True Copy Attestation Services in UAE
True Copy Attestation is defined as the confirmation of the genuineness of any produced document through its comparison with the original document which it seeks to replace. This is usually needed when one needs photocopies of various documents in legal, educational or official cases all in which people use photocopies instead of the original copies.
True copies include the use in visa, education and job application among others. True Copy Attestation is a method of verifying a photocopy of a document which has been made by an authorized person or body. This certified copy bears an official stamp, or the signature of a certain officer in order to ensure its genuineness.
True Copy Attestation may be required in the following situations:
Visa Applications: Other typical documents that one may be asked to furnish by immigration authorities include attested copies of passports, educational certificates or work experience.
Educational Institutions: Admission or transfer process in schools or universities for proper and certified academic records.
Employment: Employers may request for attested true copy of educational qualification, experience letter and professional certification.
Legal Proceedings: True copies are required by courts and government agencies for legal proceedings.
Banking & Financial Transactions: In some cases the counter party may be requested to provide true copy attestation especially where loans are being sought or other financial activities such as opening of accounts among others.
Authorities usually perform true copy attestation:
Notary Public: A notary public verifies true copy once they compare the original with the copy.
Government Officials: It might be possible for some other government departments or the embassies to allow a few officials to attest true copies.
Educational Institutions: Holders of true copies of academic certificates or transcripts usually avail such from universities and schools.
Embassies or Consulates: When it comes to international use, one may be required to have a consular attestation for true copies.
Process to be followed for True Copy Attestation:
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Step 1 : Document Preparation
Make sure that you have the actual document and twice make photocopy of the document that requires attestation.
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Step 2: Make a visit to the relevant authority
Go to the authorized body you obtained the photocopy from with the original document, for instance, a Notary Public, an Embassy or government office.
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Step 3: Verification of Original
The authorised person, will then, lay the original document side by side the photocopy for purposes of comparing the copy with the original document.
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Step 4: Attestation
On the confirmation of the authority of the person, the photocopy seal will be put and authenticated by the said person with the remark “True Copy”. The attestation stamp may include:
- - Date of attestation
- - Signature of authorized person
- - Seal or stamp of the authorised body
- Step 5: Submission or Use
As a true copy, it can now be presented for official use such as visas, educational documents or even employment certifications.
Documents required for True Copy Attestation
Original Document: The document that should be attested and an original version of this document.
Photocopy: An identifiable and readable copy of the original document.
Proof of Identity: Some authorities may ask for the presenter’s identification such as the passport or the national ID.
Supporting Documents: In some instances, other documents may be required for visas or admission.
