المحتوى التفصيلي لهذه الصفحة متوفر حالياً باللغة الإنجليزية.
MOFA attestation in Abu Dhabi is the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs' check of the signature and seal on a document, so it is accepted abroad or by UAE authorities. UAE-issued documents are first attested by the entity that issued them, then by MOFA; documents issued abroad are attested through the UAE mission in that country.
Need your documents attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the capital? Wordcraft‘s Abu Dhabi office provides MOFA attestation in Abu Dhabi for personal, educational and commercial documents — including any Arabic legal translation the process requires.
Documents We Attest
- Educational certificates — degrees, diplomas, transcripts.
- Personal documents — birth, marriage and police-clearance certificates.
- Commercial documents — contracts, invoices and powers of attorney.
Why Wordcraft in Abu Dhabi?
- Timing confirmed in your quote, based on your document’s route and MOFA’s published service times.
- MOJ-approved translation + attestation under one roof.
- Real local office in Abu Dhabi (since 2019) — plus Dubai, Sharjah & RAK.
Get MOFA Attestation in Abu Dhabi — Fees Confirmed in Writing
Send us your document and we handle the full MOFA chain, including pickup and delivery across Abu Dhabi.
Documents You Need
- The original certificate or document (not a copy)
- A copy of the certificate holder's passport
- For educational certificates: the transcripts or mark sheets, if the issuing authority or your employer asks for them
- A copy of your UAE visa or Emirates ID, if you are a resident
- A signed authorisation letter, if Wordcraft handles the home-country and embassy steps for you
Who Needs This Service
Residents and companies in Abu Dhabi need UAE MOFA attestation before a document is accepted — for most documents issued abroad it is now completed digitally by the UAE embassy in the issuing country, while UAE documents going abroad are attested by MOFA before the destination embassy. Typical cases:
- Employment and residence visas — especially for professional job titles
- Family sponsorship (marriage and birth certificates)
- School and university admission and certificate equivalency
- Professional licensing with health, education and engineering authorities
- Property, banking, inheritance and court matters
Visit Our Abu Dhabi Office for MOFA Attestation
MOFA attestation for Abu Dhabi customers is handled by our Hamdan Street team: Al Ghaith Tower, Office 1760 on the 17th floor, Hamdan Street, Abu Dhabi. The team prepares your document, completes the steps that must come before MOFA, submits the attestation and sends you the verified result.
- When we are open: weekdays 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM, Saturdays 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Sunday off.
- Reach the Abu Dhabi team: 050 146 2674 (office) or +971 50 616 0468 on mobile and WhatsApp.
- Email: auh@wordcraft.ae
MOFA attestation is now digital
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs now issues attestations digitally, with online verification instead of paper stickers. For a document issued in the UAE (a degree from a UAE university, a commercial document or a notarized power of attorney), the issuing authority's step comes first, then MOFA, then the destination country's embassy if the document is going abroad. For a document issued abroad, the UAE embassy in that country now completes the MOFA attestation digitally in the same step in most cases, so no separate MOFA step is needed in Abu Dhabi. We confirm which route applies to your document in your free quote.
Documents we most often take through MOFA in Abu Dhabi
- Degrees and transcripts from UAE universities, for use abroad or for further study
- Powers of attorney and affidavits notarized in Abu Dhabi and going abroad
- Commercial documents (trade licenses, certificates of incorporation and board resolutions) for foreign banks, partners and embassies
- UAE-issued birth and marriage certificates for use in the home country
Before you come to the office
- Bring the original document and your passport copy, or send clear photos on WhatsApp first
- Tell us where the document will be used: in the UAE or in which country abroad
- Check whether an Arabic translation is required; our MOJ-certified legal translators in the same office can prepare it
Originals are collected and returned free, and we confirm the collection slot for your area when you order. Directions and the office's 5.0★ Google rating (129 reviews) are on the Abu Dhabi Hamdan Street office page; for the full MOFA process, see MOFA attestation.
How long each step takes
The times below are the ones the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs publishes for its own service. Steps handled by other authorities depend on that authority, and we confirm the full timeline for your document in writing before we start.
| Step | Who does it | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| Check the document, the destination country and the right route | Wordcraft Abu Dhabi team | Depends on the document; confirmed in your quote |
| Attestation by the UAE entity that issued the document, where required | The issuing government entity | Depends on that entity |
| Arabic legal translation, if the document is not in Arabic or English | Wordcraft's MOJ-certified legal translators | Depends on length and language |
| MOFA digital attestation (eligible UAE-issued digital documents) | UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs | Within 2 hours during official working hours |
| MOFA attestation through an approved courier (UAE-issued documents) | UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the approved courier provider | 1–3 business days |
| Attestation of a document issued outside the UAE, by courier | The UAE mission in the issuing country | Up to 7 business days |
| Legalisation by the destination country's embassy, if that country requires it | The destination country's embassy | Depends on the embassy |
Which MOFA route applies, digital or courier, is decided automatically by MOFA based on the issuing authority and the document type.
Documents you need, by case
| Your case | What to send us |
|---|---|
| UAE university degree or transcript for use abroad | The original degree and transcript with any attestation the issuing entity requires, a passport copy, and the country where it will be used |
| UAE birth or marriage certificate for use in your home country | The original certificate (or the original digital PDF with its QR code or reference number), passport copies of the people named, and the destination country |
| Power of attorney or affidavit signed in Abu Dhabi for use abroad | The draft or the notarized document, the signatory's passport and Emirates ID copies, and the destination country |
| Company documents (trade licence, board resolution, memorandum of association) | The document certified by the authority that issued it, a trade licence copy, the authorised signatory's ID copy, and the destination country |
| Document issued outside the UAE for use in Abu Dhabi | The original with the UAE mission's attestation from the issuing country, plus a passport copy if it needs Arabic translation |
MOFA's own rules apply to every case: documents must be in Arabic or English or come with a legally certified translation, must not be laminated, and digital documents must be the original PDF from the issuer (not a scan or photo) with a verification feature such as a QR code, barcode or reference number. One application covers up to five documents on the same route. Commercial invoices and certificates of origin go through a separate MOFA system (eDAS), not this service.
Abu Dhabi authorities: who does what
- UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA): attests the signatures and seals on documents issued inside or outside the UAE. Applications are made online through the MOFA website or app with UAE PASS, and the service is available 24/7. Finished attestations can be checked on MOFA Verify.
- Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) notaries: powers of attorney, declarations and contracts signed in Abu Dhabi are notarized before MOFA attests them for use abroad. ADJD's English Notary Services Bureau notarizes English-language documents, including all types of power of attorney, contracts, declarations and board resolutions, without an Arabic translation, through ADJD's online notary portal.
- UAE missions abroad: for a document issued outside the UAE, the UAE embassy or consulate in that country handles the attestation; check that mission's website to see whether it accepts online submission.
Wordcraft is not a government office and not a notary. We prepare and translate your documents, arrange the notarization, and submit the attestation application on your behalf, then return the attested document to you.
Areas we serve in Abu Dhabi: collection and delivery across Abu Dhabi city, including Hamdan Street, Al Khalidiyah, Al Reem Island, Al Raha, Khalifa City, Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Mussafah, Yas Island and Saadiyat Island. For other parts of the emirate, ask us when you order.
Related guide: How to verify a MOFA attestation in the UAE (and what it looks like).
What decides the cost
- The type of document: personal, educational or commercial
- Where it was issued, and whether the issuing entity must attest it first
- Whether it needs notarization or an Arabic legal translation
- The destination country, and whether its embassy must also legalise it
- How many documents you send, and whether you need urgent handling or collection and delivery
Government fees are payable at cost. We confirm the exact fee and our service charge in writing before any work begins.
Contact the Abu Dhabi office
Wordcraft Abu Dhabi
Al Ghaith Tower, Office 1760, 17th floor, Hamdan Street, Abu Dhabi
Mobile: +971 50 616 0468 · Office: 050 146 2674
WhatsApp: Message the Abu Dhabi team
Email: auh@wordcraft.ae
Opening hours, directions and the map are on our Abu Dhabi office page. Related services: notary services in Abu Dhabi, certificate attestation in Abu Dhabi and equivalency certificate.
Official sources
- UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Documents Attestation
- MOFA Verify: check an attested document
- Abu Dhabi Judicial Department: English Notary Services Bureau
- Abu Dhabi Judicial Department: notary publics
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get MOFA attestation in Abu Dhabi?
UAE-issued documents are attested by the issuing authority and then by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) — now issued digitally with online verification. For documents issued abroad, the UAE Embassy in the issuing country now completes the MOFA attestation digitally in the same step, so no separate MOFA visit is needed in most cases. Wordcraft’s Abu Dhabi office handles the full chain — including any required Arabic legal translation — and returns your attested document to you.
How much does MOFA attestation cost in Abu Dhabi?
Wordcraft gives you a fixed all-in quote before starting — no surprises.
How long does MOFA attestation take in Abu Dhabi?
UAE-issued documents such as birth and marriage certificates are attested by MOFA online, usually within an hour. For other documents we confirm the timing in your quote before we start.
Do you collect and deliver in Abu Dhabi?
Yes — we offer document pickup and delivery across Abu Dhabi so you don’t need to visit in person.
Can I get MOFA attestation online in Abu Dhabi?
Yes. MOFA takes applications through its website and app, with UAE PASS login, 24 hours a day. Eligible UAE-issued digital documents go through digital attestation; other documents go through an approved courier, who collects the original. MOFA decides the route automatically from the issuing authority and document type. We can prepare and submit the application for you.
Do I need to visit a MOFA office in Abu Dhabi?
Usually not. MOFA applications are made online, digital documents are attested without paper, and paper originals are collected by an approved courier. If you prefer, bring the document to our Hamdan Street office or send clear photos on WhatsApp first, and our team handles the application and returns the attested document to you.
My certificate was issued abroad. Do I still need MOFA attestation in Abu Dhabi?
For a document issued outside the UAE, the attestation is handled by the UAE embassy or consulate in the issuing country, and MOFA processes it through its missions abroad. In most cases no separate MOFA step is needed once you arrive in Abu Dhabi. We check the stamps on your document and tell you if anything is missing.
How can I check whether a MOFA attestation is genuine?
MOFA runs an online checking service, MOFA Verify, at verify.mofa.gov.ae. You enter the attestation reference number and the issue date to see the document status. Employers, universities and authorities in Abu Dhabi can use the same check, which is why digital attestations no longer need a paper sticker.
Does my document need to be in Arabic for MOFA attestation?
MOFA accepts documents in Arabic or English. A document in any other language needs a legally certified translation. Our MOJ-certified legal translators in the Abu Dhabi office prepare Arabic legal translations, so the translation and the attestation can be handled together under one order.
Can a laminated certificate be attested by MOFA?
No. MOFA states that documents must not be laminated. If your certificate has been laminated, contact the authority or institution that issued it about a replacement or certified copy before you apply. Tell us early, because this can add time that depends on the issuing authority.
Can I attest several documents in one MOFA application?
Yes, up to five documents in one application, as long as they all use the same attestation route. Documents on different routes need separate applications. An application cannot be edited after submission, the destination country cannot be changed later, and a rejected application must be submitted again as a new one, so details need to be right first time.
Can an English power of attorney be notarized in Abu Dhabi without translation?
Yes. The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department runs an English Notary Services Bureau that notarizes English-language documents, including powers of attorney, contracts and declarations, without an Arabic translation. If the document will be used abroad, MOFA attestation follows. Wordcraft is not a notary: we draft the document and arrange the notarization and attestation.
Last updated: October 2026
