Legal Translation in Abu Dhabi — MOJ-Certified & Fast

Q: 1. How do I start MOJ certification?

First, identify which documents need certification. Then, have them translated by a licensed legal translator, gather supporting documents, and submit them online or in person for MOJ stamping.

Q: 2. Why do court judgments need MOJ attestation?

MOJ attestation confirms authenticity and legal compliance, which courts require before accepting foreign judgments or documents.

Q: 3. How long does MOJ attestation take for POAs and affidavits?

Typically 1–3 hours, but it can take longer if prior attestations (e.g., embassy, MOFAIC) are missing.

Q: 4. When is MOJ certification required?

You usually need MOJ certification for court cases, government applications, legal transactions, immigration, and business or personal documentation.

Q: 5. When and why is MOJ Certification needed?

MOJ Certification is typically required after completing attestations from other authorities, such as notarization or MOFA. It is essential for: Court cases Government applications Legal transactions Immigration processes Business and personal documentation

Legal Translation in Abu Dhabi — MOJ-Certified Translators

The UAE is one of the safest and most advanced countries for living and work. To live and work here legally, you must follow local rules. Therefore, certified legal translation in Abu Dhabi is required for many official processes. Only MOJ-approved translators can provide translations that courts and government bodies will accept.

Certified legal translation covers documents such as contracts, court papers, personal and academic certificates, powers of attorney, and immigration forms. After translation, the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) stamps documents to confirm their legal validity. These certified translations let you use your papers for university admission, visa applications, business setup, or court cases.

Documents That Often Need MOJ Attestation

MOJ attestation in Abu Dhabi proves a document’s authenticity for UAE authorities and abroad. Frequently attested items include:

Power of attorney and legal authorizations
Affidavits and declarations
Commercial documents, contracts, and agreements
Educational certificates and transcripts
Marriage certificates and personal records
Medical notes and name-change affidavits

In short, when a document must be accepted for legal, commercial, or educational use, MOJ attestation is often needed.

MOJ-Approved Legal Translation in Abu Dhabi

A Ministry of Justice (MOJ) certified translation in Abu Dhabi covers documents that you submit to government authorities, courts, and institutions. MOJ-approved translators are licensed by the Ministry of Justice. As a result, your translated documents gain legal recognition for official purposes.

Legal Contracts and Agreements: Employment contracts, business contracts, sales agreements
Court Documents: Power of attorney, affidavits, court judgments, notarized documents, orders
Personal Documents: Birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce certificates, death certificates
Academic Documents: Transcripts, diplomas, degree certificates, job applications, visa applications
Immigration Documents: Police clearance certificates, residency application forms, government forms

How to Submit Documents for MOJ Certification

You can bring documents to any Index Legal Translation branch or use our online service. Here’s the quick process:

Visit one of our branches in Abu Dhabi or Dubai.
Bring original documents, translated copies, passport copy, and proof of any prior attestations (MOFAIC if required).
If you lack MOFAIC attestation, we provide full attestation services.
Submit your documents and pay the fee.
Collect the certified documents or request courier delivery.

Alternatively, use our secure online portal to request a quote, upload documents, and pay for services quickly.

Our Services: Arabic ↔ English (and 120+ Languages)

Since Arabic is the UAE’s official language, many legal documents must appear in Arabic. Therefore, you need certified translators who can translate from English (or any language) into Arabic while keeping legal meaning intact.

At Index Legal Translation, we translate in more than 120 languages. We cover legal, court, academic, business, and official documents that governments and institutions accept worldwide. Our translators are MOJ-approved and have strong experience in multilingual legal translation.

How MOJ Certification Works — Step by Step

Translation of Documents: Have your documents translated by an MOJ-approved legal translator.
Verification: The translator attaches their official seal and signature.
MOJ Submission: Submit the original document along with the translated copy to the Ministry of Justice.
Certification: The Ministry of Justice places its official stamp to confirm the document’s validity.

Why MOJ Certification Matters in Abu Dhabi

First, MOJ certification lets courts and government offices accept your documents. Second, embassies and international authorities often require MOJ-stamped translations. Finally, MOJ certification may be mandatory before you get MOFA attestation. In all these cases, MOJ certification confirms your documents are legally valid for both private and public sector use.