Marriage Certificate Attestation for UAE Embassy and MOFA in India
Getting your marriage certificate attested for the UAE is needed if you’re
- Applying for a visa,
- Sponsoring family members,
- Handling any official paperwork there.
UAE authorities require this attestation to verify your marital status with authentic, legally recognised documents. A marriage certificate attestation for the UAE acts as your official proof linking your personal life to your residency or employment rights in the UAE. Without it, your visa application or family sponsorship can get delayed or rejected.
Good news: You can obtain your marriage certificate attestation for the UAE in India without sending your application to the UAE. The entire process is simple when handled professionally. Whether you’re in Kerala, Chennai, or Pune, we manage the attestation and get your document embassy-approved for the UAE!
Step-by-Step Process for Marriage Certificate Attestation for UAE in India
Getting your marriage certificate attested for the UAE is a clear 5-step process. Thanks to the new 2025 UAE regulations, everything, including MOFA attestation, is now done in India. This eliminates the need for international shipping.
Step 1: Notarization is Your First Step
Your marriage certificate first gets verified by a licensed Notary Public where the certificate was issued or where you currently reside.
For example, if your marriage certificate was issued in Kerala, Chennai, or Pune, a local notary will authenticate it. This process of notarization is applicable for some documents only.
What happens: The Notary Public confirms the authenticity of your marriage certificate, verifies signatures and details, and stamps it with their official seal, making it legally recognised for the next government-level attestation.
Step 2: State Home Department or SDM Attests Your Marriage Certificate
Your marriage certificate first gets verified by your state’s Home Department (or General Administration Branch) where the certificate was issued. For example, if your marriage certificate was issued in Kerala, it will be attested by Kerala’s Home Department.
Depending on your visa requirements, your marriage certificate can be routed directly to the Sub-divisional Magistrate (SDM) in your state.
What happens: The Home Department or SDM confirms the validity of your marriage certificate and stamps it, verifying it at the state level.
Step 3: Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Attestation
After your state stamps your document, it goes to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in Delhi. MEA puts a national-level attestation confirming the document’s authenticity and its suitability for international usage.
What happens: MEA checks all prior verifications and adds India’s official seal for further credibility.
Step 4: UAE Embassy Attestation
Next, your MEA-attested marriage certificate is submitted to the UAE Embassy in India (located in Delhi, Mumbai, or nearby consulates). The embassy stamps the certificate confirming it’s legally acceptable in the UAE.
What happens: UAE Embassy confirms all previous attestation steps and applies their official legalisation stamp.
Step 5: MOFA Attestation (Now Done in India)
The final attestation step is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) attestation, which now also happens in India per 2025 updates. MOFA adds the UAE government approval seal digitally, completing the process and making your document fully valid for use in the UAE.
What happens: Your marriage certificate receives the final UAE government approval while still in India
Documents Required for Marriage Certificate Attestation for UAE
To get your marriage certificate attested for the UAE, you typically need to provide:
- Original marriage certificate
- Photocopies of the marriage certificate (both sides)
- Identity proof, such as an Aadhaar card or passport
How to Get a Marriage Certificate Attested by the UAE Embassy in India?
You have two options:
Option A: Do It Yourself (DIY)
You can personally visit the offices to attest your marriage certificate. The process involves:
- Collecting the original marriage certificate and photocopies
- Getting it notarised by a notary public
- Getting attestation from your State Home Department/SDM, depending on visa requirements.
- Submitting documents to MEA in Delhi
- Taking documents to the UAE Embassy (Delhi/Mumbai)
- Waiting for MOFA attestation
- Collecting an attested marriage certificate
Challenges: The DIY route involves visiting multiple offices, standing in long queues, risk of missing documents causing delays, and complex paperwork with strict timelines. Also, managing the changing embassy requirements by yourself can be stressful.
Option B: Professional Marriage Certificate Attestation Service
Let experienced professionals handle the entire process for you with just a quick call or WhatsApp:
- Contact us on 94261 28077 with your details
- We pick up your documents for free, from anywhere in India (Kerala, Chennai, Pune, and beyond)
- We handle all state, MEA, UAE Embassy, and MOFA attestation steps
- You track progress via WhatsApp
- Receive your fully attested marriage certificate delivered safely to your doorstep
Benefits include: zero travel, faster processing, careful handling of paperwork, guaranteed accuracy, and 24/7 support.
Indian Marriage Certificate Attestation for UAE Charges
The fees for marriage certificate attestation for UAE typically depend on your location and urgency, but generally range from 11000 to 12000 INR. Charges include all government levies for the Home Department, MEA, UAE Embassy, and MOFA attestation.
Costs in metro cities like Kerala, Chennai, and Pune may have slight variations due to processing fees and courier.
Indian Marriage Certificate Attestation Timeline
It generally takes 3 weeks if you do the attention yourself. But if you choose marriage certificate attetsattion services for UAE, the process can be done in 8 to 10 working days. No matter whether you do the UAE embassy attestation yourself or by an attestation service provider, some factors will affect the timeline:
Document Accuracy & Completeness
Missing signatures, incorrect details, or incomplete forms cause rejections and restarts, adding 3-7 days per error.
State of Issue & Home Department Workload
Processing varies by state—busier departments like Maharashtra or Delhi take longer (3-5 days) vs. smaller states (1-2 days).
SDM vs Home Department Verification
SDM attestation is often faster (1-2 days) than Home Department (2-4 days), but availability depends on your location and visa requirements.
Level of Verification Required
Court marriages or older certificates need extra scrutiny, extending notary/Home Dept steps by 2-3 days.
MEA (Ministry of External Affairs) Backlog
Delhi MEA handles thousands daily—high volume can add 2-5 extra days during peak seasons or holidays.
UAE Embassy Queue & Holidays
Embassy workload, UAE national holidays, or digital MOFA processing delays can extend the final step by 3-7 days.
UK/USA Marriage Certificate Attestation for UAE & Indian Marriage Certificate Attestation for UAE
If your marriage certificate is issued outside India, like in the UK, it still requires attestation for use in the UAE.
Use case: You’re an indian who lived in the USA, got married there and are now back in India. Now, you’re migrating to the UAE.
UK/USA marriage certificate attestation process in the UAE requires:
- Notarization in the UK/USA
- Apostille from FCDO in UK / Apostille from Department of State in US /
- UAE Embassy/MoFA Attestation stamp UK/USA
Now the entire process can be done easily with us! See below!
Marriage Certificate Attestation for UAE in India: Pan-India Service
We offer trusted marriage certificate attestation services across India, including:
- Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Kolkata
- Chennai & Tamil Nadu
- Pune & Maharashtra
- Kerala (Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Kozhikode) and more
We offer free pickup and delivery across all 28+ states and UTs, giving you a convenient experience no matter your location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a marriage certificate attestation required for UAE visa?
Yes, marriage certificate attestation is mandatory for UAE visas if you are sponsoring family, applying for residency, or submitting any official family-related documents. Unattested certificates are often rejected because the UAE requires legal proof of your relationship. Certificate attestation is not needed for a tourist visa.
Can I get a marriage certificate attestation done without going through the Home Department?
Unless you do SDM attestation or home department verification, state-level verification is important, as it verifies your marriage certificate at the state level before MEA and UAE Embassy processing. Skipping this step will result in rejection.
Do I need the original marriage certificate for attestation or just photocopies?
You need the original marriage certificate along with photocopies and ID proof (passport or Aadhaar). Photocopies alone are not accepted by notary or Home Department offices.
Can a UK or foreign marriage certificate be attested for UAE use?
Yes, foreign marriage certificates can be attested for the UAE, but they require additional notarization or legalisation in the issuing country first, then MEA and the UAE Embassy attestation in India.
Will my marriage certificate attestation be valid permanently for UAE?
Yes, once attested by the UAE Embassy, your marriage certificate is permanently valid in the UAE. However, some employers or authorities may request recent attestation (within 6-12 months), so it’s best to confirm with your specific UAE contact.
Can I do a marriage certificate attestation myself without a professional service?
Yes, you can personally visit the notary, Home Department, MEA (Delhi), and UAE Embassy, but it involves multiple trips, long queues, complex paperwork, and high rejection risk if any document is missing or incorrect.