Jun 25, 2025

If you’re planning to move to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for work, education, business, or family reasons and your documents were issued in New Zealand, you’ll need to get them legalized before they’re accepted by UAE authorities. This process ensures that your documents are officially recognized by the UAE government.

In this blog, we’ll guide you through the steps involved in legalizing New Zealand documents for use in the UAE and explain how Quick Attestation Services can simplify the entire process for you.

Why Do New Zealand Documents Need to Be Legalized for the UAE?

Legalization (also known as attestation) is the process of verifying the authenticity of a document so it can be used in another country. The UAE is not a signatory of the Apostille Convention, which means that documents from countries like New Zealand must undergo full consular legalization.

This requirement applies to a wide range of documents, including:

  • Educational Certificates (Degrees, Diplomas, Transcripts)
  • Birth, Marriage, or Divorce Certificates
  • Police Clearance Certificates (PCC)
  • Business and Commercial Documents
  • Power of Attorney or Affidavits

Step-by-Step Process for Legalizing New Zealand Documents for UAE

1. Notarization (if required)

Some personal or academic documents may first need to be notarized by a New Zealand public notary.

2. Authentication by the New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs (DIA)

The DIA verifies the authenticity of the original document or notarization.

3. Attestation by the UAE Embassy in Wellington

Once authenticated by the DIA, your document must be attested by the UAE Embassy or Consulate in New Zealand.

4. MOFA Attestation in the UAE

After arriving in the UAE, the final step is getting your document attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).

Why Choose Quick Attestation?

Quick Attestation is a professional document handling service that specializes in end-to-end attestation for New Zealand documents. Here’s why it makes sense to use our services:

✅ Time-Saving

Navigating embassy queues, couriering documents, and understanding legal jargon can take weeks. We simplify and accelerate the process.

✅ Door-to-Door Convenience

We offer pickup and delivery of documents, saving you time and effort.

✅ Expertise

Our team understands the exact requirements of both New Zealand and UAE authorities, helping to avoid costly mistakes or delays.

✅ Transparent Process

You’ll be informed at every step – no hidden costs, no surprise delays.

Use Cases Where You’ll Need Legalized Documents

  • Employment Visa: Employers in the UAE require attested degrees or work experience documents.
  • Family Visa: You’ll need attested marriage and birth certificates.
  • Student Visa: Attested academic certificates are essential.
  • Business Setup: Commercial documents must be legalized for registration or trade licensing.

Ready to Legalize Your New Zealand Documents for the UAE?

Whether you’re relocating, launching a business, or joining your family in the UAE, Quick Attestation is your reliable partner in document legalization. Reach out today for a hassle-free, end-to-end solution.

How long does it take to legalize a New Zealand document for the UAE?

The entire process may take 10 to 20 business days, depending on the type of document and processing speed at each stage. With Quick Attestation, we aim to expedite it where possible.

 

Yes, most attestations require originals, especially for educational and personal certificates. We’ll advise you if a copy is acceptable in your case.

 

 

 

Yes, but it involves multiple government departments and international coordination. Many people prefer professional help to avoid delays or rejections.

 

 

 

Yes. Since the UAE does not accept Apostilles, a full embassy and MOFA attestation is mandatory.

 

 

 

In that case, legal translation into Arabic may be required before MOFA attestation. Quick Attestation can help with certified translations too.