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🇦🇪 UAE Embassy Attestation — London

FCDO Apostille & UAE Embassy
Attestation for UK Documents —
Personal & Commercial

Working or relocating to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or anywhere in the UAE? UK documents require both an FCDO apostille and a UAE Embassy attestation stamp before they are accepted by UAE authorities. We handle both stages end-to-end — birth certificates, marriage certificates, degree certificates, police checks, company documents & more. City of London. From £186 (personal) / £567 (commercial).

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Personal from £186 per Doc
Commercial from £567 per Doc
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The UAE requires both an FCDO apostille and a UAE Embassy attestation for most personal and commercial UK documents. An apostille alone is not sufficient. See the full process →
🏛️ City of London EC2V
⚡ Same-day FCDO submission
🇦🇪 UAE Embassy attestation
✅ Pre-checked before each stage
🔒 ICO registered
💳 No upfront payment required
The Two-Stage Process: How a UK Document Is Attested for the UAE
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Your UK Document
Original official document required
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Solicitor Certification + FCDO Apostille
2–3 working days (or same day)
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UAE Embassy Attestation — London
~1 week standard processing
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Ready for Use in the UAE
Returned by post, courier, or collection
Who We Help

Common Reasons for UAE Embassy Attestation of UK Documents

The UAE is one of the most popular destinations for British expatriates and businesses. Here are the main reasons our clients need UAE Embassy attestation.

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Employment & Work Visa (Dubai / Abu Dhabi)
Most UAE employers and the Ministry of Human Resources require attested degree certificates, police checks, and other personal documents as part of the work visa and employment package process.
Documents often needed
Degree CertificatePolice CheckBirth Certificate
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Family Reunion & Residency Visa
Sponsoring a spouse or dependent for a UAE residency visa typically requires attested marriage and birth certificates to prove family relationships to UAE immigration authorities.
Common documents
Marriage CertificateBirth CertificateDeed Poll
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Company Formation & Business Setup
Setting up a company in a UAE free zone or on the mainland requires attested commercial documents — powers of attorney, certificates of incorporation, board resolutions, and company agreements.
Commercial documents
Power of AttorneyCertificate of IncorporationBoard Resolution
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Marriage in the UAE
Marrying in the UAE — whether in a civil, religious, or sharia court — requires fully attested UK personal documents, including birth certificates and, where applicable, divorce certificates.
Documents required
Birth CertificateDecree AbsoluteCertificate of No Impediment
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Legal Proceedings & Power of Attorney
Powers of attorney and other legal instruments used in UAE courts or before UAE notaries must be attested. We handle commercial power of attorney attestation under the UAE Embassy commercial fee category.
Common documents
Power of AttorneyContractsAffidavits
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Education & University Admission
UAE universities and professional licensing bodies require attested UK degree certificates and academic transcripts as part of recognition and admission processes.
Documents needed
Degree CertificateDiplomaAcademic Transcript
Document Type

Personal vs Commercial UAE Embassy Attestation — What's the Difference?

The UAE Embassy charges different fees depending on whether the document is personal (individual) or commercial (company). It's important to know which category applies before submitting — we confirm this for you.

Category A
Personal Documents
£95 UAE Embassy fee per doc
  • ✓ Birth Certificates (GRO-issued)
  • ✓ Marriage Certificates
  • ✓ Death Certificates
  • ✓ Decree Absolute / Divorce Documents
  • ✓ Deed Polls
  • ✓ Police Checks (DBS / ACRO / ICPC)
  • ✓ Degree Certificates & Education Documents
  • ✓ Passport Copies (personal use)
Category B
Commercial Documents
£476 UAE Embassy fee per doc
  • ✓ Contracts & Agreements
  • ✓ Power of Attorney
  • ✓ Companies House Documents
  • ✓ Certificate of Incorporation
  • ✓ Board Resolutions
  • ✓ Memorandum & Articles of Association
  • ✓ Passport Copies (commercial / directorship use)
  • ✓ Other company / commercial instruments

Not sure which category your document falls under? Contact us and we'll confirm before you submit.

What We Can Attest

Documents the UAE Embassy Can Attest After FCDO Apostille

The UAE Embassy in London attests a wide range of UK documents. Here is what we routinely process for clients.

📄 Personal Documents
  • › Birth Certificate (GRO-issued)
  • › Marriage Certificate
  • › Death Certificate
  • › Decree Absolute / Divorce Certificate
  • › Deed Poll
  • › Passport Copy (personal use)
  • › Police Check (DBS / ACRO / ICPC)
🎓 Education Documents
  • › Degree Certificate
  • › QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
  • › TEFL / TESOL Certificate
  • › Diploma and Academic Transcripts
  • › Professional Qualifications
🏢 Commercial Documents
  • › Contracts and Agreements
  • › Power of Attorney
  • › Companies House Documents
  • › Certificate of Incorporation
  • › Board Resolutions
  • › Memorandum & Articles of Association
  • › Passport Copy (director / commercial use)
ℹ️ Not Sure?
  • › We advise on eligibility before you send anything
  • › We confirm whether your document is personal or commercial fee category
  • › We check passport copy requirements and application form requirements
  • › Contact: [email protected] or +44 (0)20 3538 2848
Packages & Prices

UAE Embassy Attestation — Fixed Prices

All packages cover both stages: FCDO apostille + UAE Embassy attestation. Prices depend on whether the document is personal or commercial. No hidden costs.

Most Popular
Personal — Standard
FCDO apostille (standard) + UAE Embassy personal attestation
£186
 per document
What's included
  • ✓ Solicitor certification + FCDO Apostille (2–3 days)
  • ✓ UAE Embassy personal attestation (~1 week)
  • ✓ Document pre-check before each stage
  • ✓ Passport copy coordination with UAE Embassy
  • ✓ Status updates throughout
  • ✓ Return by tracked post or collection
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⏱ Up to 2 weeks end-to-end

Commercial — Standard
FCDO apostille + UAE Embassy commercial attestation for company/business documents
£567
 per document
What's included
  • ✓ Solicitor certification + FCDO Apostille (2–3 days)
  • ✓ UAE Embassy commercial attestation (~1 week)
  • ✓ Director passport copy + Companies House coordination
  • ✓ Application form preparation
  • ✓ Status updates throughout
  • ✓ Return by tracked post or collection
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⏱ Up to 2 weeks end-to-end

Express — Same-Day FCDO
Same-day FCDO apostille + UAE Embassy attestation — fastest available route
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Everything in Standard, plus
  • ✓ Same-day / 24hr FCDO apostille submission
  • ✓ UAE Embassy attestation (standard ~1 week after apostille)
  • ✓ Priority pre-check at every stage
  • ✓ Express tracked return courier available
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⏱ Faster overall turnaround

Volume discounts for 5+ documents. Contact us for a bespoke quote.

Full Price Breakdown

UAE Embassy Attestation — Stage-by-Stage Pricing

Each stage is shown separately so you can see exactly what you are paying for. Personal and commercial UAE Embassy fees differ significantly — confirm with us which applies to your document.

StageServiceProcessing TimeCost (per doc)
Stage 1a Solicitor Certification + FCDO Apostille (Standard) 2–3 working days £91 Standard
Stage 1b Solicitor Certification + FCDO Apostille (Same Day / 24hr) Same day / next working day POA Express
Stage 2a UAE Embassy Attestation — Personal Documents ~1 week £95 Personal
Stage 2b UAE Embassy Attestation — Commercial Documents ~1 week £476 Commercial
Total — Personal (Standard) Stage 1a + Stage 2a Up to 2 weeks £186 Fixed Price
Total — Commercial (Standard) Stage 1a + Stage 2b Up to 2 weeks £567 Fixed Price
Add-on GRO Replacement Certificate (if needed) 72hrs (GRO) £60 Optional
Add-on Certified Arabic Translation On application POA Optional

Contact us for same-day and express service pricing — [email protected]

Key Requirements

What the UAE Embassy Requires — Passport Copies & Application Form

In addition to your apostilled document, the UAE Embassy requires supporting documentation. Requirements differ between personal and commercial applications.

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We Handle the Application Form and Passport Copy Coordination
Once you submit your order, we contact you to collect the required passport scan and guide you through completing the UAE Embassy application form. You do not need to submit anything to the UAE Embassy yourself — we manage the full submission on your behalf.
👤 Personal Applications
  • › Scanned copy of the applicant's valid passport (photo page)
  • › Completed UAE Embassy personal attestation application form
  • › Apostilled original document
🏢 Commercial Applications
  • › Passport copy of one company director (photo page)
  • › Director list from Companies House (current)
  • › Completed UAE Embassy commercial attestation application form
  • › Apostilled original document
Before You Submit

What You Need to Know Before Sending Your Documents

Getting the document right before submission prevents rejections and delays. We pre-check every document — but knowing the common requirements in advance saves time.

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Original Official Documents Are Required — Not Photocopies
The FCDO can only apostille original documents bearing the issuing authority's signature. Photocopies, laminated certificates, and non-official versions are rejected. For birth and marriage certificates, this means a GRO-issued certificate. If you've lost your original, we can order a replacement from the GRO at £60 — no account needed, 72hr processing.
🔄 Both Stages Are Mandatory for UAE Submission
For the vast majority of UAE purposes — employment visas, residency, family reunification, legal proceedings — both stages are required. An FCDO apostille without UAE Embassy attestation is not accepted by UAE authorities for these purposes. We coordinate both stages so you don't need to manage them separately.
📋 Personal vs Commercial — Important Fee Distinction
The UAE Embassy charges £95 per document for personal attestations and £476 per document for commercial attestations. Submitting a commercial document under the personal category results in rejection. We confirm the correct category for your document before submission.
🕐 Processing Times — Plan Ahead
The standard end-to-end service takes approximately 2 weeks: 2–3 working days for the FCDO apostille, then around 1 week at the UAE Embassy. If you have a fixed deadline — a visa appointment, a company registration date — contact us early so we can plan the fastest possible route.
🌍 Arabic Translation — May Be Required
Depending on the specific UAE authority you are submitting to, a certified Arabic translation may be required alongside your attested document. We can arrange certified Arabic translations as part of our combined service. Contact us to confirm whether a translation is needed for your specific purpose.
Submission Methods

How to Send Us Your Documents

We accept documents via several channels. For same-day FCDO submission, your document must reach our office by 10am.

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Our Address: Blackwell House, Guildhall Yard, London EC2V 5AE
Office hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00 (excluding Bank Holidays). For same-day FCDO submission, documents must arrive by 10am. Most applications received by 5pm are submitted to the relevant authority the next working day.
✉️ Online / Email
Complete our free enquiry form or email [email protected]. Our team will confirm your requirements, provide a fixed quote, and advise on the best submission method. In many cases we can process from certified copies — contact us first.
🚶 In Person (Drop-Off)
Drop your documents at our City of London office Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00. A document checking service is available on arrival (discretionary; charges may apply). No appointment needed for standard drop-offs.
📦 By Courier
Send by same-day or next-day courier. Documents must arrive before 10am for same-day FCDO submission. We will notify you on receipt and process immediately.
📮 By Royal Mail Special Delivery
Use Royal Mail Special Delivery so your certificate is trackable and insured. For same-day submission, ensure delivery before 10am. Special Delivery provides compensation cover on original documents.
Delivery Options

How We Return Your Attested Documents

We offer a range of return delivery options — UK and international — so your completed documents reach you securely, including direct to the UAE.

Delivery MethodCostDescription
Royal Mail Special Delivery (UK Mainland)£10Next-day tracked delivery to your UK address via Royal Mail Special Delivery (1pm guarantee).
Same-Day Courier — Central LondonUpon requestSame-day delivery to Central London addresses. Typically £15–£35. Price quoted on request.
Next-Day Courier — Outside London (UK Mainland)Upon requestNext-day national courier. Price quoted on request.
DHL — UK Mainland£15DHL domestic tracked delivery.
Royal Mail Special Delivery — International£20Tracked international postal delivery for clients abroad, including UAE.
DHL — International£60DHL international tracked courier, including direct delivery to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and across the UAE.
Collection in PersonFreeCollect from our City of London office Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00.
Payments

How to Pay — Flexible Options, No Upfront Payment

Payment is not required until we have confirmed your order. We then send a confirmation email with your invoice and payment link.

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Card Payment
All major cards accepted in our City of London office. No extra charges or surcharges apply.
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Online — Secure Payment Link
After confirming your order, we send a secure PayPal payment link. No PayPal account required — pay by card online.
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Bank Transfer
Pay by BACS direct to our UK bank account. Account details are provided on your invoice. Please include your reference when transferring.
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WeChat Pay & Alipay
We accept WeChat Pay and Alipay. Contact us and we will provide a QR code and invoice.
Why Choose Us

The UAE Embassy Attestation Specialist — City of London

We have processed UAE Embassy attestations for individuals relocating to Dubai, British companies setting up in UAE free zones, and legal professionals requiring commercial instruments attested. Here's why clients trust us.

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End-to-End — One Point of Contact
We manage the entire process — solicitor certification, FCDO apostille, and UAE Embassy attestation — from our City of London office. You deal with one team throughout, never multiple providers or agents.
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Pre-Checked at Every Stage
We check your documents before FCDO submission and again before UAE Embassy submission. If there is an issue with your document — wrong version, missing certification, wrong fee category — we catch it before it causes a rejection.
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Specialist UAE Embassy Knowledge
We know the UAE Embassy's current requirements: which documents require the commercial fee, what passport copy format is accepted, how the application form must be completed. We advise before you send anything.
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Status Updates Throughout
You'll know exactly where your document is — received, apostilled, submitted to the UAE Embassy, attested, and returned. No chasing required.
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International Return — Direct to the UAE
We can return your attested documents direct to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or anywhere in the UAE via DHL International. No need to wait until your return to the UK.
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Fixed Prices — No Upfront Payment
Our prices are fixed with no hidden charges. Payment is not required until after we confirm your order and you are happy to proceed.
Client Reviews

Trusted by Clients Moving, Working & Doing Business in the UAE

From individuals relocating to Dubai to companies setting up in UAE free zones — here's what clients say about our UAE Embassy attestation service.

★★★★★
"Moving to Dubai for a new role and needed my degree certificate and police check apostilled and attested by the UAE Embassy. They handled everything from start to finish. The process was explained clearly, they told me exactly what documents were needed, and turnaround was within two weeks. Couldn't have been easier."
James T.
Employment Visa — Dubai
★★★★★
"Needed a power of attorney attested for our UAE company. They confirmed straight away that it fell under the commercial category, handled the full apostille and UAE Embassy attestation, and returned it to us in time for our company registration. Professional and efficient."
Sarah & Mark L.
Commercial Attestation — Abu Dhabi
★★★★★
"Sponsoring my wife for a UAE residency visa and needed our marriage certificate attested. They walked me through the entire process, ordered a new GRO certificate when mine turned out to be the wrong format, and handled both the apostille and UAE Embassy stages. Would highly recommend."
David H.
Family Residency Visa — Sharjah
Frequently Asked Questions

UAE Embassy Attestation — Common Questions

Although the UAE is a signatory to the Hague Convention and accepts the FCDO apostille for some purposes, most UAE government authorities — the Ministry of Human Resources, immigration, courts, and licensing bodies — also require an additional UAE Embassy attestation stamp. The correct sequence is: (1) FCDO apostille, then (2) UAE Embassy attestation. We coordinate both stages end-to-end from our City of London office.
The standard end-to-end service takes approximately 2 weeks: 2–3 working days for the solicitor certification and FCDO apostille, followed by around 1 week at the UAE Embassy in London. A same-day FCDO service is available to reduce the apostille stage to 1 day. If you have a fixed deadline — a visa appointment or company registration date — contact us early so we can plan the fastest route.
The standard service costs £186 per personal document (£91 FCDO apostille + £95 UAE Embassy personal attestation) or £567 per commercial document (£91 FCDO apostille + £476 UAE Embassy commercial attestation). Same-day FCDO express options are available at additional cost — contact us for pricing. A certified Arabic translation can also be arranged alongside, price on application.
Personal attestation (£95 at the UAE Embassy) applies to documents relating to individuals — birth certificates, marriage certificates, degree certificates, police checks, and similar. Commercial attestation (£476 at the UAE Embassy) applies to company and business documents — contracts, powers of attorney, company formation documents, and board resolutions. The distinction is important: submitting a commercial document under the personal category results in rejection. We confirm the correct category for your document before submission.
For personal documents, the UAE Embassy requires a scanned copy of the applicant's valid passport (photo page). For commercial documents, they require a passport copy of one of the company directors plus a current director list from Companies House. Once you submit your order with us, we contact you to collect the required passport scan and guide you through completing the application form.
Depending on the UAE authority you are submitting to, a certified Arabic translation may be required alongside the attested document. Some UAE authorities accept English-language attested documents; others require a certified Arabic translation. We confirm whether a translation is needed for your specific purpose and can arrange certified Arabic translations as part of our combined service.
The UAE Embassy in London can attest a wide range of UK documents after they have been apostilled by the FCDO. Personal documents include birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates, divorce certificates, deed polls, police checks (DBS, ACRO, ICPC), and degree and education certificates. Commercial documents include contracts, powers of attorney, Companies House documents, certificates of incorporation, and board resolutions. Contact us with your specific document type and we will confirm eligibility and the correct fee category.
We accept documents in several ways: by Royal Mail Special Delivery (recommended — fully tracked and insured for original documents), by same-day or next-day courier, or in person at our City of London office (Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00). For same-day FCDO submission, documents must arrive before 10am. In some cases we can work from certified copies — contact us first and we will advise on what is needed for your specific documents.
Yes. We offer DHL International delivery (£60) direct to any address in the UAE, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. We can also return documents to your UK address if you prefer to arrange your own onward shipment.
Yes. We provide a complete end-to-end service: solicitor certification, FCDO apostille, UAE Embassy attestation, and certified Arabic translation — all coordinated from our City of London office with one point of contact throughout. Contact us with your documents and purpose and we will provide a single fixed quote covering everything you need.
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Free no-obligation quote. Fixed prices. Full end-to-end service — FCDO apostille + UAE Embassy attestation. Personal from £186 · Commercial from £567.

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