WAEC/NECO Certificate Attestation
WAEC/NECO Certificate Attestation
West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and National Examinations Council (NECO) certificates are the foundation documents for many Nigerian professionals working in the UAE. These secondary education certificates are frequently required alongside university degrees for employment visa processing and professional licensing applications.
Green Apple Attest provides specialised attestation services for both WAEC and NECO certificates. We coordinate verification directly with the examination body to confirm the certificate is genuine, then route it through FMFA authentication, UAE Embassy legalisation, and MOFA attestation.
Our team is experienced with the specific verification processes used by WAEC and NECO, including the online verification systems and physical confirmation procedures. We know which offices to contact, what formats are accepted, and how to resolve common issues such as name discrepancies or missing scratch card verification.
Documents Required
- Original WAEC or NECO certificate
- WAEC scratch card result verification printout (or NECO equivalent)
- Statement of result (if certificate has not yet been collected)
- Clear colour copy of your Nigerian passport (data page)
- Clear colour copy of UAE visa or Emirates ID (if applicable)
- Completed attestation request form
Special Requirements
- • WAEC or NECO verification must be completed before FMFA will accept the certificate for authentication.
How It Works
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1Submit your WAEC or NECO certificate and supporting documents for review.
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2We complete examination body verification through WAEC or NECO official channels.
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3The verified certificate is submitted to FMFA for authentication in Abuja.
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4UAE Embassy legalisation is processed in Nigeria.
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5MOFA attestation is completed in the UAE and the certificate is delivered to you.
Insider Tips
Insider Tips
- Purchase a WAEC scratch card and verify your results online before starting the attestation process. This confirms your certificate details are correct in the WAEC system.
- If your WAEC certificate shows your maiden name, prepare a marriage certificate or sworn affidavit to link the names. This will be needed at the FMFA stage.
- NECO certificates issued before 2005 may require additional verification steps. Contact us with your certificate details before sending the original.
Frequently Asked Questions
In some cases, a WAEC statement of result can be authenticated, but UAE authorities generally prefer the original certificate. We strongly recommend collecting your certificate from your examination centre or WAEC office before starting the attestation process.
WAEC offers both online and physical verification. The online system uses a scratch card to confirm results. For attestation purposes, we also obtain a physical verification letter from WAEC confirming the certificate is genuine. This dual verification satisfies FMFA requirements.
Both WAEC and NECO certificates are accepted for UAE attestation. The process is similar, though the verification is done through NECO offices rather than WAEC. UAE authorities recognise both examination bodies equally.
Name discrepancies are common with older WAEC certificates. You will need to provide a sworn affidavit or court affidavit linking the two names, along with supporting documentation. We can advise on the exact requirements based on the nature of the discrepancy.
Quick Facts
- Processing Time
- 16-22 business days
- Pricing From
- AED 350
- Country
- Nigeria
- Delivery
- Free across the UAE
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