United Arab Emirates is NOT a Hague Apostille country. An apostille is not enough on its own. Documents must be authenticated by Global Affairs Canada and then legalized by the United Arab Emirates embassy, with final attestation completed after the document arrives. We handle the full chain.
| Destination status | Not a Hague member — legalization required |
| What you need | Authentication + embassy legalization (not an apostille) |
| Translation | A legal Arabic translation is required. |
| Canadian authority | Global Affairs Canada, then the embassy |
How your document is routed in Canada
The Canadian authority depends on where your document was issued or notarized — not on where you live. See the document guides and the by-province overview for the exact authority, fee and timeline.
Most-requested documents for United Arab Emirates include employment, family and business. Common examples are RCMP checks, degrees and transcripts, and vital certificates — each with its own routing, which we confirm at pre-check.
The legalization chain for United Arab Emirates
- Notarize the document where required (we arrange it).
- Authenticate at Global Affairs Canada in Ottawa.
- Legalize at the United Arab Emirates embassy or consulate in Canada.
- Final attestation is typically completed after the document arrives at destination.
Common questions
Does United Arab Emirates accept an apostille?
No. United Arab Emirates is not a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, so an apostille is not enough. Documents need authentication by Global Affairs Canada and then legalization by the United Arab Emirates embassy, with attestation completed after arrival.
What is the process from Canada?
Notarize if required, authenticate at Global Affairs Canada, then legalize at the country's embassy or consulate in Canada. We map the full chain and handle each step.
Do I need a translation?
A legal Arabic translation is required.
Sending a document to United Arab Emirates?
Upload a scan — we'll confirm the exact route, screen it for refusal risks, and send a fixed quote within one business day.
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