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What should I do if payment fails?

Please prepare the following information and contact the call center:

  • Service name
  • Selected UAE mission
  • Application number (if available)
  • Screenshot of the error and preceding page
  • Location of the error
  • Email address and mobile number
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What are the required documents and procedures to issue a return document for a UAE national whose passport was damaged while abroad?

Emirati nationals whose passport was damaged during their stay abroad can apply for a return document via UAE PASS on MoFA’s Website or the smartphone application UAE MOFA and submit the following documents:

· A copy of the ordinary passport

· A personal photograph

· A written letter explaining why the passport is damaged or a live photograph of the damaged passport
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How can I avail attestation services?

To avail attestation services offered in UAE missions abroad, please contact the nearest UAE mission.
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How to open an eDAS account in order to use the system?

Step 1: Go to MoFA’s website or type the following link in your browser: https://www.mofa.gov.ae/

Kindly make sure to register under a company account and complete the account activation process. Once the account is successfully registered and activated, make sure to log out from your account. 

Step 2: Type the following link in your browser: https://attest.mofa.gov.ae/mofa

Under Company Login, enter the same username and password you used to register, then click on Login. You will be redirected to the second phase of account registration. Kindly fill in the details and upload the trade license. Upon successful authentication, the system will allow you to log in and you can start uploading documents for attestation. 

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Can you explain why I’m facing difficulties or issues while completing the Smart Mobile App: (UAE MOFA) forms?

Please make sure you: • Fill all mandatory fields • Complete all fields correctly • Stick to a 1 MB attachment size limit
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How to process a transaction with 1 COO and Multiple Invoices in the eDAS System?

Step 1: Scan COO and Commercial Invoice separately in PDF format with high resolution.

Step 2: Login to your account and start a new application 

Step 3: Add accurate details of documents to the eDAS portal

Step 4: Upload documents accordingly and click on Submit

Step 5: Click the replicate option for remaining invoices 

Step 6: Do necessary edits on replicated transactions 

Step 7: Submit transaction 

Please refer to the eDAS user guide for more detailed instructions.

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How to process a transaction with 1 Commercial Invoice with Multiple COO in the eDAS system?

Step 1: Scan COO and Commercial Invoice separately in PDF format with high resolution.

Step 2: Login to your account and start a new application 

Step 3: Add accurate details of documents to the eDAS portal

Step 4: Upload documents accordingly and click on Submit

Step 5: COO must be uploaded individually and cannot be uploaded using replicate option.

Please refer to the eDAS user guide for more detailed instructions.

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How can I get my payment receipt?

  • Log into the MoFA Website: www.mofa.gov.ae or Smart Mobile App: (UAE MOFA) using your username and password.
  • Choose Tasks (My Requests). 
  • You can refer to the table that mentions the Request ID, the Follow-up Number, the e-service name, the creation date and the last action. 
  • Click your request ID number, which starts with (ATS- 202XXXXXX). The page will update automatically.
  • Certificates: you can refer to the table that mentions the country of origin, certificates types and quantity. 
  • In the same schedule, you can find your payment receipt.
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How can I obtain details about UAE missions abroad?

You can visit the Missions' page on MoFA's website www.mofa.gov.ae/en/Missions/UAE-Missions-Abroad for additional details about each of the UAE's missions abroad.
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I am facing issues logging in

  • If you are logging in using UAE PASS: please contact the UAE PASS team https://www.uaepass.ae/
  • If you are logging in as companies/entities, please contact MoFA's call centre +97180044444 for further support 
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What is the difference between Digital Attestation and Courier-Based Attestation?

Digital Attestation is used for eligible digital documents that can be verified electronically and processed entirely online. Courier-Based Attestation is used for documents that do not meet the requirements for Digital Attestation. When applying for the service, the Ministry's website determines the appropriate attestation method based on the information provided by the customer.
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Can I choose between Digital Attestation and Courier-Based Attestation?

No. Please complete the application using accurate information about your document. The Ministry's website will determine whether your document will be processed through the Digital Attestation or Courier-Based Attestation pathway. Please do not select an incorrect issuing authority, document type, or destination country in an attempt to obtain a different attestation method.
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Is Digital Attestation available for all documents?

No. Digital Attestation is limited to supported digital document types issued by approved UAE government entities. The list of supported issuing authorities and document types may be expanded in the future. The application will guide you based on the options currently available.
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What documents can be submitted for Digital Attestation?

The document must: • Be issued in the United Arab Emirates. • Be issued by a currently supported issuing authority. • Be one of the currently supported document types. • Be an original digital document. • Include a verification mechanism, such as a QR code, barcode, electronic link, or reference number. • Be clear, complete, and unaltered. The application will display the issuing authorities and document types currently supported.
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Can I upload a scanned copy or a photograph of my document?

No. Digital Attestation requires the original digital document issued electronically by the relevant issuing authority. A scanned copy, photograph, or manually created copy is not considered an original digital document.
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What is a verification mechanism?

A verification mechanism enables the authenticity of the document to be verified electronically. It may include a QR code, barcode, electronic link, document reference number, or any other electronic verification method provided by the issuing authority.
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How do I apply for Digital Attestation?

The application will guide you through the following steps: 1. Sign in using UAE PASS. 2. Select the Document Attestation service. 3. Enter the document issuance information. 4. Select the issuing authority and document type. 5. Select the destination country. The Ministry's website will determine the appropriate attestation method based on the information provided.
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What information must match the uploaded document?

The information entered in the application must match the uploaded document, including: • The issuing authority. • The document type. • The document holder's details. • Any other document information requested in the application. Providing incorrect or mismatched information may result in the rejection of your application.
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How are the fees calculated?

The applicable fees depend on: • The number of documents. • The attestation completion option applied to the application. • The attestations included in the selected service. • Whether the document is personal or commercial. The total amount payable will be displayed before payment.

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