If you’re planning to study, work, or migrate to Canada, your documents must go through the Canada Embassy or Consulate attestation process in the UAE. This step ensures that your certificates are authentic, verified, and legally recognized by Canadian authorities.
Here’s a complete guide on how it works, how long it takes, and how to make the process stress-free.
What Is Canada Embassy Attestation?
Canada Embassy or Consulate attestation is the official process of verifying documents issued in the UAE for use in Canada.
It confirms that your certificates — whether educational, personal, or commercial — are genuine and acceptable by Canadian institutions or immigration offices.
This process is especially important for:
- Students applying for higher education in Canada
- Professionals seeking work permits or PR
- Families moving to Canada for immigration
- Businesses establishing trade or legal presence
Documents That Require Canada Embassy Attestation
- Educational Certificates: Degree, diploma, transcripts, mark sheets
- Personal Documents: Birth, marriage, or medical certificates
- Commercial Documents: Company registration, power of attorney, invoices
Steps Involved in Canada Embassy Attestation
- Local Attestation in UAE
- Educational certificates: Attested by the Ministry of Education (if required)
- Personal or business documents: Verified by relevant authorities
- Finally, all documents must be attested by MOFA (Ministry of Foreign Affairs UAE)
- Submission to the Canadian Embassy or Consulate
- Once the MOFA stamp is obtained, documents are submitted to the Embassy of Canada in Abu Dhabi or Canadian Consulate in Dubai.
- Verification and Final Stamp
- The Embassy reviews authenticity and applies the official Canada attestation seal.
Timeline for attesting document from Embassy of Canada in Abu Dhabi or Canadian Consulate in Dubai.
The process usually takes 3 to 7 working days, depending on the type of document and the embassy workload.
Fees for Canada Embassy Attestation
| Document Type | Estimated Fee (AED) |
|---|---|
| Educational | AED 200 – 250 |
| Personal | AED 150 – 200 |
| Commercial | AED 300 – 400 |
(Fees may vary based on document type and embassy updates.)
Why You Need It
- Required for immigration and visa applications
- Essential for study or work permits
- Needed for legal or business transactions in Canada
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Embassy attestation can be a long process with multiple steps. Quick Attestation handles everything — from MOFA verification to embassy submission — ensuring your documents are approved smoothly.
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