Letter of Authorization Legalization for the United Arab Emirates (UAE)

When conducting business or personal transactions in the UAE, you may need to delegate authority to another individual or organization through a Letter of Authorization (LOA). To be legally recognized in the UAE, this document must be authenticated and legalized through the U.S. Department of State and the Embassy of the UAE in Washington, D.C.

The Embassy of the UAE, in collaboration with the U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce (USACC), provides comprehensive legalization services for Letters of Authorization, ensuring your documents meet UAE legal standards and are processed efficiently.

What is a Letter of Authorization?

A Letter of Authorization is an official document granting permission to another party to act or make decisions on behalf of an individual or organization. Common uses include:

  • Authorizing representation for business transactions

  • Allowing agents to submit or collect documents

  • Permitting third parties to handle customs, trade, or shipments

  • Empowering employees or legal representatives to perform specific acts in the UAE

Before acceptance by UAE authorities or companies, your LOA issued in the U.S. must be notarized, authenticated, and legalized to confirm its authenticity.

Why Legalize a Letter of Authorization for the UAE?

Legalization ensures that your LOA is genuine and issued under proper authority. UAE ministries, banks, and corporate entities require legalized documents for official use. The process ensures:

  • Recognition by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other governmental bodies

  • Compliance with international legal and diplomatic standards

  • Smooth handling of transactions, shipments, or representation in the UAE

Without proper legalization, your LOA may be rejected, delaying business or administrative operations.

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

How to Submit Your Documents

Prepare a package including:

  1. The Letter of Authorization, prepared and notarized in the U.S.

  2. A Service Request Form indicating UAE as the destination country

  3. Check or money order covering all fees, payable to “U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce”

  4. A prepaid return envelope with tracking (FedEx, DHL, UPS, or USPS)

Start Legalizing Your Letter of Authorization Today

Ensure your Letter of Authorization is fully compliant and accepted by UAE authorities.
 The U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce provides secure, fast, and embassy-recognized legalization services, making your documentation ready for use in the UAE without delays.