What does MOJ attestation mean and when does it come into play? 

MOJ attestation is the process of verifying documents through the Ministry of Justice so that such documents can be utilized for official purposes in the UAE. It is chiefly associated with the attestation of Power of Attorney documents, affidavits, deeds, and foreign documents needing to be recognized under the UAE legal system.

What is the difference between MOJ attestation and MOFA attestation?

MOJ attestation deals with legal documents that are involved in court, contractual, and representative matters such as Power of Attorney documents. MOFA attestation, on the other hand, is another form of legalization that is required for personal and educational documents, with or without obtaining other necessary government approvals. 

Is it necessary for a Power of Attorney to be attested by the Ministry of Justice in the UAE? 

Yes, in most cases. A Power of Attorney used for legal matters, business, or property must comply with a specific legal format and be counter-signed through an appropriate court or notary before acquiring legal status.

Do affidavits need to be translated into Arabic for submission to the MOJ?

In most cases, yes. Legal documents submitted for MOJ-related work generally need to be in Arabic or attached with a certified Arabic translation as a rule due to the fact that Arabic is the official language of the courts and the legal system (including court procedures) in the UAE. 

Is it possible for a foreign legal document to be valid in the UAE without attestation?

No. A document issued outside the UAE has to go through a legalization/attestation process for validity purposes. 

What can result in the rejection of MOJ attestation requests?

Typical causes of rejection involve:  

• Improper legal formatting  

• Absence of stamps or signatures 

• Discrepancies between different documents 

• Arabic text not translated correctly 

• An incomplete set of documents such as authorizations of companies or copies of passports  

Careful inspection before the submission helps prevent such delays.

Is MOJ attestation required for an authorization or board resolution of a company? 

Yes, when a company gives the power to its representative, such as via a board resolution or Power of Attorney, the document needs proper legal processing and attestation prior to being used in banking, licensing, and legal activities in the UAE. 

What is the typical processing time of documents related to MOJ attestation?

In case there are discrepancies like missing stamps, formatting problems, or unverifiable institution information, the Ministry of Education might refuse the application or ask for additional paperwork (direct confirmation from the issuing university). Hence, it is better to make sure that all the documents are in order before submitting them.

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Is attestation of online diplomas necessary? 

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Yes, online degrees undergo the same MOE attestation process as traditional degrees because the institution that issued the degree has to be validated and certified. It is worthwhile to note that the college would often require additional proof of accreditation for such certificates. 

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What is the typical processing time of documents related to MOJ attestation? 

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Processing time differs, depending on what type of document is involved, whether it needs to be translated, and how complete the package is. Usually, personal documents make it through faster than more complicated corporate or court papers, so it is advisable to pre-check the documents and avoid delays. 

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Who's in need of MOJ attestation services in Sharjah? 

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These services are usually sought by individuals wanting to give or receive a Power of Attorney, family members seeking to grant legal declarations, lawyers taking care of their clients' paperwork,  business heads giving the Power of Attorney to their representatives or partners, learners and their families wanting to study abroad, and human resource or corporate teams dealing with the paperwork for their employees in a country.

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What does degree attestation mean, and why do the people of Sharjah require the same? 

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Degree attestation is the procedure of confirming that the degree has been issued by an authorized educational establishment, so it can be utilized for job purposes, getting visas, or for further education in the UAE. Due to the national laws of Sharjah, people cannot submit their non-attested degrees for use as proof of their qualifications.