University Degree Apostille
University Degree Apostille
German university degrees are highly valued in the UAE job market, but before your employer or licensing authority will recognise your qualification, it must carry a valid Hague apostille. UAE entities including the Ministry of Education, professional licensing bodies such as the DHA and DOH, and employers across all sectors require apostilled educational documents as part of their verification process.
The apostille for German educational documents is issued by the designated authority in the Bundesland where the university is located. For most states, this is the Regierungspräsidium or the Kultusministerium. Since Germany has 16 states, each with its own administrative structure, identifying and contacting the correct authority can be a challenge for applicants based overseas.
Green Apple Attest takes this burden off your shoulders. We identify the correct state authority based on your university, coordinate the submission through our German partners, and manage the entire process remotely from Dubai. We handle degrees from all types of German higher education institutions: Universitäten, Fachhochschulen, Technische Hochschulen, and recognised private institutions.
If your degree is accompanied by a Diploma Supplement or transcript that also needs apostille, we process them together. And since UAE authorities typically require an English or Arabic translation, we offer certified translation as part of our bundled service.
Documents Required
- Original German degree certificate (Urkunde) or notarised copy (beglaubigte Kopie)
- Clear colour scan of the degree for pre-assessment
- Copy of your valid passport or Personalausweis
- Name of the issuing university and Bundesland
- Diploma Supplement or transcript (if also requiring apostille)
- Completed Green Apple Attest service request form
Special Requirements
- • Degrees from non-accredited or private institutions may not be eligible for state apostille. We verify accreditation status during pre-assessment.
How It Works
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1Submit a scan of your degree certificate for our free assessment and identification of the relevant state apostille authority.
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2We provide a quote covering the apostille, optional solicitor certification, and translation services.
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3Send the original degree or notarised copy to our German partner address.
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4We submit the document to the appropriate Bundesland authority for apostille.
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5The apostilled degree is couriered to your UAE address, with optional certified translation.
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6Optional: We complete UAE MOFA attestation upon arrival in Dubai.
Insider Tips
Insider Tips
- If you are applying for a DHA or DOH healthcare licence, confirm with the licensing authority whether they also need your transcript and Diploma Supplement apostilled.
- Have a notary in Germany create a beglaubigte Kopie of your degree before sending it for apostille. This protects the original and is fully accepted for apostille.
- German degrees issued before the Bologna Process (pre-2000) may use different terminology (Diplom, Magister, Staatsexamen). These are all eligible for apostille and recognised by UAE authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. A beglaubigte Kopie (officially certified copy) made by a German notary (Notar) is eligible for apostille. This is often recommended to protect your original degree from loss or damage during transit.
It varies by Bundesland. In some states it is the Regierungspräsidium, in others the Kultusministerium or Bezirksregierung. We identify the correct authority based on your university location.
Yes. Degrees from accredited Fachhochschulen, Technische Hochschulen, and traditional Universitäten are all eligible for apostille through the same process.
Most UAE employers and government authorities require both the German apostille and UAE MOFA attestation. We handle the MOFA step locally in Dubai as part of our complete service package.
Quick Facts
- Processing Time
- 12-20 business days
- Pricing From
- AED 400
- Country
- Germany
- Delivery
- Free across the UAE
Questions About This Service?
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