Question 1

What is certified legal translation in the UAE?

Accepted Answer

A certified legal translation in the UAE is a sworn translation produced, signed, and stamped by a legal translator certified and licensed by the UAE Ministry of Justice (MOJ). It is legally recognized by courts, ministries, notaries public, and government entities.

Question 2

How is the translation page count calculated?

Accepted Answer

A standard translation page is calculated based on 195 translatable words (CEIL(words / 195)). The minimum order is 2 translation pages (AED 90.00 + 5% VAT). Pricing is based on translatable volume rather than raw physical PDF pages.

Question 3

What is the ±2-page transparent variation guarantee?

Accepted Answer

If the final certified translation page count differs from the initial automated estimate by 2 translation pages or fewer, LegalTranslate covers the difference. You are charged AED 0 extra. If the count decreases by more than 2 pages, the difference is automatically refunded.

Question 4

How long does translation take?

Accepted Answer

Standard digital delivery is typically completed within 24 to 48 hours. Express options are available on request.

Question 5

How do I receive my completed translation?

Accepted Answer

You receive an official certified stamped PDF downloadable directly through your secure order tracking link. We also offer physical hard-copy courier delivery across the UAE.

Question 6

How does attestation differ from translation?

Accepted Answer

Attestation is the multi-stage government authentication chain (notary, home country ministry, UAE embassy, UAE MOFA) that verifies the authenticity of a foreign document. Translation is the sworn linguistic conversion of the document into Arabic.

Question 7

How are my uploaded documents protected?

Accepted Answer

All uploaded files are stored in private encrypted storage buckets with zero direct public access. Document downloads use short-lived, cryptographically signed URLs.

Question 8

Do I need to create an account to place an order?

Accepted Answer

No. LegalTranslate operates a 100% guest workflow. You verify your mobile number with a one-time SMS passcode (OTP) and track your order using your reference number and email.

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