Fuehrungszeugnis (Police Certificate) Apostille
Fuehrungszeugnis (Police Certificate) Apostille
The Fuehrungszeugnis (certificate of good conduct / police clearance certificate) is required by UAE authorities for employment visas, residency permits, and professional licensing applications. German nationals or anyone who has resided in Germany must obtain this document from the Bundesamt für Justiz (Federal Office of Justice) and have it apostilled before it can be used in the UAE.
There are two types of Fuehrungszeugnis: the Belegart N (for personal use) and the Belegart O (for official/authority use, sent directly to an authority). For UAE purposes, you typically need the Belegart O sent to the German embassy or the Belegart N with an apostille. The apostille for a Fuehrungszeugnis is issued by the Bundesamt für Justiz itself or the relevant Bundesland authority, depending on the circumstances.
Because the Fuehrungszeugnis has a limited validity period — most UAE authorities require it to be less than 6 months old — timing the application and apostille correctly is critical. Green Apple Attest helps you navigate this timeline, ensuring the apostille is processed promptly after the certificate is issued so the document remains valid when presented to UAE authorities.
If you are currently in the UAE and cannot apply in person at a German Bürgeramt (citizens office), we guide you through the overseas application process via the German embassy or consulate, and coordinate the apostille as soon as the certificate is issued.
Documents Required
- Original Fuehrungszeugnis (Belegart N) from the Bundesamt für Justiz
- Clear colour scan of the certificate for pre-assessment (if already obtained)
- Copy of your valid German passport or Personalausweis
- Proof of German address history (for application purposes if needed)
- Completed Green Apple Attest service request form
- Proof of UAE address for delivery
Special Requirements
- • The Fuehrungszeugnis has a limited validity window. Timing the apostille immediately after issuance is critical.
- • Applicants residing outside Germany must apply through a German embassy, consulate, or online — not through a local Bürgeramt.
How It Works
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1Contact us to discuss whether you already have a Fuehrungszeugnis or need to apply for one.
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2If needed, we guide you through the application process from the UAE (via embassy or online).
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3Once the certificate is issued and received, we arrange immediate apostille submission.
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4The apostilled Fuehrungszeugnis is couriered to your UAE address with tracked delivery.
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5Optional: We arrange certified English or Arabic translation for UAE authority submission.
Insider Tips
Insider Tips
- Apply for your Fuehrungszeugnis as early as possible in your visa or licensing process. The application alone can take up to 3 weeks, and you need time for apostille and courier on top of that.
- If you have lived in Germany and another country, you may need police clearances from both. Start both applications simultaneously to avoid delays.
- The Fuehrungszeugnis is printed in German only. UAE authorities will require a certified translation into English or Arabic. Order this as part of our bundled service to save time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most UAE authorities require the certificate to be less than 6 months old from the date of issue. Some authorities, particularly in healthcare licensing, may require it to be less than 3 months old. We coordinate the apostille timing to maximise validity.
Yes. German nationals can apply through the German embassy or consulate in the UAE, or in some cases online through the Bundesamt für Justiz. We provide step-by-step guidance for the overseas application process.
Belegart N is sent to your personal address and can be submitted to the apostille authority. Belegart O is sent directly to an official authority. For UAE apostille purposes, Belegart N is typically used because it gives you physical possession of the document for apostille processing.
The Fuehrungszeugnis application typically takes 1 to 3 weeks to process. Add 5 to 10 working days for apostille and courier. Total timeline is usually 3 to 5 weeks from application to delivery in the UAE.
Quick Facts
- Processing Time
- 7-12 business days
- Pricing From
- AED 450
- Country
- Germany
- Delivery
- Free across the UAE
Questions About This Service?
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