UAE Document Attestation Made Smoother: VFS Global Boosts Convenience in 6 Key Markets

Why This Matters for Travel Agencies & Corporate Planners

For travel agents, consolidators, corporate planners, and airline professionals, document attestation for the UAE is a critical—and often time-consuming—step. From educational certificates to birth/marriage documents, power of attorney, or business records, clients face layers of bureaucracy before their papers are MoFA-certified. Delays or missteps here can stall visas, enrollments, or sponsorships.

What Has Changed? VFS Global Steps In

VFS Global, in collaboration with the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA), has expanded its global footprint to now handle UAE document attestation in six additional countries:

• India

• Jordan

• Saudi Arabia

• The Philippines

• South Korea

• The United Kingdom

Now, your clients in these regions can avoid embassy queues and high-error hassles with a streamlined outsourcing option.

Attestation 101: What It Encompasses

Attestation is the formal verification that a document issued in one jurisdiction is authentic and legally valid in another. In the UAE context, this often covers:

• Birth, marriage, or divorce certificates

• Educational credentials (diplomas, transcripts)

• Power of attorney

• Commercial or business paperwork

This process is a compliance must-have for purposes such as employment, education, business setup, or sponsorship in the UAE.

Benefits of Using VFS Global

While MoFA still offers attestation via its website or mobile app, VFS Global brings added convenience:

• Reliable courier pickup and delivery — No need for clients to visit embassies or chase logistics

• Error reduction — Expert handling limits misfiling or incomplete applications

• Real-time tracking & support — Dedicated customer service ensures transparency

• Time efficiency — Particularly valuable for professionals or families on tight schedules

Note: This service is optional and fee-based—but often worth it for the time, clarity, and ease it brings.

How It Works: Step-by-Step Guide

• Visit mofa.gov.ae or use the MoFA mobile app

• Select service type: “Attestation Services Outside UAE”

• Choose your country and then VFS Global as the preferred provider

• Pay the attestation fee online

• Prepare and submit your documents for courier pick-up

• VFS forwards the paperwork to the UAE mission for MoFA processing

• MoFA may request additional information via email if needed

• Once approved, documents are couriered back to your registered address

This end-to-end approach ensures that your clients remain in the loop from submission to return—without embassy visits or long waits.

Conclusion & Takeaway for B2B Travel Professionals

VFS Global’s extension of UAE document attestation services into India, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the Philippines, South Korea, and the UK is a game changer. This streamlined process means:

• Faster, more reliable attestation for clients in key source markets

• Reduced administrative burden for agents, corporates, and travel teams

• Enhanced confidence and satisfaction among clients relying on timely documentation

As a B2B travel partner, incorporating this option into your service offering can elevate your value—giving clients both convenience and assurance.

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