Marriage Certificate Attestation

Marriage certificate attestation is mandatory for couples seeking to formalize their union in the UAE. It is particularly for family visa applications. An attestation of a marriage certificate, which involves notarization and attestation by both the home country's Ministry of External Affairs and the UAE Embassy, ensures the marriage is legally valid in the UAE. It is a significant step for accessing legal benefits and formally maintaining the couple's relationship within the country. This process streamlines their transition to life in the UAE. For those looking to complete the process, marriage certificate attestation ensures the UAE authorities legally recognize the marriage. If you want to attest your marriage certificate, our expert services can guide you through the mandatory steps. They will ensure the authenticity of your documents.

What is a marriage certificate?

A marriage certificate is a legal document that proves a marriage relationship between two people. A government authority offices provide the certifications. These certificates include the complete information about the couple.

What is a civil marriage in the UAE?

A civil marriage is a civil partnership between a man and a woman of any religion, nationality, or ethnicity, regulated by the UAE Personal Status Law. Couples of different faiths or nationalities who face challenges in getting married in their home countries or within their religious institutions often prefer this option. The marriage certificate is legally recognized in the UAE and offers benefits, including inheritance rights and joint property ownership.

How To Attest a Marriage Certificate In the UAE?

• Receive your marriage certificate from the officer who married you.
• You must bring your ID and your spouse's ID.
• Get the certificate attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
• If needed, translate the certificate into English or another language.
• Use a translator approved by the UAE Ministry of Justice.
• Optional: Further attestation of the marriage certificate by the embassy of your home country in Dubai, depending on your requirements.

Is an Attestation of Marriage Certificate Mandatory For A Family Visa in the UAE?

A marriage certificate attestation is mandatory to obtain a family visa in the UAE. To establish the relationship between the sponsor and their spouse and to show that the marriage is valid, the relevant authorities and MOFA Dubai attest the marriage certificate. Other documents required for a family visa include passport copies, a UAE residence visa, a salary certificate or employment contract, a tenancy or accommodation contract, and birth certificates (for children).

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UAE Marriage Certificate Attestation For a Family Visa

• Have a notary public in the country where the marriage took place notarize the marriage certificate first.
• Attestation by the Ministry of External Affairs or the foreign affairs department of the nation of origin is required of the marriage certificate following notarisation. This stage confirms the validity of the marriage certificate and ensures it meets the legal criteria of the nation of origin.
• Once the Foreign Affairs Department of the home nation has certified the certificate, the next step is to have the UAE Embassy attest to the certificate in the home country.
• Following the attestation by the UAE Embassy, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Dubai must certify the marriage certificate issued in the United Arab Emirates.
• Translation (if required): If you plan to use the marriage certificate outside of the UAE, particularly for purposes such as applying for a visa or residency in another country, you may need to translate it into English or the language required by the foreign embassy.
• Optional attestation by the foreign embassy in the UAE: Depending on your requirements, you may need to have your attested marriage certificate further authenticated by the embassy of your home country in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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Benchmark Attestation Services in Dubai

Reputable company Benchmark Attestation UAE offers UAE marriage certificate attestation services both here in the UAE and abroad. Our legalization professionals will supply your certified documentation and provide timely updates as needed.

Contact our attestation professionals at +971 50 474 1340 or Landline at +971 4 396 1284.