Attesting Portuguese Documents for the UAEBefore you can a document that was issued in Portugal in the UAE, it will need to be attested. Whether it is a birth, marriage or death certificate, an educational qualification or in fact any other personal or company document from Portugal, let us take the hassle away for you and process this for you. How does it work?Attesting documents from Portugal can be complicated, especially as the process is different depending upon the type of document you have, and who you need to present it to. As most documents will be written in Portuguese, and these are not accepted by the UAE authorities, they will also need to be translated into English. We’ve outlined below the usual process that documents need to go through, but bear in mind that this can vary according to what you need to attest. Request your free personal quotation to be sure that you have the most accurate advice. Initial Certification  Ministerial CertificationFor some documents, the first step is to have the document certified by a relevant authority. In the case of requiring an educational qualification to be attested, these need to be certified by the Directorate-General for Higher Education (DGES) known in Portugal as the Direcção Geral do Ensino Superior. Common personal documents such as birth, marriage and death certificates1 do not require this step. Legal Translation Translation from Portuguese to EnglishDocuments that are written in Portuguese will need to be translated into English. The translation is then bound together with the original document, and this multi-page bundle is what is attested.  Want to know more about Translation?Check out our translations page to learn more about the different types of translations, and what they're used for. Notarial Certification  Certification of the TranslationOnce the translation has been completed, it must then be certified by a Notary Public. This step of the process provides assurance that the translation has been completed by a qualified person or company, and that they have sworn (attested) as to the accuracy of the translation. Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Portugal  Portuguese LegalisationOnce the translation has been notarised, it can then be legalised by the Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Ministério dos Negócios Estrangeiros) in Lisbon (Lisboa). During this process, the officials at the Public Service Office (Gabinete de Atendimento ao Publico) will add a declaration page to the document which is their validation that the Notary Public is genuine and registered with them. UAE Embassy in Portugal  UAE Embassy AttestationThe final step in Portugal is to have the document stamped, known as attested, by the UAE Embassy in Lisbon (Lisboa). During this stage an official UAE-government sticker and seal is applied to the document. This confirms to the authorities in the UAE that the document has completed all the required steps in Portugal. Ministry of Foreign Affairs (UAE)  MoFA Attestation (UAE)Once the document has reached the UAE, it requires a further attestation stamp by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the UAE which validates that your document has been processed correctly in Portugal. Some employers make arrangements to handle this for you, so you should check whether this needs to be completed by you or not. If you prefer to handle this process yourself, we can arrange for the required PCR test to be carried out before you attend. If your document does not require a final Arabic translation (see the next section), then once this stamp has been applied you can then use the document in the UAE. Translation Translation from English into ArabicIn certain circumstances, your document may also require translation into Arabic. Again, your employer may handle this for you so best to check. If required, the whole document and its relevant stamps are translated from English into Arabic by a recognised certified translator. Once the translation has been done, then everything has been completed to make it fully useable within the UAE.  Attestation Notes
How much does it cost?Prices can vary based on the type of document you have, and the processes it will have to go through to be fully attested. We've put a general guideline below based on two of the most popular document types, but it's best to get in touch for a personalised quote. Birth, Marriage & Death Certificates From 3610 AEDPer Document This service includes:
Education Certificates From 3610 AEDPer Document This service includes:
DisclaimerMoFA Attestation and Translation of documents are not included in the above pricing, and will incur an extra fee if required. Exchange rates may also vary which can drive the price up or down at any given time. For the most accurate quotation for your circumstances, please get in touch. Why choose Vital Certificates? Acceptance GuaranteeWe guarantee your document will be valid in the country for which it was attested. Document CheckingYour documents will be checked prior to submission to ensure they are accepted. Service UpdatesRegular service updates mean you always know where your documents are. Industry Leading StaffOur advisers undertake regular training so the advice they give is always up-to-date. Scanning ServiceGet a digital copy of your completed documents prior to receiving shipment. Fully Inclusive PriceFees always include all charges, shipping and VAT (where applicable). Docs from any country...We're able to attest a range of documents for use in the UAE, no matter where you're from. You can rest assured that by using our service, your attested documents will be accepted within the UAE. EuropeAsia/Oceania Don't see your country on the list?Don't worry! We can attest documents from over 150 different countries worldwide. Get in touch to find the solution that's right for you. Request a Quote Request a CallbackFill in the form and one of our specially trained advisors will get in touch as soon as possible, within normal working hours (Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:30). |
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