Translation Services in Dubai
MOJ - Registered Legal Translators
Legal Translation Services in Dubai, UAE
Need a legal document translated for use in the UAE? HHS Lawyers assists individuals and businesses with legal translation of contracts, Powers of Attorney, court documents, corporate records, certificates and other documents required for legal or official use in the UAE.
Where certified translation is required, documents are handled by MOJ-registered legal translators with attention to the terminology, format and requirements of the relevant UAE court, notary or government authority. We can also advise where notarisation, attestation or legalisation is required.
- Contracts and legal agreements
- Power of Attorney documents
- Court and corporate documents
- Personal and official certificates
What Are Legal Translation Services in the UAE?
Legal translation involves translating documents that carry legal, contractual or official meaning while preserving the terminology, context and intent of the original document.
In the UAE, legal translation is commonly required for documents submitted to courts, notaries, government authorities, embassies and other official bodies. Depending on their intended use, documents may also require certified translation, notarisation or attestation.
Documents We Translate for Legal and Official Use
HHS Lawyers assists with the legal translation of documents used in court proceedings, corporate transactions, immigration matters, notarisation and other official procedures in the UAE.
- Contracts and Agreements – commercial contracts, employment agreements, settlement agreements and other legal documents.
- Power of Attorney Documents – general, special, corporate and property-related POAs.
- Court and Litigation Documents – judgments, pleadings, legal notices, evidence and supporting court documents.
- Corporate Documents – Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association, board resolutions and company records.
- Personal Documents – birth, marriage, divorce, education and other official certificates.
When Is Certified Legal Translation Required in the UAE?
A certified legal translation may be required when a document issued in another language is submitted to a UAE court, notary, ministry, immigration authority or another government body. The requirement depends on the type of document and the authority where it will be used.
Contracts, Powers of Attorney, court documents, corporate records and personal certificates are common examples. Before translation begins, it is important to confirm whether the receiving authority requires an MOJ-registered legal translation or any additional notarisation or attestation.
Confirm Your Translation Requirement
How HHS Lawyers Can Help With Legal Translation
HHS Lawyers assists clients with legal translation by first reviewing the document, its intended use and the requirements of the relevant UAE court, notary, government authority or other receiving body.
Our team can also advise whether the document requires certified translation, notarisation, attestation or legalisation before it is submitted in the UAE or used abroad.
- Review of legal and official documents
- MOJ-registered legal translation where required
- Support for court, corporate and personal documents
- Guidance on notarisation, attestation and legalisation
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an MOJ-registered legal translator in the UAE?
For documents intended for UAE courts and certain official procedures, a translation may need to be completed by a translator or translation house registered with the Ministry of Justice.
Does my document need to be translated into Arabic for use in the UAE?
It depends on the receiving authority. UAE courts and many government bodies may require documents in Arabic or a certified Arabic translation.
Should I get my document attested before or after translation?
The correct sequence depends on the document, country of issue and authority where it will be used. The requirements should be checked before starting the process.
Does the translated document itself need MOFA attestation?
Not always. Translation and MOFA attestation are separate procedures, and the requirement depends on the document and its intended use.
Will a translation completed outside the UAE be accepted?
Not automatically. The receiving UAE authority may require a translation completed by an appropriately registered legal translator or translation house.
Can I use an English document without Arabic translation in the UAE?
Sometimes. Acceptance depends on the authority and purpose of submission. Courts and some official bodies may specifically require Arabic.
Do contracts and Powers of Attorney require legal translation?
They may require legal translation where they are submitted in another language for court, notarisation, government or other official use.
Can personal certificates be legally translated in the UAE?
Yes. Birth, marriage, divorce, education and other official certificates can be legally translated where required for UAE procedures.
Is legal translation the same as document attestation?
No. Legal translation converts the document into the required language, while attestation verifies the document for official use.
How do I know what type of translation my document needs?
Check the receiving authority, required language, purpose of use and whether certified translation, notarisation or attestation is also required.
