Affidavits and Corporate Resolutions Legalization for UAE
When conducting business with entities or government authorities in the United Arab Emirates, Affidavits and Corporate Resolutions issued in the United States must be duly legalized to ensure their acceptance under UAE law.
The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Washington, D.C. provides official legalization services for these documents, confirming their authenticity for legal, administrative, and business purposes within the UAE.
Legalization Process
Each Affidavit or Corporate Resolution must undergo a sequence of authentication steps before submission to the UAE Embassy:
Notarization – The document must be notarized by a licensed notary public in the United States.
State Certification – The Secretary of State in the issuing state certifies the notarized document.
Federal Authentication – The U.S. Department of State may authenticate the document (if required).
Chamber Certification – The document is certified by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce or relevant authority.
Embassy Legalization – The UAE Embassy in Washington, D.C. applies the final legalization seal.
This process ensures that the documents are officially recognized and enforceable in the United Arab Emirates for legal, corporate, or administrative use.
Notarized Company Document Processing Time & Fees.
| Service | Fees | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Service fee | $80 | - |
| Maryland notary, court and state fees | $15 | 1 |
| Embassy of UAE fee | $700 | 8 |
| Total | $795 | 9 business days |
What Are Affidavits and Corporate Resolutions?
Affidavits are sworn statements of fact, verified by a notary public, and used to confirm company decisions, authorizations, or declarations for official purposes.
Corporate Resolutions are formal documents issued by a company’s board of directors or shareholders to authorize specific actions such as:
Appointing representatives or authorized signatories
Approving business agreements or investments abroad
Establishing branches or partnerships in the UAE
Executing contracts or financial transactions
To be recognized in the UAE, both Affidavits and Corporate Resolutions must undergo complete legalization to verify authenticity and legal validity.
When Legalization Is Required in the UAE
Affidavits and Corporate Resolutions are commonly required for:
Registering a branch or representative office in the UAE
Executing business contracts or joint ventures
Opening corporate or investment bank accounts
Submitting documents to UAE ministries or government authorities
Participating in tenders, mergers, or acquisitions
Legalization ensures that these corporate documents are issued by a verified U.S. entity and carry full legal authority within the UAE.
Start Legalizing Your Affidavits and Corporate Resolutions
The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Washington, D.C. facilitates complete legalization services for Affidavits and Corporate Resolutions.
Our process ensures that your corporate documents are properly authenticated, certified, and accepted by all relevant authorities and institutions across the UAE.