• Oct 15, 2025

Medical Certificate or Sick Leave Attestation in the UAE: Everything You Need to Know

If you’ve taken medical leave from work or need to present a medical certificate for official purposes in the UAE, it’s not enough to simply have the document signed by a doctor — it must also be attested to be legally recognized.

Medical certificate attestation confirms that your sick leave or medical report is authentic and officially issued by a licensed healthcare facility, making it valid for submission to employers, government departments, or foreign embassies.

In this guide, we’ll explain why medical certificate attestation is required, how to apply for it, and how QuickPRO helps you complete the process efficiently and stress-free.

What Is Medical Certificate Attestation?

Medical certificate attestation is the process of verifying the authenticity of a doctor’s note, hospital certificate, or sick leave document.

The attestation ensures the certificate was issued by a recognized medical authority, and the information it contains — such as illness, treatment period, or medical advice — is genuine.

In the UAE, attested medical certificates are often required for:

• Work leave approval (for more than two consecutive sick days)
• Salary protection or insurance claims
• Visa extensions or cancellations due to medical reasons
• Educational or travel documentation in case of prolonged illness

Why Medical Certificate Attestation Is Important

Authorities and organizations in the UAE require medical certificates to be attested for legal and administrative reasons. Here’s why it matters:

1. ✅ Official Recognition
   An attested certificate confirms the document’s authenticity and protects against falsified medical claims.
2. ✅ Employer Verification
   Companies and HR departments in the UAE only accept attested sick leave certificates for payroll or leave approval.
3. ✅ Legal and Government Use
   Required for visa extensions, medical leave approvals, or court-related matters involving health conditions.
4. ✅ Insurance and Reimbursement
   Insurance companies may ask for attested certificates to process medical reimbursements or claims.
5. ✅ International Acceptance
   If you’re using the certificate outside the UAE, attestation ensures it’s legally valid in other countries.

Documents Required for Medical Certificate Attestation

To begin the attestation process, you’ll need:

• Original medical certificate or sick leave report from a recognized hospital or clinic
• Copy of your passport or Emirates ID
• Any supporting medical documents (if applicable)

If the certificate is issued outside the UAE (for example, from India, UK, Russia, or the Philippines), it must first be attested by the respective country’s authorities before being legalized by the UAE Embassy and MOFA (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) in the UAE.

Process of Medical Certificate Attestation in the UAE

The attestation process depends on where your certificate was issued:

If Issued in the UAE:

1. Attestation by the Ministry of Health (MOH) or Dubai Health Authority (DHA)
   Confirms the authenticity of the medical institution.
2. Attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)
   Legalizes the document for official or international use.

If Issued Outside the UAE:

1. Notary or Local Health Department Attestation in the home country.
2. Attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (in that country).
3. UAE Embassy Attestation in the country of issue.
4. MOFA Attestation in the UAE upon arrival.

Once all these stages are complete, your medical certificate or sick leave becomes legally valid for use in the UAE or abroad.

How Long Does It Take?

The processing time depends on the country of origin and type of attestation required.

• UAE-issued certificates: 2–3 working days
• Foreign-issued certificates: 5–10 working days

QuickPRO also offers express attestation services for urgent applications.

How to Apply for Medical Certificate or Sick Leave Attestation

You can apply for attestation by visiting the respective health authorities and MOFA offices — but the process often involves multiple steps, queues, and document verifications.

Here’s the simplified way:

1. Submit your certificate to QuickPRO (pickup or online request).
2. QuickPRO verifies and processes your attestation through the required authorities (MOH, MOFA, embassy, etc.).
3. Receive your fully attested certificate — ready for legal or official use.

QuickPRO—Your Trusted Partner for Medical Certificate Attestation in the UAE

At QuickPRO, we make the attestation process smooth, transparent, and stress-free. Our experts handle every stage of attestation — from document collection to MOFA legalization — so you don’t have to deal with government queues or paperwork.

Why Choose QuickPRO?

• ✅ End-to-end attestation and legalization for UAE and international documents.
• ✅ Pickup and delivery service anywhere in the UAE.
• ✅ Fast turnaround with same-week processing available.
• ✅ MOFA- and Embassy-approved procedures.
• ✅ 24/7 support and real-time status updates.

Whether your medical certificate was issued in the UAE or abroad, QuickPRO ensures it’s properly attested and legally accepted — for work, legal, or visa purposes.

Conclusion—QuickPRO Makes Medical Certificate Attestation Easy

Getting your medical certificate or sick leave attested is essential for it to be officially accepted by employers, government offices, or international authorities. The process can seem complicated, but with the right guidance, it’s fast and straightforward.

QuickPRO takes care of everything — from verification to MOFA attestation — so you can focus on your recovery, not the paperwork.

Contact QuickPRO today for reliable, fast, and professional medical certificate attestation in the UAE, and make your documents valid the easy way.