As a rule, whether you need a single visa or an ongoing PRO arrangement, GoldenKey's Document Attestation are priced per task and confirmed in writing. Importantly, 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. The most common businesses Canadians open through GoldenKey are in education, engineering, healthcare and technology, although Document Attestation supports almost any activity. Canadian universities, engineering firms and agri-food exporters are well established in the UAE, which gives Canadian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Document Attestation licence is issued.
Why Document Attestation
Attested degrees are needed for skilled visas and professional licences. From day one, we track every expiry date on your file and remind you before visas, licences and Emirates IDs fall due. Canadian applicants benefit from the fact that Document Attestation already has many Canadian shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Canada papers and name formats instantly.
How Document Attestation works with GoldenKey
Step 1Request and checklist
We send a short checklist and a fixed written fee for the Document Attestation as soon as you describe the task.
Step 2Document collection
Day to day, we collect scans or originals, check them against the licensing authority's requirements and flag anything missing. We keep a written record of this step so your file for document attestation for Canadians is audit-ready.
Step 3Submission and follow-up
GoldenKey submits the application, pays government fees on your behalf and follows up until approval.
Step 4Delivery
The finished paperwork are delivered to you and stored in your portal for future reference. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to document attestation for Canadians.
Documents required
Just as important, gather these paperwork and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of document attestation for Canadians.
- The company trade licence and establishment card
- A bank statement from your Canada bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Existing visa or entry permit copy
- Health insurance policy
- A passport released by Canada with at least six months' validity
- A police clearance certificate from Canada if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
Pricing
To be clear, all prices for document attestation for Canadians are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Pricing for document attestation for Canadians depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
| GoldenKey service fee | AED 800 |
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UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and embassy attestation per document
Request this servicePrices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-05.
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 Canadians. Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of document attestation for Canadians predictable.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled document attestation for Canadians for traders, consultants, tech entrepreneurs and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves without delay. Our quotations for document attestation for Canadians list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before any payment anything. In practice, 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 application sit.
Prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss document attestation for Canadians.
Frequently asked questions
Are government fees included in your price for Document Attestation?
Day to day, our quotation separates government fees from GoldenKey's service fee so you can see exactly what goes to the authority.
Can GoldenKey handle Document Attestation for a company it did not set up?
Yes. We support businesses licensed anywhere in the UAE, provided we can be appointed as the authorised PRO or receive the documents required.
How long do Document Attestation take?
UAE-side MOFA attestation takes 1 to 3 working days; home-country and embassy steps vary by country and can take two to four weeks.
Can a Canadian citizen own 100% of a company in Document Attestation?
Yes. Canadians can own the full share capital of a Document Attestation company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Canadians need a UAE visa before applying for Document Attestation?
No — You can apply for the licence from Canada with scanned documents, and the investor residency visa is processed afterwards.


