Articles of Association Attestation in Dubai — Corporate Documents

As a commercial document, MOFA charges AED 2,000-2,300. This is significantly more than personal documents. Additional fees apply for embassy attestation if the document is going abroad.

MOFA-only attestation takes 3-7 working days. If the AOA is from a foreign company and needs the full attestation chain, it can take 10-15 working days. AttestExpress provides expedited processing for urgent business needs.

MOFA requires the original document or a notarized copy for attestation. A simple photocopy will not be accepted. If your original AOA cannot be submitted, a certified true copy from a Notary Public may be an acceptable alternative — check with AttestExpress first.

Yes, foreign Articles of Association can be attested through the full chain: home country authentication, UAE embassy attestation, and MOFA attestation. This is commonly required when establishing a branch office, subsidiary, or joint venture in the UAE.

Many UAE banks require attested AOA as part of the corporate account opening process, especially for companies with foreign shareholders. The attestation proves the company's governance structure and authorized signatories. Check with your bank for specific requirements.

Yes, amended Articles of Association can be attested. The amendments must be properly documented and approved by the company's governing body. The amended document should bear all necessary signatures and stamps before submission for attestation.

The attestation process is the same for both Articles of Association (AOA) and Memorandum of Association (MOA). Both are classified as commercial documents and carry the same MOFA fee of AED 2,000-2,300. They can be submitted and processed simultaneously.

Free zone companies may need their AOA attested for international business, bank account openings, or legal proceedings. The free zone authority may need to certify the document before MOFA submission. AttestExpress handles the coordination with all major Dubai free zones.

Yes, AttestExpress provides doorstep pickup from business locations across Dubai. We collect the AOA and all supporting documents from your office, handle the attestation process, and deliver back to your office once complete.