Degree certificate translations are directly accepted by MOHRE, DHA, and MOHESR when MOJ-certified. Improper translation of degree titles or institution names is among the top reasons for work permit rejection and licensing delays at UAE authorities.
| Standard Translation | OnlineTranslation.ae Legal Standards |
|---|---|
| Basic degree title conversion | UAE equivalency-compliant terminology |
| Generic institution name | Verified transliteration + translation format |
| No credential verification | Pre-validation for attestation chain status |
| Variable formatting | MOHRE and DHA submission-ready format |
| Standard stamp | MOJ-certified legal stamp with QR verification |
The Ministry of Human Resources (MOHRE) and licensing bodies maintain strict standards for academic credential verification. Rejections happen when degree titles are incorrectly translated (a "Bachelor of Commerce" rendered as "Trade Degree" creates equivalency problems), when institution names do not match DataFlow verification records, or when name spellings differ from passport data. DHA verifies every document through DataFlow—mismatched translations trigger automatic rejection. MOHESR equivalency assessments fail when academic terminology is imprecise. Our pre-validation review catches these issues before you pay, preserving the attestation chain you've invested in.
Foreign degree certificates entering UAE employment must complete specific authentication. This attestation chain follows a consistent pattern: university registrar certification, Ministry of Education verification in home country, Ministry of Foreign Affairs attestation, UAE Embassy legalization, and finally MOFA UAE attestation.
For Hague Convention member countries—including India (July 2005), UK, USA, Philippines (2019), and Canada (January 2024)—the apostille replaces embassy attestation. However, healthcare professionals face additional DataFlow verification regardless of apostille status. Some employers accept unattested translations initially, but MOHRE work permits and DHA licensing require the complete chain.
Critical requirement: MOJ-certified translation must be performed AFTER attestation completes. MOHRE rejects work permit applications with translations of unattested documents. Our verification confirms attestation status before accepting your document, preserving your investment and preventing delays.
Healthcare professionals—doctors, nurses, pharmacists, technicians—face the most stringent credential verification in the UAE. The Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH), and Ministry of Health (MOH) all require translated medical degrees, specialty certifications, internship completion letters, and experience certificates.
DataFlow verification adds a critical layer—the translation must align with how your credentials appear in verification databases. Medical specialty names require precise Arabic equivalents that licensing boards recognize. Fellowship designations, board certifications, and postgraduate qualifications each have established terminology. Our translators understand healthcare credentialing and use accepted medical terminology throughout.
Translation accuracy is essential for professional careers. If your degree contains specific specializations, research focuses, or distinction levels, we translate exactly what appears. What appears on your certificate appears on the translation—no modifications or interpretations. UAE licensing bodies expect accuracy; medical careers depend on it.
Degree certificate, diploma, transcripts, or professional qualifications. Include all pages and any attestation stamps.
MOJ-licensed translator creates accurate translations with proper academic terminology.
Collect in Dubai or arrange courier to your address. Digital PDF sent immediately upon completion.
Proper translation of academic titles, grades, and institutional names as required by UAE authorities.
Translations formatted for MOHRE work permit applications and employer HR requirements.
Degree, transcripts, and professional certificates can be translated together at package rates.
MOHRE requires certified translations of educational qualifications as part of work permit applications. Employers also need translations for their internal records and HR compliance.
The translation must accurately reflect your degree title, field of study, and conferring institution. See our guide on types of degrees accepted for UAE work permits to understand what qualifications MOHRE accepts.
For Golden Visa skilled employee category, your degree certificate needs MOJ-certified translation and MOHESR equivalency. We prepare your documents with the terminology MOHESR requires.
Clients in DIFC and Business Bay frequently apply through this category.
Professional licensing bodies like DHA (Dubai Health Authority), DCAA (Dubai Civil Aviation Authority), and various engineering councils require certified translations of degrees and professional qualifications.
See our medical translation services for DHA-specific requirements.
UAE universities and educational institutions require translations of foreign academic credentials for admission purposes. This includes degree certificates, transcripts, and completion letters.
Translations must accurately render course names, credit hours, and grading systems.
Most educational documents need attestation before they can be used for official purposes in the UAE. The typical chain includes: issuing university, home country Ministry of Education or Foreign Affairs, UAE Embassy, and UAE MOFA.
We verify attestation status during our pre-validation review and advise accordingly.
Academic transcripts often contain complex formatting with course codes, credit hours, and grading scales. We ensure these are translated accurately and formatted clearly.
If your transcript uses a grading scale unfamiliar to UAE authorities, we can include explanatory notes.
Beyond university degrees, we translate professional certifications, licenses, and continuing education certificates. These are often required for specialized roles in healthcare, engineering, and finance.
Let us know the licensing body or employer you are submitting to so we can advise on requirements.
Doctoral and postgraduate qualifications may include additional documents such as thesis abstracts, defense records, or research publications. We can translate these as part of a complete academic package.
Different UAE authorities have different requirements for doctoral degrees. See our PhD, DBA and doctorate translation guide for authority-specific requirements from DHA, MOHRE, and MOHESR.
Your degree certificate translation is not the same as degree recognition. Translation proves what your document says. Recognition proves your qualification is equivalent to a UAE standard. You may need both, but for most employment purposes, only translation is required. For a detailed comparison, see our MOHESR equivalency guide.
MOHRE (Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation) accepts MOJ-certified translations for work permit applications. They do not require equivalency certificates for most private sector jobs. However, certain regulated professions and government positions require MOHESR equivalency in addition to translation. Have a distance education or online degree? It can still be used if properly attested.
Before translation can be used officially, most UAE entities require your degree to be attested. The chain depends on your country. See our complete attestation guide for details.
Your degree needs an apostille from your home country. For India (member since 2005), this comes from the MEA (Ministry of External Affairs). For USA, it depends on the state. After apostille, UAE Embassy attestation is still required since UAE is not a Hague member.
Full attestation chain required: HEC Pakistan or equivalent authority, MOFA in home country, UAE Embassy, and MOFA UAE. This process takes longer and costs more, but is mandatory for official acceptance.
Note: Bangladesh joined the Hague Convention in March 2025. Documents issued after this date may use the simpler apostille process. See our attestation guide for current requirements.
If you are applying for a Golden Visa under the skilled employee category, your degree requirements are specific. See our Golden Visa document checklist for complete requirements:
The ICP portal will reject applications where degree field does not match job title. We see this issue frequently with generalist degrees like "Business Administration" being applied to specialist roles. Review our Golden Visa attestation guide before starting.
Certain professions in UAE require licensing from regulatory bodies. Each has specific translation requirements:
Doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals need degree translation plus dataflow verification. DHA accepts our translations but requires them as part of the complete licensing package.
Engineers need registration with the Society of Engineers (previously MOIAT). Translation of degree certificate is mandatory. Some engineering specializations require additional course-by-course transcript analysis.
Teachers in government schools need MOE equivalency. Private school teachers under KHDA may have different requirements depending on curriculum (British, American, IB, etc.).
A degree certificate translation includes:
Not every situation requires transcript translation alongside the degree:
If you are unsure, send us both documents. We will advise what you actually need based on your intended use.
Standard degree translation takes 4-6 hours. Express service delivers in 2 hours. If you also need transcripts, add 2-3 hours for multi-page documents. Physical delivery is same-day in Dubai, next-day to other Emirates.
What takes longer: getting attestation if you do not have it already. Embassy processing varies from 3-10 working days depending on nationality. MOHESR equivalency takes 2-4 weeks after submission.
Many clients need degree plus transcripts translated together. Contact us for package rates. We also handle complete visa document packages including PCC, degree, and bank statements.
Every degree certificate translation includes these deliverables:
Sent via WhatsApp and email within your chosen timeframe. Suitable for initial submissions to employers.
Physical copy with the official Ministry of Justice stamp, QR verification code, and translator license details.
Additional stamped copies available. Many clients need copies for both employer and licensing authority.
Free delivery across Dubai. Next-day delivery to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and other Emirates.
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Yes. Our MOJ-certified degree translations are accepted by MOHRE for work permit applications. The translation includes all elements required by UAE employment regulations, including the official stamp and translator license details.
Yes. <a href='/services/golden-visa-translation/'>Golden Visa applications</a> under the skilled employee category require MOJ-certified degree translation plus MOHESR equivalency. Your degree must be in a field related to your current employment. We prepare documents in the format MOHESR and ICP require.
Standard degree certificate translation starts at AED 150 with 24-hour delivery. Express 6-hour service is AED 250. VIP 1-hour service is AED 450. Package rates available when translating degree plus transcripts together.
It depends on the requirement. Some employers and licensing bodies only need the degree certificate, while others require full transcripts. If you are unsure, send us both and we will advise on what is typically needed for your situation.
For most official UAE uses, yes. Educational documents typically need attestation through the issuing university, your home country education or foreign affairs ministry, UAE Embassy, and UAE MOFA. We check this during our free pre-validation review.
Standard service delivers within 24 hours. Express service completes in 6 hours. VIP Concierge provides 1-hour drafts. Multi-document packages (degree plus transcripts) may require additional time, which we confirm upfront.
Yes. We translate academic documents from universities worldwide, in any language. For documents in less common languages, we use specialist translators with relevant academic background to ensure accuracy.
MOHRE requires MOJ-certified translation of your degree certificate showing the qualification title, institution name, and graduation date. Some regulated professions also require <a href='/personal/academic/transcripts/'>transcript translation</a> and professional license translation.
DHA healthcare licensing requires degree translation that aligns with DataFlow verification records. Institution names must match exactly how they appear in verification databases. See our <a href='/specialized/medical/dha-dataflow/'>DHA DataFlow services</a> for healthcare-specific requirements.
Yes. Our Express service delivers MOJ-certified degree translation within 6 hours. VIP Concierge provides draft within 1 hour. Physical delivery is same-day across Dubai. Contact us via WhatsApp for urgent requests.
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