Dubai (UAE) Embassy Attestation for Degree Certificate – For Nurses
🎯 Purpose:
To legally validate your nursing degree certificate so that it is accepted by UAE authorities such as MOH, DHA, HAAD, and employers in Dubai and other Emirates.
📋 Step-by-Step Attestation Process
HRD Attestation (State Level) Optional
Done by the respective State Education Department (where the college/university is located).
MEA Attestation (Central Govt)
Proceed by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in New Delhi.
UAE Embassy Attestation
Final step at the UAE Embassy in India (Delhi or consulate offices).
📄 Documents Required
Original Degree Certificate
Passport copy (front & back)
Mark sheets (in some cases)
Authorization letter (if processed through agency)
Passport-size photo (some embassies require)
⏳ Time Required
Normal Processing: 10–15 working days
Express Processing: 5–7 working days (extra charge may apply)
💰 Typical Cost (as of 2025)
₹6,500 – ₹10,000 (depending on urgency,state, and service charges)
Combo discounts available if you include Nursing Council Registration, Experience Certificate, or Transcript attestation too.
⚠️ Important Notes
Attestation must be in sequence: HRD → MEA → UAE Embassy
UAE employers often ask for both Degree + Nursing License attestation
No spelling mismatch should exist between passport and certificates
Documents must be clean, undamaged, and original
✅ Pro Tip for Nurses:
Bundle attestation with Dataflow & Prometric to save time and get early job processing.