Consular Legalization of Armenian Diplomas and Certificates for the UAE
If you plan to work or study in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), your diploma or certificate issued in Armenia must undergo consular legalization. This is a mandatory process, as the UAE does not recognize the Apostille and requires all official documents to be authenticated through consular procedures.
The company Business Liga provides services for the consular legalization of Armenian documents for the UAE, helping you avoid bureaucratic complexities and long waiting times.
What is consular legalization and why is it needed?
Consular legalization is the process of officially confirming the authenticity of documents, which includes certification by the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia, and the UAE Consulate.
📌 When is consular legalization required?
✔ For employment in the UAE (especially for doctors, engineers, teachers)
✔ For admission to universities in the UAE
✔ For obtaining a resident visa under an employment contract
✔ For confirming qualifications with local authorities
💡 Important! Without a legalized diploma, you will not be able to work in your profession or confirm your education with Emirati institutions.
Procedure for consular legalization of Armenian diplomas and certificates for the UAE
🔹 1. Certification by the Ministry of Education of Armenia
If the document pertains to education (certificate, diploma, diploma supplement), it must be verified by the Ministry of Education.
🔹 2. Certification by the Ministry of Justice of Armenia
The Ministry of Justice confirms the authenticity of the document before submission to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
🔹 3. Legalization by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of Armenia
The MFA of Armenia certifies the signatures of the Ministry of Justice and Education, attesting to the document’s authenticity for international use.
🔹 4. Legalization by the UAE Embassy in Armenia
The final step is the certification of the document at the UAE Consulate in Yerevan.
💡 After arriving in the UAE, the document may also require final registration with the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).
Which documents can be legalized for the UAE?
📌 Educational documents:
✔ High school diploma
✔ Bachelor’s degree diploma
✔ Master’s degree diploma
✔ PhD diploma
✔ Diploma supplement (transcript with grades)
📌 Other official documents:
✔ Birth certificate
✔ Marriage certificate
✔ Police clearance certificate
Timing and cost of consular legalization
⏳ Processing times:
✔ Ministry of Education – 3-7 working days
✔ Ministry of Justice – 3-5 working days
✔ MFA of Armenia – 5-7 working days
✔ UAE Consulate – 7-15 working days
💰 Cost depends on:
✔ Government fees
✔ Urgency
✔ Additional notary services
How do we help?
📌 We advise on UAE requirements
📌 Prepare the full document package
📌 Arrange translations and notarization
📌 Handle legalization in ministries and the consulate
📌 Deliver documents to clients in the UAE
📞 Contact us, and we will help you legalize your Armenian diploma or certificate for the UAE without unnecessary complications!