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University Degree Apostille
Apostille authentication of Japanese university degrees and transcripts with MEXT verification where required, plus certified translation for UAE employment applications.
University Degree Apostille authenticates your Japanese university degree through the MOFA apostille process. GreenAttest manages the apostille application, certified English translation, and any additional authentication required for UAE employment and professional licensing.
Japanese university degrees are highly regarded internationally, and many Japanese professionals work in the UAE across engineering, technology, automotive, and financial sectors. To be recognized by UAE employers and licensing bodies, Japanese degrees require authentication through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs apostille and, in most cases, certified English translation.
The apostille process for educational documents requires verification by the issuing university before MOFA will process the application. Some universities issue a verification letter directly, while others require the application to be routed through the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) for institutional confirmation.
GreenAttest coordinates the entire chain: university verification, MOFA apostille, certified translation, and any additional UAE-side authentication. We handle degrees from all types of Japanese institutions including national universities, public universities, and private universities recognized by MEXT.
Documents required
- 01 Original university degree certificate (Gakui Ki)
- 02 Official academic transcript (Seiseki Shomeisho)
- 03 University verification letter (GreenAttest can arrange)
- 04 Japanese passport copy
- 05 UAE visa or Emirates ID copy (if applicable)
- 06 Authorization letter for representative processing
Special requirements
- § Degrees from universities that have been absorbed into other institutions during Japan's university consolidation program require a succession letter from the absorbing university.
How it works
- 01 Submit your degree and transcript to GreenAttest for review.
- 02 We arrange university verification or MEXT confirmation as required.
- 03 The verified degree is submitted to Japanese MOFA for apostille.
- 04 Certified English translation is prepared by an approved translator.
- 05 Apostilled documents and translations are delivered to your UAE address.
- 06 Additional UAE-side authentication is arranged if needed.
Insider tips
Frequently asked questions
It depends on the university. Some universities issue verification letters directly that MOFA accepts. Others require MEXT confirmation, particularly for older degrees or institutions that have merged. GreenAttest determines the correct pathway for your specific university.
MOFA apostille processing takes 5-7 business days. University verification can take an additional 5-10 business days. Total end-to-end processing including translation is 15-22 business days.
Yes. Degrees and diplomas from MEXT-recognized Senmon Gakko are eligible for apostille. However, some UAE authorities distinguish between university degrees and Senmon Gakko diplomas, so GreenAttest advises on how the receiving authority classifies your qualification.
No. Master's and doctoral degrees follow the same apostille process as bachelor's degrees. The university verification step covers all degree levels issued by that institution.
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