Attestation is a legal procedure where the credibility of your document is proven so that it can be used seamlessly for a variety of purposes abroad. A document has to go through a chain of processes where it is checked, verified, Stamped, signed, and finally declared attested.
An Attested document has ample value depending upon the purpose it is attested for. From studying abroad to having a permanent residency abroad, every document requires attestation. The valid channels prove the authenticity of the document so that the individual does not fail to enjoy the rights and facilities allotted by the foreign nation.
What is MOFA Attestation and why is it done?
MOFA is shortened note of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Ministry of Foreign affairs is responsible for all kinds of Foreign Activities and Foreign relations. MOFA attestation means the stamp of Foreign Affairs. It declares the validity of the document for its usage in a foreign land. MOFA attestation is mainly done for UAE and other Gulf Countries.
MOFA attestation is done for multiple reasons:
· Medical Facility Abroad
· For higher Education abroad
· For Permanent or rental residency
· Obtaining a Visa (Especially for Gulf Countries)
· Business transformations or trade process
What are the documents mandatory for MOFA Attestation:
· A copy of the Passport
· A copy of the Visa
· Photographs
· And, original Certificate from a validated Source
What is the Right procedure for MOFA Attestation?
1. Notarized Attestation, Done by the regional Advocate in your locality
2. Attestation from Human Resource and Development Ministry (HRD). Or from the SDM of your Division. Attestation from SDM is also recognized as State Level Attestation.
3. Attestation from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on desired documents.
4. Attestation from the Embassy of the concerned country
5. MOFA Attestation, done by a selected secretariat that looks after foreign affairs.
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