People move from the Philippines to the UAE every year for work, higher studies, family sponsorship, and business. To initiate an application process, Philippine certificates should be attested.
The process seems daunting initially. Different entities examine your certificate at different levels of the process. Leaving out a level means delaying the process.
This guide explains how to attest documents in the Philippines for use in the UAE. You will learn the correct order, the authorities involved, and a few simple tips that can help you avoid common problems.
How to Attest Documents in Philippines?
Philippines Document attestation follows a specific order. Every step confirms that your document is genuine. Once all the stages are complete, your document can be accepted by authorities in the UAE.
Here is the complete process.
Step 1: Get the Original Document
Start with the original document issued by the proper authority in the Philippines.
Documents commonly attested include:
- Birth certificate
- Marriage certificate
- Degree certificate
- Diploma
- Transcript
- Police clearance certificate
- Power of Attorney
- Commercial documents
Take a few minutes to check your document before starting.
Make sure:
- The document is original.
- All information is clear.
- Names match your passport.
- No pages are damaged.
- Required signatures and seals are present.
A simple check now can save time later.
Step 2: Complete the Required Verification
Some documents need verification before they can move to the next stage.
For example:
- Educational documents may need verification from the university or the concerned education authority.
- Personal documents should be issued by the correct government office.
- Commercial documents should come from the proper business authority.
This step confirms that the document is ready for authentication.
Step 3: Get Authentication From the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA)
After verification, the document is submitted to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) in the Philippines.
The DFA checks the document and confirms that it is genuine for international use.
DFA authentication is required before the document can be submitted to the UAE Embassy.
Step 4: UAE Embassy Attestation in the Philippines
Once the DFA process is complete, the document goes to the UAE Embassy Attestation in the Philippines.
The UAE Embassy verifies the authenticated document before approving it for use in the UAE.
This is one of the most important parts of the attestation process.
Step 5: MOFA Attestation in the UAE
After the document reaches the UAE, the final step is attestation from the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).
MOFA Attestation adds the final approval needed for your document to be accepted by government departments, employers, universities, and other authorities in the UAE.
After this step, your document is ready to be used in the UAE.
Documents That Usually Need Attestation
Many Philippine documents require attestation before they can be used in the UAE.
Educational Documents
- Degree certificate
- Diploma
- School certificate
- Transcript
- Technical or training certificate
Personal Documents
- Birth certificate
- Marriage certificate
- Divorce certificate
- Death certificate
- Police clearance certificate
Commercial Documents
- Power of Attorney
- Memorandum of Association
- Articles of Association
- Commercial invoice
- Business agreements
- Company registration documents
The process may vary slightly based on the document. Still, the overall order remains the same.
Guidelines on How to Avoid Attestation Delays
The most common causes of delay are small errors. Little preparation goes a long way in ensuring an easier process.
- Before submitting your documents:
- Ensure that your name is correct according to your passport.
- Submit the original document.
- Ensure that signatures and stamps are clear.
- Repair any damage to the document prior to submission.
- Make copies of all your documents.
- Initiate the process far in advance before your travel/visa deadline.
This will enable you to avoid unnecessary delays.
Having Troubles with the Attestation of Philippine Documents?
The process of attestation can be time-consuming for individuals who do not have any assistance. The procedure gets more complicated if the involvement of various authorities is required.
Best Legal Consultancy assists individuals and corporations with the attestation of the documents in the Philippines for UAE. We verify the documents that you submit to us and guide you with every step till the completion of the process.
We, at Best Legal Consultancy, have 30+ years of experience in handling the process of document attestation for thousands of our customers for employment, education, family sponsorship, and business purposes in UAE.
FAQs
1. Can I use scanned copies for document attestation?
No. Original documents are usually required, while supporting documents like passport or visa copies may be accepted as photocopies.
2. Is document attestation mandatory for every application in the UAE?
It depends on your purpose. Many employers, universities, and government authorities require attested documents before processing your application.
3. Can I track the progress of my document attestation?
Yes. When you apply through a professional attestation service, you can usually receive updates on the status of your documents throughout the process.
4. Why should I choose Best Legal Consultancy for Philippine document attestation?
Best Legal Consultancy provides end to end document attestation support with over 30 years of experience, making the process simple and hassle free.