Commercial document attestation UAE to Saudi Arabia is a critical process for businesses aiming to expand their operations within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. At GloboPrime UAE, we specialize in providing efficient and reliable attestation services that ensure your commercial documents including Trade Licenses, Memorandum of Association (MOA), Power of Attorney (POA), and Certificates of Origin—are legally recognized and accepted by Saudi Arabian authorities. Our comprehensive attestation process leverages our extensive knowledge of both UAE and Saudi regulations, offering fast turnaround times and competitive pricing to facilitate your seamless business expansion into Saudi Arabia.
Commercial document attestation is the process of validating business documents for legal and international use. It includes notarization, MOFA UAE attestation, and embassy legalization for destination countries like Saudi Arabia. This process ensures compliance with trade, licensing, and regulatory requirements.
Attestation is mandatory for verifying the authenticity of business documents required for:
Partnership Validation: Strengthens the authenticity of agreements and contracts with foreign entities.
The process for commercial document attestation in the UAE for use in Saudi Arabia varies depending on the document’s country of issue, document type, and year of issue. To complete the attestation process, the Saudi Embassy in the UAE requires the following documentation:
Ensure all documents are original and free from any tampering.
Provide clear copies of the passport and valid visa of the individual authorized to sign the documents.
A letter on company letterhead addressed to the Saudi Consulate General, stating the purpose for authentication and including contact information of the applicant.
Include registration certificates and any other relevant details of all companies involved.
Relevant Authority:
Mandatory for International Use: Ensures authenticity of UAE-issued documents.
Embassy Submission: Take the MOFAIC-attested documents to the Saudi Arabian Embassy in UAE for legalization. The embassy reviews the documents to ensure they meet Saudi Arabian requirements for legal and commercial use. Upon approval, the embassy affixes its legalization stamp, making the documents ready for use in Saudi Arabia.
Certified Translation Services: If your documents are not in Arabic, they must be translated by a certified translator. The translated documents may also need to undergo notarization and attestation.
Submission in Saudi Arabia: Once your documents arrive in Saudi Arabia, submit them to the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA Saudi Arabia) for final attestation. After verification, MOFA Saudi Arabia provides the final attestation, ensuring your documents are legally recognized for business operations in Saudi Arabia. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs oversees the legalization and attestation of foreign documents to ensure they meet Saudi legal standards.
Service | Cost (AED) |
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Notarization | 200 – 500 per document |
UAE MOFAIC Attestation | 2,000 per document |
Saudi Embassy Legalization | 300 – 500 per document |
Translation (if required) | 200 – 500 per document |
Final MOFA Saudi Attestation | 150 – 2,000 per document |
Note: Fees are indicative and may vary based on document type and specific requirements. Contact us for a detailed quote.
Service Stage | Estimated Time |
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Notarization and Chamber Attestation | 2 – 3 days |
MOFAIC Attestation | 3 – 4 days |
Embassy Legalization | 5 – 10 days |
Final MOFA Saudi Attestation | 4 – 10 days |
Total Processing Time | 15 – 30 days |
Note: Timeframes can vary depending on the embassy’s workload and the complexity of the documents.
Notary Public Services: We start by having your commercial documents notarized by a UAE Notary Public, verifying the authenticity of signatures and document content.
UAE Chamber of Commerce: Your notarized documents are then submitted to the UAE Chamber of Commerce for official attestation, confirming the legitimacy of your business documents.
MOFAIC UAE: We handle the submission of Chamber-attested documents to MOFAIC UAE for further authentication, preparing them for embassy legalization.
Embassy Submission: Our team takes the MOFAIC-attested documents to the Saudi Arabian Embassy in UAE for legalization, ensuring they meet Saudi Arabian legal standards.
MOFA Saudi Arabia: Once in Saudi Arabia, we assist in submitting the legalized documents to the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs for final attestation, ensuring full legal recognition.
Challenge: Missing or incomplete documents can lead to delays or rejection of the attestation process.
Solution: Ensure all required documents are complete and accurately filled out. Our expert team at GloboPrime UAE reviews your documents thoroughly to prevent any omissions.
Challenge: Non-Arabic documents must be translated into Arabic, and inaccurate translations can cause legal complications.
Solution: We provide certified translation services to ensure your documents meet Saudi Arabian legal standards, avoiding any translation-related issues.
Challenge: Delays can extend the attestation timeline beyond the expected period.
Solution: Our streamlined attestation process and strong relationships with key authorities help minimize delays, ensuring your documents are attested within the stipulated timeframe.
Challenge: Dealing with the rules and regulations in both the UAE and Saudi Arabia can be challenging.
Solution: Our team of experts stays updated with the latest regulations and requirements, providing you with accurate guidance and ensuring compliance at every step.
Challenge: Documents issued by UAE Free Zones (e.g., JAFZA, DMCC) have additional attestation requirements.
Solution: We assist in obtaining necessary attestations from the respective Free Zone Authorities before proceeding with MOFAIC attestation, ensuring a seamless process.
Embassies Attestation
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Documents issued by Free Zones (e.g., JAFZA, DMCC) require attestation from the respective Free Zone Authority before proceeding to MOFAIC attestation. We can guide you through this additional step.
Yes, non-Arabic documents must be translated into Arabic by a certified translator to meet Saudi Arabian legal standards.