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In Dubai, stamps and seals are core tools companies use to verify their corporate identity on official documents. On invoices, contracts, bank paperwork, official applications and authorisation letters, a company stamp acts as a strong point of reference. In Dubai — the international trade hub of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) — counterparties and authorities often look for a stamp to quickly confirm a document's authenticity.
A stamp or seal is not merely a formality; it is a visible sign of corporate credibility. For newly established companies in particular, bank account opening, supplier agreements and government transactions can slow down without one.
Although used interchangeably in daily language, there is a subtle distinction. A stamp usually refers to the printing tool carrying the company name, trade licence number and contact details, while a seal is often a round or corporate mark that adds formality to a document. In Dubai, both support the corporate and legal validity of documents.
A common question is whether a company stamp is legally mandatory in Dubai. In practice, UAE legislation does not impose a physical company stamp as a strict legal requirement for all businesses. However, banks, authorities and business partners frequently request stamped documents. So while a stamp is not technically "mandatory," it is effectively indispensable.
When a document must be valid not only internally but also officially and internationally, notarization and attestation come into play. Private documents such as contracts and powers of attorney must be certified by a UAE Notary Public to be binding. For international use, attestation by the Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is required.
Stamp and seal services in Dubai vary by business need. The most preferred types are:
Contains the company name, trade licence number and contact details. It is the most widely used type on invoices and official correspondence.
Represents the authorised person's signing authority; used in signature circulars and official approvals.
Their self-inking structure offers practical, long-lasting use; ideal for offices with heavy document flow.
Prepared to match the logo and brand identity; they meet the corporate seal requirement. Every stamp type should be designed in exact alignment with the trade licence details and in the UAE-compliant format.
The table below summarises the approximate costs of stamp/seal production and related document approval steps for the July 2026 period in Dubai. Amounts and rates may change according to the current tariffs of the relevant authorities.
| Transaction / Service | Approx. Amount | Source / Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Company stamp / seal production | ≈ AED 100 – 200 | Producers / free zone providers |
| Ministry of Justice (MoJ) attestation | ≈ AED 50 / transaction | moj.gov.ae |
| Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) attestation | ≈ AED 150 | mofa.gov.ae |
| Notary Public certification | Varies by document type (e.g. from AED 200) | Cabinet Resolution No. 19/2024 |
Obtaining a stamp and seal in Dubai is usually a fast process. Typical steps are:
To plan the entire journey from company formation to stamp and document management with professional support, you can review our guide on setting up a company in Dubai and explore Dubai Mainland company formation options for different structures.
Working with a professional provider keeps the process fast and smooth. Key benefits:
For your stamp, seal and document attestation needs in Dubai, you can contact us to request a quote.
UAE legislation does not impose a physical company stamp as a strict legal requirement for all businesses. However, because banks, authorities and business partners frequently request stamped documents, a stamp is effectively indispensable in practice.
Most professional providers produce the stamp or seal the same day or within 24 hours, once the trade licence and Emirates ID details are ready.
A valid trade licence and the authorised person's Emirates ID are required. Only the manager named on the licence or a power-of-attorney holder can request the stamp.
No. A stamp is a printing tool that adds corporate identity to a document. Notarization and attestation are separate legal processes that provide official and international validity.
As of July 2026, Ministry of Justice attestation is about AED 50 per transaction and Ministry of Foreign Affairs attestation is about AED 150. Amounts may change; check the official authority websites for current figures.
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