Bylaws Legalization for Use in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Bylaws are internal governance documents of a U.S. corporation or limited liability company (LLC) that define management structure, operational procedures, and shareholder/member rights.
When conducting business, registering a branch, or engaging in partnerships in the UAE, Bylaws must be properly legalized to be officially recognized by UAE authorities and institutions.
The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Washington, D.C., through the U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce, facilitates full legalization of corporate Bylaws for use in the UAE.
Legalization Process
To ensure acceptance in the UAE, Bylaws must go through a verified multi-step authentication process:
Notarization – Bylaws must be notarized by a licensed U.S. notary public.
State Certification – The notarized document is certified by the Secretary of State in the state of issuance.
Federal Authentication – If applicable, the U.S. Department of State verifies the state certification.
Chamber Certification – The U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce certifies the Bylaws.
Embassy Legalization – The Embassy of the UAE in Washington, D.C. applies the final legalization seal.
This ensures that Bylaws are officially recognized and enforceable in the UAE.
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 Bylaws?
Bylaws are formal internal governance rules of a company that include:
Board of directors’ or members’ responsibilities and authority
Voting procedures and shareholder/member rights
Appointment of officers and management structure
Operational rules and corporate policies
When intended for use in the UAE—for example, to register a company branch, open a bank account, or submit to government authorities—Bylaws must be legalized to confirm their authenticity and validity.
When Legalization Is Required in the UAE
Legalization of Bylaws is typically needed for:
Submitting documents to UAE ministries, free zone authorities, or regulatory bodies
Registering a branch, subsidiary, or representative office
Opening corporate bank accounts in the UAE
Participating in tenders, contracts, or joint ventures
Demonstrating compliance with UAE corporate governance requirements
Proper legalization certifies that the Bylaws were issued by a recognized U.S. company and are legally valid for official use in the UAE.
Start Legalizing Your Bylaws Today
The Embassy of the UAE in Washington, D.C. provides reliable legalization services for Bylaws.
Through notarization, state and federal certification, and embassy legalization, your corporate governance documents will be fully authenticated and ready for use in the UAE.