If you plan to work, study, or settle in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and your certificates are issued in Ireland, you must complete the Irish document attestation process. Without proper attestation, UAE authorities will not accept your Irish certificates.
This guide covers the attestation process for Irish documents, the types of certificates that need it, and why using a professional agency like Best Attestation makes the process simple and error-free.
What is Irish Document Attestation?
Irish document attestation is the process of verifying and legalizing documents issued in Ireland for use in the UAE. This multi-step authentication ensures that the UAE government recognizes your certificates as valid and genuine.
Which Irish Documents Need Attestation?
Educational Certificates: Degree, diploma, school certificates, transcripts
Personal Certificates: Birth, marriage, divorce certificates
Commercial Documents: Power of attorney, MOA, commercial invoices
Pro Tip: If your Irish documents are not in English or Arabic, they must be legally translated. Best Attestation provides certified legal translations and complete attestation services from both Ireland and the UAE.
Step‑by‑Step Irish Document Attestation Process in UAE
Notarization in Ireland
DFA (Department of Foreign Affairs) Attestation in Ireland
UAE Embassy Attestation in Ireland
MOFA Attestation in UAE
Processing Time & Cost
Timeframe: 8–15 working days depending on document type
Cost: AED 400–600 for personal certificates (educational and commercial documents cost more)
Irish Document Attestation in Dubai
Dubai is the UAE’s hub for international professionals and businesses. Best Attestation Dubai provides:
Free document pick-up & delivery in Dubai (Deira, Bur Dubai, Business Bay, JLT, Marina, etc.)
Same-day MOFA attestation at Dubai
Express Irish degree and personal document attestation for employment visas
Irish Document Attestation in Abu Dhabi
If you live in the UAE capital, our Abu Dhabi branch ensures:
Direct coordination with UAE MOFA headquarters in Abu Dhabi
Embassy legalization support for Irish documents
Door-to-door attestation services for Al Reem Island, Khalifa City, Mussafah, etc.
Irish Document Attestation in Sharjah & Northern Emirates
Residents in Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Umm Al Quwain can enjoy:
Free collection and delivery across the Northern Emirates
Fast-tracked processing for educational, personal, and commercial documents
Dedicated customer support for status updates
Why Choose Best Attestation for Irish Documents?
End-to-end attestation from Ireland & UAE
MOFA-approved and trusted by thousands of clients
Legal translations (English/Arabic) included
Real-time tracking & customer support
Competitive pricing with no hidden costs
Do I need Irish document attestation for a UAE visa?
Yes. All Irish educational, personal, and commercial documents must be attested to be legally accepted by UAE authorities.
Can Best Attestation handle documents directly from Ireland?
Yes. We handle notarization, DFA Ireland attestation, UAE Embassy attestation in Ireland, and final UAE MOFA attestation.
Do Irish certificates require translation?
Yes, if the document is in Irish or any language other than English or Arabic. We provide certified legal translation.
Typically 8–15 working days. We also offer express service options.
Need Irish document attestation in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Sharjah?
Best Attestation is your MOFA-approved partner for complete attestation and translation services across the UAE. Contact Us
