Documents Attestation
This service enables customers to obtain the attestation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the UAE Mission in the destination country. Attestation certifies the authenticity of the signatures and seals on documents issued within or outside the United Arab Emirates.
The appropriate attestation route, Digital Attestation or attestation through an approved courier service provider, is determined automatically based on the issuing authority and document type.
Attestation of commercial invoices via the Electronic Documents Attestation System (eDAS 2.0)
Commercial Invoices and Certificates of Origin attestation service is an automated online service to provide digital attestation for commercial invoices and certificates of origin (COO) issued in the UAE or abroad.
Exemption From Documentation and Registration Fees for Rental Contracts
Request for Search and Investigation
This service allows foreign missions in the UAE to submit search and investigation requests for their nationals residing within the United Arab Emirates through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
Procedures: Customer’s Journey:
1. Login to MOFA portal and start the service, then select the required sub-service type to initiate the request.
2. Fill/ Edit the required information and upload mandatory documents, then submit.
3. On completing and submitting the application, you will receive a confirmation notification.
Parking Fines Exemption
The mission submits the request electronically through the Services for Foreign Missions on the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. After completing the procedures, a notification will be sent to the mission with the reference number to visit the diplomatic bodies licensing office at the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to complete the remaining procedures.
Visit the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, click on Services for Foreign Missions, choose the "vehicle procedures" service, then select the required service. Fill out all fields, attach all required documents, and send the application. MoFA will send a notification stating that the service is in progress. Upon completion, MoFA will send a notification with the reference number in order to visit the diplomatic bodies licensing office at the Ministry's Headquarters to complete the remaining procedures, or to report to the Integrated Transport Center to complete MAWAQiF procedures.
Aviation and Marine Services
For private aviation permits related to visits to UAE, please go to visits subservices, and for temporary landing or refueling please go to Non-Diplomatic Visits service. Otherwise, you can continue in this service.
1- Enter the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
2- Complete login by using the username/password of the entity or mission.
3- Go to foreign mission services then choose "Aviation & Marine Services" option.
4- Click the Aviation & Marine Services icon.
5- Fill out the mandatory fields including airplane or ships information and materials on board.
6- Attach the required and any optional documents.
7- Receive the reference number via email and SMS and access the system to follow up on developments.
Request to Visit a Prisoner (Sentenced )
'This service allows foreign missions to submit a request to visit Sentenced inmates (consular visit) to inmates in penal and correctional institutions in the country to provide consular services by applying through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
Procedures: Customer’s Journey:
1. Login to MOFA portal and start the service, then select the required sub-service type to initiate the request.
2. Fill/ Edit the required information and upload mandatory documents, then submit.
3. On completing and submitting the application, you will receive a confirmation notification.
International Judicial Cooperation Service
Sending all judicial requests received from foreign missions accredited to the country to the Ministry of Justice, and receiving all outgoing and state-related requests received from the Ministry of Justice, in order to send them to the country’s embassies abroad or diplomatic missions accredited to the country.
1. Log in to the Ministry's website or smart application.
2. From the Foreign Missions Services menu, select the International Judicial Assistance Service and click "Start Service" to submit the application.
3. Fill in all application fields and upload the required documents.
4. You will receive an SMS and an email with a reference number and details of your transaction.
5. If original documents are required, they must be submitted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs building.
Issuing a Return Document for Golden Visa Holders
This service allows holders of the UAE Golden Visa to obtain an electronic return document while they are outside the country in case their passport is lost or damaged.
It also allows them to apply for their family members (children under 18 years old), provided that the Golden Visa remains valid.
The visa holder must obtain a new passport immediately upon returning to the UAE.
Return document
Issue Returning Document for New Born
Issue an electronic return document for children of UAE citizens born while abroad through the UAE missions abroad to facilitate their return to the Country.
Driving License Renewal
Register vehicle
The issuance of a vehicle registration service is provided for missions accredited to the UAE. Please proceed directly to the Traffic and Licensing Department located at the office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abu Dhabi to complete the procedures for vehicle registration renewal without the need for prior application.
Passing Diplomatic Luggage
This service is provided for missions accredited to the UAE, allowing them to request facilitation of receiving, passing, or delivering diplomatic bags or parcels, along with cases of sending or receiving mission-specific items such as electronic devices and others, to ensure their passage as per the laws and procedures followed by UAE’s port security. The requests are referred electronically to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs office’s visits section at Abu Dhabi Airport to speed up the procedure.
Annual Aviation Permits
The Department of Aviation and Navigation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs issues diplomatic permits for military aircraft and ships, presidential aircraft, and government delegations from friendly and allied countries. It also handles requests for permits for private and military aircraft and ships of the state, aimed at enhancing the role of the Operations Department in achieving the ministry's objectives.
Aviation Permit Cancellation
The Department of Aviation and Navigation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs issues diplomatic permits for military aircraft and ships, presidential aircraft, and government delegations from friendly and allied countries. It also handles requests for permits for private and military aircraft and ships of the state, aimed at enhancing the role of the Operations Department in achieving the ministry's objectives.
Phone Calls and Virtual Meetings Service
A service specialized in requests for phone calls and virtual meetings from other countries for state representatives from federal and local authorities.
1- Enter the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
2- Submit the application by using the username/password of the entity or mission
3- Go to foreign mission services under "Visits & Meetings Services" Icon.
4- Choose the phone call and virtual meetings service from the dropdown.
5- Fill out the mandatory fields and concerned entity, the person to be interviewed, and the guest’s information
6- Attach the entity's memorandum and the guest’s CV
7- Receive the reference number via email and SMS and access the system to follow up on developments
Phone Calls and Virtual Meetings Service
A service specialized in requests for phone calls and virtual meetings from other countries for state representatives from federal and local authorities.
1- Enter the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
2- Submit the application by using the username/password of the entity or mission
3- Go to foreign mission services under "Visits & Meetings Services" Icon.
4- Choose the phone call and virtual meetings service from the dropdown.
5- Fill out the mandatory fields and concerned entity, the person to be interviewed, and the guest’s information
6- Attach the entity's memorandum and the guest’s CV
7- Receive the reference number via email and SMS and access the system to follow up on developments
To Whom It May Concern
This service enables UAE citizens to obtain a digitally issued and attested "To Whom It May Concern" certificate through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ website or smartphone application, without the need to visit a UAE mission or follow traditional in-person procedures. The certificate can be used when applying for study abroad or seeking medical treatment overseas.
Renew ID Card
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