Birth Certificate Attestation
Birth certificate attestation for family visas, school enrolment, and legal proceedings in the UAE — handled with complete confidentiality.
An attested birth certificate is a foundational document for UAE residency, visa processing, family sponsorship, and dependent registration. Green Apple ensures your birth certificate moves through every authentication stage — from local notarization to MOFA — with the precision and speed that immigration timelines demand.
Birth certificate attestation is essential for family visa applications, dependent sponsorship, school enrollment, and various legal proceedings in the UAE. This attestation confirms the authenticity of your birth record for use in a foreign jurisdiction.
Our team handles birth certificate attestation from over 105 countries, ensuring compliance with UAE government requirements. We manage the complete process from notarization to final MOFA stamping.
Documents required
- 01 Original birth certificate
- 02 Passport copy of the certificate holder
- 03 Parents' passport copies
- 04 Passport-size photographs
- 05 UAE visa copy (if applicable)
Special requirements
- § Birth certificates from countries that issue non-standard formats (handwritten registers, church-issued records) must be accompanied by a government-issued certification letter confirming their validity.
- § For adopted children, the adoption decree must be attested alongside the birth certificate. Some UAE authorities also require the original pre-adoption birth certificate depending on the country of origin.
Attestation procedure
- 01 Document collection and verification
- 02 Home country notarization
- 03 Foreign Affairs authentication
- 04 UAE Embassy legalization
- 05 MOFA attestation in UAE
- 06 Delivery of attested certificate
Insider tips
Frequently asked questions
The UAE requires attested birth certificates for visa applications, family and dependent sponsorship, school enrollment, and various legal proceedings. It serves as the primary proof of identity, parentage, and nationality for immigration purposes.
No. Only original birth certificates are accepted for attestation. If you have lost your original, you must obtain a fresh certified copy from the issuing civil registry or vital records office before starting the process.
Standard processing takes 7-10 business days. Express service is available in 3-5 business days. Timelines depend on the issuing country and the efficiency of its foreign affairs office.
Birth certificates issued within the UAE do not require MOFA attestation for domestic use. However, if you plan to use the certificate abroad or for embassy purposes, attestation from the relevant authorities is necessary.
Any discrepancies between your birth certificate and passport must be resolved before attestation. Green Apple can guide you through the correction process with the issuing authority to ensure your documents match.
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