy/Consulate of the country of destination (from the home country)
Finally, Ministry of foreign affairs attestation from the country where the certificate is intended to use.

Documents required for Medical Certificate Attestation in UAE:

Passport copies
Two recent photographs
Letter from a reputable medical center or hospital

Why Wordcraft?

You may be worried about attesting a medical certificate or report. And in most cases, it’s important to submit it on time. We offer fast and the best medical certificate attestation in Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and all over UAE. Please read the necessary paperwork, the attestation’s purpose, and the specifics of the departments involved in the legalization procedure. Contact us for more!

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