In the UAE, degree attestation is not just a formality—it’s a legal requirement for employment, visa processing, higher studies, or license issuance. As one of the most trusted attestation agencies in the region, Quick Attestation offers end-to-end solutions for degree attestation across a wide range of countries.
Below is a detailed guide on the most attested degrees by country in the UAE and how you can complete the process seamlessly.
🇮🇳 India
The degree attestation process for use in the UAE begins with the Notary Public, who certifies the document as a genuine copy. It is then verified by the State HRD (Education Department) of the issuing Indian state, confirming that the qualification is from a recognized institution. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), India, further authenticates the document at the national level. After this, the UAE Embassy in India attests the degree to validate its acceptance in the UAE. Finally, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE completes the process, officially recognizing the degree for employment, visa, or educational purposes within the Emirates.
Popular Degrees: BTech, MTech, BBA, MBA, MBBS, B.Ed
Attestation Process:
- Notary Public
- State HRD (Education Department)
- Ministry of External Affairs (India)
- UAE Embassy – India
- MOFA – UAE
🇵🇭 Philippines
The attestation of higher education documents in the Philippines for use in the UAE begins with CHED (Commission on Higher Education), which verifies the authenticity of degrees issued by recognized institutions. The document is then authenticated by the DFA (Department of Foreign Affairs) in the Philippines to ensure national-level legitimacy. Next, the UAE Embassy in Manila attests the document, making it valid for use in the UAE. The final step is attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE, completing the process for employment, education, or visa purposes.
Popular Degrees: Nursing, Education, Engineering
Attestation Process:
- CHED (for higher education)
- DFA (Department of Foreign Affairs)
- UAE Embassy – Manila
- MOFA – UAE
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
The attestation process for UK-issued documents starts with Solicitor or Notary Public certification, where the document’s authenticity is verified. This is followed by an Apostille from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), which confirms the signature and seal on the document. The next step is legalization by the UAE Embassy in London, which makes the document acceptable for use in the UAE. Finally, the document must be attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE to complete the process for official purposes such as employment, education, or visa applications.
Popular Degrees: PGCE, LLB, MSc, MRCP
Attestation Process:
- Solicitor/Notary Certification
- Apostille by FCDO
- UAE Embassy – London
- MOFA – UAE
🇺🇸 United States
The attestation process for U.S.-issued documents begins with verification by a Notary Public, followed by State Authentication from the respective Secretary of State office. After this, the document is legalized by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. The next step involves attestation by the UAE Embassy in Washington, D.C., ensuring it is recognized by UAE authorities. The final step is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE, which gives the document full legal validity for official use within the country.
Popular Degrees: MBA, MS, MD
Attestation Process:
- Notary Public
- State Authentication
- US Department of State
- UAE Embassy – Washington, D.C.
- MOFA – UAE
🇪🇬 Egypt
The attestation process for Egyptian educational documents intended for use in the UAE starts with verification by the Ministry of Higher Education – Egypt, ensuring the academic credentials are officially recognized. This is followed by legalization at the UAE Embassy in Cairo, which authenticates the document for UAE authorities. The final step is attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) – UAE, granting the document full legal validity for use in the Emirates.
Popular Degrees: MBBS, Engineering, Pharmacy
Attestation Process:
- Ministry of Higher Education – Egypt
- UAE Embassy – Cairo
- MOFA – UAE
🇱🇧 Lebanon
The attestation process for Lebanese educational documents begins with verification by the Ministry of Education – Lebanon, confirming the legitimacy of the academic certificate. Next, the documents are legalized by the UAE Embassy in Beirut, ensuring acceptance by UAE authorities. Finally, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) – UAE completes the process by officially attesting the documents for legal use within the UAE.
Popular Degrees: Education, Mass Communication
Attestation Process:
- Ministry of Education
- UAE Embassy – Beirut
- MOFA – UAE
🇷🇺 Russia
The attestation process for Russian educational certificates starts with authentication by the Ministry of Education – Russia, which verifies the academic credentials. The documents are then legalized by the UAE Embassy in Moscow to ensure recognition by UAE authorities. The final step is attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) – UAE, making the documents valid for official use in the UAE.
Popular Degrees: MBBS, Dentistry, Pharmacy
Attestation Process:
- Ministry of Education – Russia
- UAE Embassy – Moscow
- MOFA – UAE
🇺🇦 Ukraine
The attestation process for Ukrainian educational documents begins with verification by the Ministry of Education – Ukraine, ensuring the authenticity of the academic credentials. Once authenticated, the documents are submitted to the UAE Embassy in Kyiv for legalization. The final stage is attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) – UAE, making the documents officially valid for use in the United Arab Emirates.
Popular Degrees: MBBS, BDS
Attestation Process:
- Ministry of Education – Ukraine
- UAE Embassy – Kyiv
- MOFA – UAE
🇸🇩 Sudan
The attestation process for Sudanese educational documents starts with verification by the Ministry of Higher Education – Sudan, confirming the legitimacy of the academic qualifications. The documents are then legalized by the UAE Embassy in Khartoum, followed by the final attestation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) – UAE to make them valid for official use within the United Arab Emirates.
Popular Degrees: Teaching, Healthcare
Attestation Process:
- Ministry of Higher Education – Sudan
- UAE Embassy – Khartoum
- MOFA – UAE
🇫🇷 France
The attestation process for French educational documents begins with University Verification, where the issuing university confirms the authenticity of the academic certificate. This is followed by legalization from the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs in France. The documents are then attested by the UAE Embassy in Paris, and finally, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) – UAE completes the attestation, making the documents valid for official use in the UAE.
Popular Degrees: Aviation, Hospitality, Design
Attestation Process:
- University Verification
- Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs
- UAE Embassy – Paris
- MOFA – UAE
🇩🇪 Germany
The attestation process for German educational documents starts with University Verification to ensure the document’s authenticity. After verification, the certificate is legalized by the German Federal Foreign Office. It is then attested by the UAE Embassy in Berlin, and finally, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) – UAE completes the process, allowing the document to be officially recognized in the UAE.
Popular Degrees: Mechanical Engineering, Architecture
Attestation Process:
- University Verification
- German Federal Foreign Office
- UAE Embassy – Berlin
- MOFA – UAE
🇨🇦 Canada
The attestation process for Canadian documents begins with Notary Public certification to verify the authenticity of the document. Afterward, the document is authenticated through Provincial Authentication (e.g., Global Affairs Canada), followed by attestation by the UAE Embassy in Ottawa. The final step involves the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) – UAE, ensuring the document is legally recognized in the UAE.
Popular Degrees: Business Administration, Healthcare
Attestation Process:
- Notary Public
- Provincial Authentication (e.g., Global Affairs Canada)
- UAE Embassy – Ottawa
- MOFA – UAE
🇦🇺 Australia
The attestation process for Australian documents begins with authentication by DFAT (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade), which verifies the document’s authenticity. Next, the document is attested by the UAE Embassy in Canberra. Finally, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) – UAE completes the process, ensuring the document is valid for official use in the UAE.
Popular Degrees: Education, Environmental Sciences
Attestation Process:
- DFAT (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade)
- UAE Embassy – Canberra
- MOFA – UAE
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