Death Certificate Attestation in the UAE
Death Certificate Attestation is a vital process in the UAE that verifies the authenticity of a certificate issued by an authorized authority. This attestation confirms that details such as the deceased’s name, nationality, religion, cause of death, and place of death are accurate and officially documented.
Why Is It Required?
Attested death certificates are essential to:
- Claim insurance benefits
- Settle legal obligations
- Transfer or inherit property
- Handle official matters on behalf of the deceased
Where Is It Needed?
You will typically require an attested death certificate when dealing with:
- Government departments
- Banks or insurance providers
- Property succession/legal matters
- Embassy-related processes
Attestation Process (Example: India to UAE)
- Home Department Attestation – From the issuing state in the home country
- Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) – Central attestation in the home country
- UAE Embassy/Consulate Attestation – From the home country
- MOFA Attestation in UAE – Final attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the UAE
Note: The procedure and timeline may vary depending on the country of origin.
Documents Required
- Original Death Certificate
- Clear passport copy of the deceased
Why Choose Trustword?
At Trustword, we know that managing legal processes during emotional times can be challenging. That’s why we offer:
- Fast and secure processing
- Doorstep pickup and delivery across the UAE
- 24/7 expert support
- Personalized service for every country
We’re committed to giving you peace of mind with professional, confidential service every step of the way.