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Document Attestation for Belgians

Attesting degrees, marriage certificates and corporate documents for UAE use

As we tell every client, document Attestation are the part of UAE business life that entrepreneurs least want to do themselves, and the part GoldenKey does every day. Our Document Attestation include home-country attestation guidance, UAE embassy attestation, MOFA attestation in the UAE and translation to Arabic where required, and Attested degrees are needed for skilled visas and professional licences. On the ground, the most common businesses Belgians open through GoldenKey are in diamond trading, logistics, pharmaceuticals and chemicals, although Document Attestation supports almost any activity. the Antwerp-Dubai diamond corridor is one of the world's most important, anchored by DMCC, which gives Belgian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Document Attestation licence is issued.

Why Document Attestation

Document Attestation are available to our own company-formation clients and to businesses that set up elsewhere and now want reliable support. GoldenKey's PRO team visits the immigration, labour and municipality offices daily, so documents for Document Attestation move without waiting for a weekly run. On the ground, belgian applicants benefit from the fact that Document Attestation already has many Belgian shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Belgium documents and name formats instantly.

How Document Attestation works with GoldenKey

  1. Step 1: Request and checklist
    Step 1

    Request and checklist

    Just as important, you tell us what you need and GoldenKey sends a checklist and a written price for the Document Attestation you require.

  2. Step 2: Document collection
    Step 2

    Document collection

    We collect scans or originals, check them against the authority's requirements and flag anything missing. Your portal shows the status of this step for document attestation for Belgians in real time.

  3. Step 3: Submission and follow-up
    Step 3

    Submission and follow-up

    We submit, pay the official fees on your behalf and follow up daily until the Document Attestation are approved.

  4. Step 4: Delivery
    Step 4

    Delivery

    As we tell every client, approved documents, visas or certificates are delivered to you and recorded in your client portal. For document attestation for Belgians this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.

Documents required

The document list for document attestation for Belgians is short, and most clients already have everything on it.

  • A passport issued by Belgium with at least six months' validity
  • The company trade licence and establishment card
  • A bank statement from your Belgium bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
  • Attested educational certificates for skilled roles
  • A police clearance certificate from Belgium if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
  • Health insurance policy

Pricing

Pricing for document attestation for Belgians depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. The figures below for document attestation for Belgians are updated by GoldenKey whenever the licensing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.

Document Attestation
GoldenKey service feeAED 800

UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and embassy attestation per document

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Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-06.

Why the UAE

The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for document attestation for Belgians. In our experience, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies document attestation for Belgians for international company owners.

Why GoldenKey

Just as important, if a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your Document Attestation file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the submission sit. In practice, every Document Attestation package we quote already includes the licence, registration, the establishment card where applicable and our full assistance, with no hidden add-ons at the end. Crucially, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for document attestation for Belgians happen the same day they are ready.

Importantly, book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for document attestation for Belgians in a single conversation.

Frequently asked questions

How long do Document Attestation take?

UAE-side MOFA attestation takes 1 to 3 working days (Monday to Friday); home-country and embassy steps vary by country and can take two to four weeks.

Do you offer monthly PRO retainers?

Yes — A monthly retainer covers routine renewals, visa processing and government correspondence for a fixed fee, which is often less than an in-house PRO salary.

Are government fees included in your price for Document Attestation?

Just as important, our quotation separates government fees from GoldenKey's service fee so you can see exactly what goes to the registrar.

Can a Belgian citizen own 100% of a company in Document Attestation?

Yes — Belgians can own the full share capital of a Document Attestation company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.

Do Belgians need a UAE visa before applying for Document Attestation?

No, it does not. You can apply for the licence from Belgium with scanned supporting documents, and the investor residency visa is processed afterwards.

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