Attestation
Certified True Copy Cost in Dubai
Costs for a certified true copy in Dubai depend on the document and who certifies it. Here is a clear breakdown and how to keep it simple.
What drives the cost
- The number of documents and pages certified
- Whether a lawyer or a chartered accountant is required by the receiving authority
- Turnaround, standard is usually same day to one working day
- Any government or notary charge, which is passed through at cost
How we price it
DocuGulf charges a flat service fee and shows any government or professional charge separately, never marked up. We confirm the exact figure before starting. See live pricing on the certified true copy service and the pricing page.
Key takeaways
Key takeaways: A certified true copy in Dubai is a flat service fee plus any charge at cost, confirmed before work begins, usually delivered same day to one working day.
Keeping your originals is the whole point of a certified true copy: you hand over a verified copy while the document itself stays with you, which matters when several banks or authorities want it at the same time.
Frequently asked questions
What is a certified true copy?
A photocopy stamped and signed by an authorised professional, a partner lawyer or chartered accountant, confirming it matches the original.
Is a certified true copy the same as attestation?
No. A certified copy confirms a copy matches the original; attestation is a chain of government stamps that legalises a foreign document for UAE use.
Who can certify a copy in the UAE?
A partner lawyer or a chartered accountant, depending on what the receiving authority accepts.
How long does it take?
Usually same day to one working day.
What does it cost?
A flat service fee, with any professional or government charge shown separately at cost.
Which documents are commonly certified?
Passports, Emirates IDs, degrees, contracts and company documents, for banks, licensing and admissions.
A note on scope: DocuGulf is a documentation facilitation service. All regulated work is performed by licensed notaries, translators, chartered accountants and approved typing centres, and we do not provide legal advice. Reach us at info@docugulf.com or +971 58 569 3628.