Japan Certificate Attestation
Japan
Japan uses the Apostille system for document authentication as a member of the Hague Convention. Green Apple handles both Apostille-based and traditional attestation for Japanese documents.
Services We Offer for Japan
Koseki (Family Register) Apostille
Complete Apostille processing for koseki tohon and koseki shomei including municipal office coordination, MOFA Japan Apostille, certified translation, and UAE attestation.
University Degree Apostille
Apostille authentication of Japanese university degrees and transcripts with MEXT verification where required, plus certified translation for UAE employment applications.
Corporate Document Apostille
Notarization and Apostille processing for Japanese corporate registrations (tokibo), board resolutions, powers of attorney, and commercial contracts.
Birth and Marriage Certificate Apostille
Apostille processing for Japanese birth certificates (shussei todoke) and marriage certificates (kon-in todoke) extracted from koseki records, with certified translation.
Police Certificate Apostille
Priority Apostille processing for Japanese police certificates (hanzai keireki shomeisho) issued by the Prefectural Police, accounting for limited validity periods.
Express Apostille Service
Fast-track Apostille processing through MOFA Japan with dedicated handling and priority coordination, ideal for time-sensitive employment or visa deadlines.
Document Types Covered
Requirements
- Original documents
- Passport copy
- Japanese notarization
Special Requirements
- • Japanese documents in kanji or hiragana must be accompanied by certified English or Arabic translations prepared by a translator recognized by MOFA Japan or the Japanese Embassy. Translations must accurately reflect all content including official stamps, seals, and marginal notes.
- • Corporate documents issued by Japanese companies require prior notarization by a Japanese notary public (kosho-nin) registered with the Legal Affairs Bureau before MOFA Japan will process the Apostille application.
Attestation Process
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1Document collection
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2Apostille or MOFA Japan verification
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3UAE legalization
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4MOFA UAE attestation
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5Delivery
Insider Tips
Insider Tips
- Request your koseki tohon or other municipal documents with extra certified copies, as each UAE institution typically requires a separately apostilled original rather than photocopies of an apostilled document.
- Japanese fiscal year documents (April to March) may differ from UAE calendar year requirements, so confirm which period your UAE employer or authority needs before requesting certificates from Japanese institutions.
- MOFA Japan Apostille applications can be submitted at both the Tokyo (Kasumigaseki) and Osaka offices; choose the location closest to your document-issuing authority to minimize domestic shipping delays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Since Japan is a Hague Apostille Convention member, Japanese documents can receive an Apostille from MOFA Japan, which serves as an internationally recognized authentication. However, since the UAE has its own attestation requirements, additional processing may be needed depending on the document type and intended use. GreenAttest navigates both the Apostille process and UAE-specific requirements to ensure your documents are fully valid.
Yes, koseki tohon (certified copies of the family register) are among the most frequently attested Japanese documents. The koseki must be issued by the relevant municipal office, then authenticated with an Apostille from MOFA Japan. Since koseki documents are in Japanese, certified translation to English or Arabic is also required. GreenAttest handles the complete process including translation, Apostille, and any additional UAE attestation.
Japanese university degrees require verification by the issuing university, followed by an Apostille from MOFA Japan. For regulated professions in the UAE, additional verification through the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) may be needed. GreenAttest coordinates with universities and MEXT to ensure your academic credentials meet UAE employer and licensing authority requirements.
MOFA Japan typically processes Apostille requests within 3-5 business days for applications submitted at their Tokyo or Osaka offices. Including document preparation, translation, and UAE-side processing, the complete timeline is usually 10-15 business days through GreenAttest. Our expedited service can reduce this to 7-10 business days by fast-tracking each stage.
Japanese notarial documents prepared by a notary public (kosho-nin) affiliated with the Legal Affairs Bureau can receive an Apostille directly from MOFA Japan. Private documents that are not notarized must first be notarized before Apostille processing. GreenAttest advises on whether your specific documents require prior notarization and manages the entire sequence from notarization through Apostille and UAE attestation.
Quick Facts
- Typical Processing Time
- 10-15 business days
- Pricing From
- AED 400
- Region
- Asia
- Delivery
- Free across the UAE
Questions About Japan Attestation?
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