ISO Certificate Legalization for the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
An ISO Certificate demonstrates that a company adheres to internationally recognized quality, safety, or environmental management standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22000, or ISO 27001. When conducting business in the UAE, companies are often required to provide a legalized ISO Certificate to verify their compliance and credibility with UAE authorities, business partners, or contractors.
Before acceptance in the UAE, this certificate must be authenticated and legalized through the Embassy of the UAE in Washington, D.C. to confirm its validity under UAE regulations.
Legalization Process
To make your ISO Certificate valid for use in the UAE, it must pass through a structured multi-step legalization process:
Notarization – If applicable, the certificate or issuing statement is notarized by a U.S. notary public.
State Authentication – The notarized certificate is authenticated by the Secretary of State where it was issued.
Federal Authentication – The document is authenticated by the U.S. Department of State (if required).
Chamber Certification – The document is certified by the U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce.
Embassy Legalization – The Embassy of the UAE in Washington, D.C. affixes its official stamp, completing the process.
Each step ensures that your ISO Certificate is legally recognized by UAE government agencies and private institutions.
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 ISO Certificate
An ISO Certificate is issued by accredited organizations to verify that a company meets specific international standards for management and operations. Common ISO standards include:
ISO 9001: Quality Management System
ISO 14001: Environmental Management System
ISO 45001: Occupational Health and Safety
ISO 22000: Food Safety Management
ISO 27001: Information Security Management
Legalization ensures that your organization’s credentials are recognized and valid when presented to UAE ministries, corporate partners, and regulatory authorities.
When a Legalized ISO Certificate Is Required in the UAE
A legalized ISO Certificate is often needed for:
Registering a company or branch in the UAE
Bidding on government tenders or private contracts
Supplying products or services to UAE institutions
Meeting import or trade compliance requirements
Demonstrating quality assurance in corporate or industrial partnerships
UAE regulatory authorities and business partners require legalization to confirm that the certificate originates from a verified and accredited source.
Start Your ISO Certificate Legalization Today
Ensure your ISO Certificate is properly authenticated and recognized in the UAE.
The Embassy of the UAE in Washington, D.C. provides official legalization services for ISO Certificates and other corporate documents issued in the United States, guaranteeing full compliance and recognition for use in the UAE.