Certified True Copy for University Applications in the UAE
Get your degrees, transcripts and diplomas verified, stamped and accepted — without ever risking your original documents. Delivered by Ministry of Justice-licensed professionals, trusted by universities in the UAE and worldwide.
- MOJ-Certified Professionals
- Same-Day Service Available
- Accepted Worldwide
- Door-to-Door Delivery
“Elite’s certified true copies were accepted by my university in London without a single query. Ordered at noon, delivered the same evening.”
— Fatima A., Master’s ApplicantWhat Is a Certified True Copy — and Why Is It Required?
You’ve been accepted to your dream university — congratulations. Then the admissions office asks for a “certified true copy” of your degree certificate and transcripts, and suddenly the paperwork begins. Here’s exactly what that means:
A certified true copy is a photocopy of an original document that an authorised professional — such as a UAE Ministry of Justice-certified translator or legal practitioner — has personally compared against the original, then stamped, signed and endorsed as a true and accurate reproduction. It lets universities verify your credentials without you surrendering irreplaceable originals.
A plain photocopy proves nothing — anyone can edit a scan. A certified true copy carries the certifier’s official stamp, signature and certification statement, giving the admissions office legal assurance that the copy matches your original document exactly.
- Protects your original degree and transcripts from loss or damage in the post
- Accepted by UAE universities, ministries and institutions in 30+ countries
- Can be paired with MOJ-certified translation and attestation when required
Which Documents Do Universities Ask You to Certify?
Requirements vary by institution and country — but these are the documents admissions offices request certified true copies of most often:
Pro tip: many universities only accept certified true copies issued within the last 3–6 months of your application date. Order your certification close to your deadline — and always confirm the exact checklist with your admissions office before ordering.
Certified True Copy vs. Notarisation vs. Attestation
Three terms universities use as if everyone knows what they mean. Here’s the difference at a glance — and when each is actually required:
| Certified True Copy | Notarisation | Attestation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it does | Confirms a photocopy is a true, unaltered reproduction of the original document. | A notary public verifies signatures or identities, or witnesses a sworn statement about a document. | A government chain (e.g. UAE MOFA → embassy) legalises a document for official use abroad. |
| Who performs it | MOJ-certified translator, lawyer or authorised certifier. | Licensed notary public. | Government ministries and embassies. |
| When universities ask | Routine admissions packs — degrees, transcripts, IDs, certificates. | When a signature must be witnessed, or an affidavit is required. | Public universities abroad & credential evaluators — varies by country. |
Not sure which one your university needs?
Send us a screenshot of your admission checklist on WhatsApp — our certified team will tell you exactly what to order, in minutes. Free of charge.
Why Students, Parents & Registrars Choose Elite Legal Translation
Six reasons over 15,000 applicants have trusted us with the documents their future depends on:
1 · Same-Day Speed
Tight deadline? Digital certified copies are often delivered within hours, with express options for urgent university cut-offs.
24h average turnaround2 · Certified Accuracy, Guaranteed
Every copy is compared line-by-line against your original by a certified professional. If anything is ever wrong, we re-issue it free.
Zero-error commitment3 · Legal Certification You Can Trust
We are licensed by the UAE Ministry of Justice (Licence #328). Our stamp and signature are recognised by UAE authorities and universities alike.
MOJ Licence #3284 · Accepted Worldwide
Formats matched to institutional requirements in 30+ countries — from UAE universities to the UK, USA, Canada, Europe, Asia and Australia.
200+ institutions served5 · Door-to-Door Convenience
Order online in minutes, pay securely, and receive digital copies by email plus stamped hard copies couriered anywhere in the UAE.
UAE-wide delivery6 · One Partner for Everything
Certified true copies, MOJ-certified legal translation and full attestation under one roof — so nothing in your application gets rejected.
Copy + translate + attestHow We Work: From Scan to Certified Copy in 4 Steps
Click through each step to see exactly what happens to your documents at every stage.
Send Your Documents
Upload clear scans of your documents through our secure online portal — or simply WhatsApp them to us. Tell us which university or evaluation body will receive them, and we’ll tailor the certification format to match.
- No originals needed to start — quality scans are enough
- See your exact, itemised quote instantly before you pay
- Confidential handling of all personal documents
We Verify & Certify
A Ministry of Justice-certified professional examines your original document and compares every copy against it — line by line — before applying the certification statement, official stamp and signature that universities look for.
- Line-by-line comparison against the original document
- Official stamp, signature & certification statement applied
- Second-expert quality review before release
Translate & Attest — If Required
Documents in another language? Destination university asking for legalisation? We attach an MOJ-certified legal translation and manage MOFA or embassy attestation — so your application is never rejected on a technicality.
- MOJ-certified legal translation in 40+ languages
- MOFA & embassy attestation arranged end-to-end
- One order, one delivery — everything bundled
Receive & Submit
Your certified true copies arrive by email as secure digital files, with the stamped hard copies couriered to your door — anywhere in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah or the wider UAE. Submission-ready, every time.
- Digital copy by email, stamped hard copies by courier
- Formatted for admissions portals & upload limits
- Free re-issue if a university ever raises a query
Transparent Pricing — See Your Exact Cost Before You Order
Because fees for attestation and certification depend on the document type, page count and destination, we never quote one-size-fits-all numbers. Our online portal shows you a live, itemised price before you pay — no hidden charges, ever.
University-Ready Certification
Perfect when your originals must stay safely with you. Stamped, signed and submission-ready.
- Verification against the original document
- Certification statement, official stamp & signature
- Digital copy + couriered hard copies
- Instant online quote — no hidden fees
MOJ-Certified Translation
For documents issued in a language your university doesn’t accept — translated and certified together.
- Ministry of Justice-certified translators
- 40+ language pairs, 17+ years’ experience
- Pairs seamlessly with your true copy
- Accepted by courts, ministries & universities
University Application Package
True copies + certified translation + attestation, managed as one project with a single delivery.
- Everything your admissions office listed
- MOFA & embassy attestation included as needed
- Dedicated coordinator from quote to delivery
- Tailored quote within minutes on WhatsApp
No surprises, guaranteed: every fee is itemised and shown in the online ordering portal before you confirm — for true copies, translation or full attestation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Certified True Copies
Everything applicants ask us before ordering — answered by our certified document team.
A certified true copy is a photocopy of an original document that an authorised professional — such as a UAE Ministry of Justice-certified translator or legal practitioner — has examined, stamped, signed and endorsed as a true and accurate reproduction of the original. Universities require certified true copies so they can verify your degree certificates, transcripts and diplomas as authentic, without you having to surrender the irreplaceable originals.
Most universities request certified true copies of degree certificates, academic transcripts, diploma and secondary school certificates, and your passport or Emirates ID. Some institutions also ask for certified copies of recommendation letters, professional licences and English proficiency certificates such as IELTS or TOEFL. Always check your university’s specific admission checklist before ordering — or send it to us on WhatsApp and we’ll confirm it for you.
With Elite Legal Translation, most certified true copy orders are completed the same day or within 24 hours, depending on the number of documents and any additional requirements such as legal translation or attestation. Digital copies can be delivered securely by email, with stamped hard copies couriered to your door anywhere in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the wider UAE.
The cost of a certified true copy depends on the document type, the number of pages, and whether you also need certified translation or government attestation. For an instant, transparent price, use our online ordering portal — you’ll see the exact, itemised fee before you confirm your order, with no hidden charges.
A certified true copy confirms that a photocopy matches the original document. Notarisation is verification by a notary public of a signature or document. Attestation is a higher-level legalisation chain — often involving the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the destination country’s embassy — that makes a document valid for official use abroad. Universities may require one or more of these; our team handles all three and will advise you based on your institution’s requirements.
In most cases, yes. Certified true copies issued by Ministry of Justice-certified professionals are widely accepted by universities in the UK, USA, Canada, Europe, Asia and Australia. Some institutions may additionally request MOFA attestation or an apostille-style legalisation — simply tell us your destination university when ordering and we’ll certify your documents to the exact standard required.
Absolutely — and for foreign-language documents it’s usually the smartest route. Our Ministry of Justice-certified translators produce a legally certified translation, which we pair with your certified true copy in one delivery. Explore our certified translation services for details, or bundle everything in a single order through the online portal.
Place your order in minutes through our secure online ordering portal: upload a clear scan of your documents, review your instant itemised quote, and pay securely. Our certified team then prepares, stamps and delivers your certified true copies digitally and by courier, anywhere in the UAE. Prefer a human? Message us on WhatsApp and we’ll do it with you.
Your University Seat Shouldn’t Wait for Paperwork.
Join 15,000+ applicants who secured their admissions with Elite’s certified true copies — verified, stamped and accepted, without ever parting with your originals.
Prefer to talk? Call +971 2 412 0000 — open daily, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
- Strict confidentiality — documents handled securely
- MOJ-Licensed · Licence #328
- Serving Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah & the UAE