WhatsApp quoteOur 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. Whether you need a single visa or an ongoing PRO arrangement, GoldenKey's Document Attestation are priced per task and confirmed in writing. In practice, italians are a growing community of designers, restaurateurs, engineers and traders, so the Document Attestation authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Italian applications every day and process them without hesitation. The most common businesses Italians open through GoldenKey are in food and beverage, fashion, furniture and interiors and engineering, although Document Attestation supports almost any activity.
Why Document Attestation
Put simply, attested degrees are needed for skilled visas and professional licences. Document Attestation are available to our own company-formation customers and to businesses that set up elsewhere and now want reliable support. Many Italian entrepreneurs run Document Attestation companies alongside an existing business in Italy, using the UAE entity for international invoicing and regional sales.
How Document Attestation works with GoldenKey
Step 1Request and checklist
From day one, we send a short checklist and a fixed written fee for the Document Attestation as soon as you describe the task. We keep a written record of this step so your file for document attestation for Italians is audit-ready.
Step 2Document collection
We collect scans or originals, check them against the authority's requirements and flag anything missing.
Step 3Submission and follow-up
We submit, pay the official fees on your behalf and follow up daily until the Document Attestation are approved. Nothing is submitted for document attestation for Italians until you have reviewed and approved it.
Step 4Delivery
Approved visas, documents or certificates are handed over and logged in your client portal.
Documents required
For document attestation for Italians the registrar asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Attested educational certificates for skilled roles
- Educational certificates attested by the Italy authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A police clearance certificate from Italy if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Passport copy and photograph of the applicant
- Health insurance policy
- The company trade licence and establishment card
Pricing
On the ground, all prices for document attestation for Italians are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. The figures below for document attestation for Italians are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
| 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 dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for document attestation for Italians and makes international pricing simple. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes document attestation for Italians a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey builds its own CRM and client portal, so you can see the status of your Document Attestation request, download your documents and pay invoices from your phone. Crucially, you deal with one named consultant from the first call until your Document Attestation licence, visa and bank introduction are complete, and that consultant answers your WhatsApp messages personally. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for document attestation for Italians happen the same day they are ready.
Book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for document attestation for Italians in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
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 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.
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.
Can a Italian citizen own 100% of a company in Document Attestation?
Yes. Italians can own the full share capital of a Document Attestation company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Italy and the UAE?
Yes. The UAE and Italy have a double taxation agreement, and a UAE tax residency certificate lets you claim treaty relief on qualifying income. GoldenKey can obtain the certificate once your company is established.
