Death Certificate Attestation

What is Death Certificate Attestation?

Death certificate attestation is the process of verifying the legitimacy of a death certificate issued by a foreign government. This verification involves getting the document stamped and signed by various authorized bodies, including:

• Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the issuing country
• UAE Embassy or Consulate in the issuing country
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC) in the UAE

Why is Death Certificate Attestation Required in the UAE?

An attested death certificate is required for various purposes in the UAE, such as:

• Settlement of estate: If the deceased owned property or assets in the UAE, the death certificate needs to be attested for legal inheritance procedures.
• Cancellation of residency visa: The death certificate is required to cancel the deceased's residency visa and close their bank accounts.
• Pension and insurance claims: To claim any pensions or insurance benefits, an attested death certificate might be necessary.
• Repatriation of remains: To transport the deceased's remains back to their home country, an attested death certificate is often required.

Documents Required for Death Certificate Attestation in the UAE

The specific documents required for death certificate attestation may vary depending on the circumstances of the death and the issuing country. However, some general requirements include:

• Original death certificate issued by the competent authority in the country of death.
• Passport of the deceased (if available).
• Emirates ID of the deceased (if applicable).
• Passport of the applicant (if different from the deceased).
• Application form (usually provided by the attestation service).

Additional documents may be required depending on the case, such as:

• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the deceased's home country (if the death occurred outside the UAE).
• Burial certificate issued by the Islamic authorities in the UAE (for Muslim individuals).
• Translated copies of documents into Arabic (if not already issued in Arabic).

 Procedure for Death Certificate Attestation

Attesting a death certificate is a crucial step for legal recognition in many countries, including the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This guide outlines the general procedure for death certificate attestation in the UAE:

1. Gather Required Documents:

• Original death certificate issued by the competent authority in the country of death.
• Passport of the deceased (if available).
• Emirates ID of the deceased (if applicable).
• Passport of the applicant (if different from the deceased).
• Application form (usually provided by the attestation service).

2. Additional Documents:

• For deaths outside UAE:
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the deceased's home country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
• Official Arabic translation of the death certificate (if not already in Arabic).
• For Muslim individuals:
• Burial certificate issued by the Islamic authorities in the UAE.
• For specific uses:
• Additional documents may be required depending on the intended use of the attested death certificate.

3. Choose us for your death certificate attestation:

• Consider best attestation for accurate and efficient processing.
• Several accredited services operate in the UAE, offering guidance and assistance.

4. Submit Documents:

• Submit all required documents to the Best attestation service.
• Ensure documents are original, valid, and have clear copies.

5. Payment:

• Pay the required attestation fees to the service provider.
• Fees can vary depending on the Countries and Documents.

6. Verification and Authentication:

• The attestation service will verify the documents and authenticate them with relevant authorities.
• This process may involve:
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the issuing country.
• UAE Embassy or Consulate in the issuing country.
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC) in the UAE.

7. Collection of Attested Documents:

• Once the verification and authentication are complete, you can collect your attested death certificate using our free delivery services or you can collect it from our office.
• The service provider will inform you of the collection process.

8. Timeline:

• Attestation processing can take several weeks, depending on the complexity of the case.
• Plan accordingly and initiate the process as soon as possible.

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