China Embassy Attestation in the UAE

Documents issued in the United Arab Emirates and intended for use in China must undergo China Embassy or China Consulate attestation in the UAE to be legally accepted by Chinese authorities. This mandatory China document legalization process applies to personal, educational, and commercial documents such as birth and marriage certificates, academic diplomas, powers of attorney, and business licenses. Before applying for China Embassy attestation in Abu Dhabi or China Consulate attestation in Dubai, documents must be notarized by the relevant UAE authority and attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA). give me as html

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Why You Need China Embassy Attestation

Document attestation from the China Embassy or Consulate in UAE is required for:

For Use in China:

  • Employment visa applications and work permits
  • Family residence visa and dependent sponsorship
  • University admissions and student visa processing
  • School enrollment for children (K-12)
  • Business establishment and company registration
  • Bank account opening for non-residents
  • Property purchase and real estate transactions
  • Marriage registration with Chinese authorities
  • Inheritance claims and legal proceedings

For Use in UAE:

  • Job applications requiring Chinese qualifications
  • UAE residence visa based on Chinese education
  • Professional license applications (medical, engineering, etc.)
  • Ministry of Education equivalency certificates
  • Family visa sponsorship using Chinese documents
  • Business setup in UAE with Chinese company documents
  • Court proceedings requiring Chinese certificates
Sample of an attested document certified by the Chinese Embassy with an official red stamp and authentication hologram

China Embassy Attestation in the UAE

China Embassy attestation is required when you need to use UAE-issued documents in China, such as degrees, marriage certificates, or company documents.

China Embassy Attestation Process for UAE Documents

Step 1: Notarization / Local Certification in the UAE

The document must first be notarized or certified by the relevant UAE authority, depending on its type:

  • Educational documents: Ministry of Education (MOE)
  • Personal documents: UAE Notary Public or issuing authority
  • Commercial documents: Chamber of Commerce or licensing authority

This confirms the document is genuine at the local level.

Step 2: UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) Attestation

After notarization, the document must be attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).

✔ MOFA verifies the signature and seal of the UAE authority
✔ This step is mandatory before China Embassy submission

Step 3: China Embassy / Consulate Attestation

Once MOFA attestation is complete, the document is submitted for China Embassy attestation:

  • Dubai: Submission via the Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC)
  • Abu Dhabi: Submission to the Consular Section of the Chinese Embassy

This is the final and decisive step that makes the document legally valid for use in China.

Do UAE documents need China Embassy attestation?

Yes.
For documents issued in the UAE and intended for use in mainland China, China Embassy attestation is mandatory.

China accepts Apostilles only from Hague Convention countries. The UAE is not an Apostille country, so UAE documents cannot be apostilled and must follow the traditional embassy attestation process.

We provide fast and secure China embassy attestation for educational, non-educational, commercial certificates and many more. We handle the entire process from start to finish. Just submit the required documents to us and we will get them back to you with our free documents pickup and delivery.

Required Documents:

  • Completed “Application Form for Consular Authentication”
  • Original document with all UAE attestations
  • Copy of applicant’s valid passport
  • Copy of UAE residence visa
  • Any additional supporting documents as specified

⚠️ Important Notes:

  • Documents must have UAE MOFA attestation BEFORE China Embassy/Consulate submission
  • The China Consulate-General in Dubai ONLY authenticates documents already certified by UAE MOFA
  • Processing may be delayed during Chinese national holidays

Fast, Reliable China Embassy Abu Dhabi Attestation Services

For documents to be valid in both the UAE and China, they must undergo a specific attestation process. We handle the entire process efficiently, ensuring your documents are legalized promptly.

Key Document Types for Attestation

  • Personal Documents Attestation for UAE: Birth certificates, marriage certificates, experience certificates, medical certificates, police clearance certificates, and school transfer certificates.
  • Educational Documents Attestation: Degree certificates, transcripts, and other academic records.
  • Commercial Documents Attestation: Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association, Certificate of Incorporation, Company Registration Certificate, Power of Attorney, commercial invoices, certificates of origin, and other trade-related documents

Attestation of Chinese Documents for Use in the UAE

Warning: Many clients mistakenly take these documents to the Chinese Consulate in Dubai. This is incorrect. The Consulate in Dubai cannot attest a document issued in China. If you have a document issued in China (e.g., a Degree from Beijing University), it must be processed inside China before it can be accepted by the UAE Government.

Notary Public (China): The document is notarized in the city/province where it was issued.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs (China):  The notarized document is authenticated by the MFA in Beijing or local Foreign Affairs Offices.

UAE Embassy in Beijing: The document is stamped by the UAE Embassy in China. This is the crucial step that links the document to the UAE legal system.

Final Step: UAE MOFA: Once the document arrives in the UAE, it is attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).

How GloboPrime Corporate Services Helps: We have trusted partners in Beijing and Shanghai. We can collect your documents, handle the full legalization process inside China, and deliver the final attested documents to your doorstep in Dubai or Abu Dhabi.

China Consulate-General in Dubai

Official Name: Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Dubai Address: Villa No. 14, Street 8 (formerly Street 7a), Community 357, Umm Al Sheif Street, Safa 2 Area, Dubai, UAE Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9348, Dubai, UAE

Contact Information

  • Phone: +971 4 394 4733
  • Fax: +971 4 395 2207
  • Email: chinaconsul_db_ae@mfa.gov.cn

Consular Service Hours

  • Sunday to Thursday: 09:00 – 12:00
  • Closed: Friday, Saturday, and public holidays

Consular Jurisdiction

Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah Important: Most visa applications and China document attestation services for Dubai and Northern Emirates residents are processed through the Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC), not directly at the Consulate.

Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC) – Dubai

Operated by: VFS Global (authorized by the China Consulate-General) This is the mandatory submission center for all ordinary passport holders applying for China visas or document legalization in Dubai and the Northern Emirates. Location: WAFI City Mall (Wafi Mall) Address: Ground Floor, Unit 546, Phase 5 (Horus), Umm Hurair 2, Dubai Note: Previously located on Level 3. Please follow mall signboards for “VFS Global for China”.

Operating Hours

  • Submission: Monday – Friday | 09:00 – 15:00
  • Collection: Monday – Friday | 09:00 – 16:00
  • Closed: Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays

Services Provided

  • China visa applications (all categories)
  • China Embassy document attestation and legalization
  • Consular authentication services
  • Application fee collection
  • Document tracking and status inquiries

Processing Time

  • Regular visa: 4 working days
  • Express visa: 2–3 working days
  • China document attestation: 7 working days

Prohibited Items at CVASC

  • Electronic devices (cameras, laptops, MP3 players)
  • Large bags (backpacks, briefcases, suitcases)
  • Food and beverages
  • Mobile phones must be on silent mode

How to Reach WAFI Mall

  • By Metro: Healthcare City Metro Station (15-minute walk)
  • By Car: Ample parking available at WAFI Mall
  • By Taxi: Tell the driver “WAFI Mall, Umm Hurair”

Our Reliable Attestation Process

Our Process

Document Collection

Submit your documents to our office.

Verification

We verify the documents through the required channels.

Attestation

Documents are submitted to the China Embassy for final attestation.

Delivery

Once attested, documents are safely returned to you.

GloboPrime Abu Dhabi – Document Attestation & Translation Services in the UAE

GloboPrime UAE Corporate Services is located in Al Khazna Tower on Najda Street (Fatima Bint Mubarak Street), close to Al Wahda Mall, providing professional document attestation and certified translation services in Abu Dhabi. Our office is easily accessible from Al Nahyan, Madinat Zayed, and Al Danah. We also support clients across the UAE, including Dubai, Sharjah, and Ras Al Khaimah, through secure document handling and reliable courier services.

Our Document Attestation & Translation Services

Educational Document Attestation : Degree certificates, diplomas, and school certificate attestation for use in the UAE and abroad.

Personal Document Legalization: Marriage certificates, birth certificates, and police clearance certificate (PCC) attestation.

Corporate & Commercial Attestation: Commercial invoices, board resolutions, powers of attorney, and other business document legalization.

Certified Legal Translation: Professional certified translation services in English, Arabic, Chinese, and additional languages, accepted by UAE authorities and embassies.

We support individuals and businesses with complete document legalization solutions for use in the UAE and internationally, handling each step with accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance.