If you’re moving to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for work, study, business, or to sponsor family members—and your documents were issued in Oman—you will need to get them attested before they are recognized by UAE authorities. Attestation ensures your documents are legally valid and accepted for official use in the UAE.

This guide explains the step-by-step process for attesting Omani documents, and how professional services like Quick Attestation can simplify the experience for you.


Why Is Attestation Required?

The UAE does not recognize foreign documents at face value, even if they are government-issued. That’s why attestation (or legalization) is essential. It proves that the document is genuine and has been verified by both the Omani and UAE authorities.

Attestation is necessary for a wide range of document types, such as:

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

Step-by-Step Attestation Process for Oman Documents

Here’s how the attestation flow works for using Oman-issued documents in the UAE:

1. Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) Attestation in Oman

Your original document must first be authenticated by MOFA Oman, which certifies that it was issued by a legitimate authority within the country.

2. UAE Embassy Attestation in Oman

After MOFA Oman, the next step is to submit the document to the UAE Embassy in Muscat for consular verification.

3. UAE MOFA Attestation

Once in the UAE, the document must receive a final stamp from the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) to be considered valid for official purposes.


Use Cases for Oman Document Attestation

  • Employment Visa: Attested degrees and work experience letters
  • Family Visa: Attested birth and marriage certificates
  • Business Setup: Attested commercial agreements and licenses
  • Student Admissions: Validated academic records
  • Legal Transactions: Attested POAs and contracts

How Quick Attestation Can Help

Navigating cross-border document procedures can be time-consuming and confusing. Quick Attestation ensures you don’t have to handle the paperwork and embassy visits alone.

✅ End-to-End Service

From MOFA Oman to UAE MOFA, we handle the entire chain of attestation.

✅ Fast and Reliable

We expedite processing times so you’re not stuck waiting for weeks.

✅ Pickup & Delivery

We offer doorstep collection and delivery, saving you trips across countries and ministries.

✅ Legal Translation Support

We provide certified Arabic and English translations where required.

Ready to Get Your Oman Documents Attested?

Whether you’re applying for a job, registering a business, or moving your family to the UAE, Quick Attestation ensures your Omani documents are legalized accurately and quickly.

How long does it take to attest documents from Oman for the UAE?

Typically, it takes 8 to 15 working days, depending on the type of document and coordination between authorities. Express options may be available.

 

It’s the verification of a document by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Oman, confirming the issuing authority and legal authenticity.

 

Yes. After MOFA Oman, the UAE Embassy in Muscat must verify the document before it can be used in the UAE.

 

Yes, if your document is not in Arabic or English, you’ll need a certified legal translation before UAE MOFA will process it. We can help with translations.

 

  • Get it attested by MOFA Oman

  • Then by the UAE Embassy in Oman

  • Lastly by UAE MOFA in the UAE
    This is required for family visa applications.

For employment, you must:

  1. Attest your degree at MOFA Oman

  2. Get it stamped by the UAE Embassy

  3. Finalize it at UAE MOFA
    We can also assist with any required educational equivalency or legal translation.

Yes. Commercial documents like agreements, invoices, and licenses must follow the same attestation steps. Additional endorsements by Oman’s Chamber of Commerce may be needed first.

 

No. With Quick Attestation, you can authorize us to complete the process remotely, with document collection and delivery at your doorstep.