Documents Required for MOFA Attestation in Qatar

The documents required for MOFA attestation depend on the document type and country of issue. Usually, you need the original document, previous attestation stamps, and copies of your passport or Qatar ID. If your document still needs to complete the legalization process before MOFA submission, our Certificate Attestation Services in Qatar can help with educational, personal, and commercial documents.

Educational Documents

Degree Certificate

You may need:

• Original degree certificate.
• Academic transcript or mark sheet.
• Attestation from the relevant authority in the issuing country.
• Qatar Embassy attestation, where required.
• Passport copy.
• Qatar ID copy, if applicable.
• Certified translation if the document is not in Arabic or English.

A transcript is commonly required with an overseas bachelor’s degree.

Diploma Certificate

Prepare the following:

• Original diploma certificate.
• Transcript, if available.
• Education authority attestation.
• Foreign Ministry attestation.
• Qatar Embassy attestation, where applicable.
• Passport and Qatar ID copies.
• Certified translation, if required.

School Certificate

For school certificates, you may need:

• Original certificate.
• Mark sheet or academic record.
• Attestation from the education board or ministry.
• Foreign Ministry and Qatar Embassy attestation.
• Passport copy.
• Certified translation, if required.

School certificates issued in Qatar usually need approval from the Ministry of Education and Higher Education before MOFA attestation

Experience Certificate

An experience certificate may require:

• Original certificate.
• Company seal and authorised signature.
• Company or commercial registration details.
• Previous government or embassy attestation, if required.
• Passport or Qatar ID copy.
• Certified translation, where applicable.

Check with your employer or the receiving authority because requirements may differ.

Personal Documents

Marriage Certificate

Carry:

• Original marriage certificate.
• Passport copies of both spouses.
• Qatar ID copies, if available.
• Previous attestation stamps.
• Qatar Embassy attestation, where required.
• Certified translation if the certificate is not in Arabic or English.

Make sure the names and dates match the passports.

Birth Certificate

You may need:

• Original birth certificate.
• Passport copy.
• Parents’ passport copies, if requested.
• Qatar ID copy.
• Previous authentication and embassy attestation.
• Certified translation, if required.

Police Clearance Certificate

Prepare:

• Original police clearance certificate.
• Passport copy.
• Qatar ID copy, if applicable.
• Required authentication stamps.
• Certified translation, if needed.

Qatar MOFA also provides an electronic attestation service for police clearance certificates issued by Qatar’s Ministry of Interior

Commercial Documents

Power of Attorney

You may need:

• Original power of attorney.
• Notary or government authentication.
• Foreign Ministry and Qatar Embassy attestation.
• Passport copies of the concerned parties.
• Company documents, if issued by a business.
• Certified translation, where required.

Commercial Agreement

Prepare:

• Original signed agreement.
• Company seal, if applicable.
• Commercial registration documents.
• Authorised signatory proof.
• Board resolution, if required.
• Previous attestation stamps.
• Certified translation, if needed.

Company Documents

These may include:

• Commercial registration certificate.
• Certificate of incorporation.
• Articles of association.
• Memorandum of association.
• Company licence.
• Certificate of good standing.
• Ownership or shareholder documents.

The exact documents depend on the purpose of attestation.

Board Resolution

A board resolution may require:

• Original signed resolution.
• Company seal.
• Meeting and resolution details.
• Authorised signatory information.
• Commercial registration documents.
• Notary or chamber of commerce attestation.
• Certified translation, if required.

Is the Original Document Required?

In most cases, yes. Qatar MOFA normally requires the original document with the correct seals and signatures. A photocopy may be accepted only when it has been certified by the authorised authority.

Carry the original along with at least one clear photocopy.

Is Embassy Attestation Required?

For documents issued outside Qatar, the usual process is:

1. Attestation by the issuing authority.
2. Attestation by the Foreign Ministry of that country.
3. Attestation by the Qatar Embassy or Qatari mission.
4. Final attestation by Qatar MOFA.

The process can differ for documents issued in Qatar or documents covered by a special online service. Qatar MOFA requires the document to have the required chain of seals and signatures.

Is Arabic Translation Required?

A document should be in Arabic or English. If it is written in another language, you generally need a certified translation.

The translation should include all important information, including:

• Names.
• Dates.
• Stamps.
• Signatures.
• Notes and additional pages.

An informal translation may not be accepted by the relevant authority.

Supporting Documents to Carry

Keep these documents ready:

• Passport copy.
• Qatar ID copy.
• Sponsor’s Qatar ID copy, if relevant.
• Authorisation letter, if someone else submits the document.
• MOFA application number.
• Payment receipt.
• Copies of previous attestation stamps.
• Certified translation.
• Company documents, for commercial certificates.

Uploaded files may need to be submitted in PDF or image format. Qatar MOFA’s FAQ states that each file should not exceed 10 MB.

Common Reasons for Rejection

Your application may be delayed or rejected because of:

• Missing seals or signatures.
• Incomplete embassy attestation.
• Name or date mismatch.
• Damaged or unclear document.
• Missing pages.
• Incorrect translation.
• Wrong attestation sequence.
• Unauthorised company signature.
• Unrecognised educational institution.

Check every detail before submitting the application.

MOFA Attestation Checklist

• Original document.
• Transcript or mark sheet, if required.
• Issuing authority attestation.
• Foreign Ministry attestation.
• Qatar Embassy attestation, where applicable.
• Certified translation.
• Passport copy.
• Qatar ID copy.
• Authorisation letter, if required.
• Company documents for commercial papers.
• MOFA application details.
• Payment receipt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I attest multiple documents?

Yes. You normally need to submit a separate request for each document.

Can someone else submit the document?

Yes, in many cases, but the representative may need an authorization letter and identification documents.

How long does attestation take?

Processing time depends on the document type and whether the required stamps and information are complete. Qatar MOFA indicates an estimated processing period of three to four working days for its service.

What should I do if MOFA requests more documents?

Check your application dashboard or email. Submit the requested documents through the method mentioned by MOFA.

Where can I confirm the latest requirements?

Check the official Qatar MOFA website before applying, as requirements can vary by document type and country of issue. You can also contact the Government Contact Center at 109 or the MOFA Attestation Department at

For the latest official requirements and updates, check the Qatar Ministry of Foreign Affairs Attestation Services.