Certificate of Amendments Legalization for the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
A Certificate of Amendments is an official document issued by a U.S. state authority recording any changes made to a company’s original formation documents—such as name changes, ownership updates, or modifications to business structure.
When intended for use in the UAE, this document must be properly authenticated and legalized to be officially recognized by UAE authorities, banks, and regulatory institutions.
The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Washington, D.C., through the U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce, facilitates the full legalization of Certificates of Amendments, ensuring your corporate records are valid and enforceable in the UAE.
Legalization Process
To make your Certificate of Amendments acceptable in the UAE, the document must undergo the following authentication steps:
Notarization – By a licensed U.S. notary public (if applicable).
State Authentication – Certification by the Secretary of State that issued the certificate.
U.S. Department of State Authentication – Federal verification (if required).
Chamber Certification – Certification by the U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce.
Embassy Legalization – Final legalization by the Embassy of the UAE in Washington, D.C.
Each step ensures the authenticity of signatures, seals, and document origin, allowing UAE authorities to fully recognize the amended corporate details.
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 |
About the Certificate of Amendments
A Certificate of Amendments officially documents modifications to a company’s foundational records and typically includes:
Company’s legal name and registration number
Details of the original filing
Nature and description of amendments
Date of approval and certification by the state
Legalizing this document confirms that your company’s updated structure or information is recognized and valid for use in the UAE.
When Is Legalization Required in the UAE?
A legalized Certificate of Amendments may be needed for:
Updating company registration details with UAE ministries or free zone authorities
Opening or modifying corporate bank accounts
Registering name changes or business expansions
Participating in contracts, tenders, or joint ventures under a revised entity name
Verifying ownership or structural changes during legal or administrative procedures
Without proper legalization, UAE authorities will not recognize any modifications made to the company’s original formation records.
Start the Legalization Process
Ensure your Certificate of Amendments is fully authenticated before submission to UAE government offices, banks, or business partners.
The Embassy of the UAE in Washington, D.C. provides professional services to handle the complete legalization process, guaranteeing compliance with UAE regulations.