Document legalization is the process of verifying the authenticity and legal validity of documents for use in another country. In the UAE, legalization is necessary to ensure documents issued abroad are recognized by local authorities, institutions, and organizations. Without legalization, your documents may be considered invalid or unrecognized in the UAE.

Typically, the following types of documents require legalization:

• Family Documents: Marriage certificates, birth certificates, divorce certificates.
• Educational Documents: Diplomas, degrees, and certificates of qualifications.
• Commercial Documents: Company incorporation documents, contracts, and agreements.
• Legal Documents: Wills, court rulings.
• Medical Documents: Medical certificates, test results.

The legalization process involves the following steps:

• Translation: Documents must be translated into Arabic.
• Notarial Attestation: Documents must be notarized.
• Ministerial Legalization: The documents must then be legalized by the relevant ministry (e.g., Ministry of Foreign Affairs).
• Legalization in the UAE: Once legalized in the country of origin, the documents must be further legalized in the UAE.

Each document may have specific requirements, so it is advisable to confirm the details for your particular case.

For legalization purposes in the UAE, translations must be completed by certified translators or accredited translation agencies.