UAE Certificate of Origin Legalization Services

When exporting goods from the United States to the UAE, having a properly legalized Certificate of Origin is not just recommended, it’s a legal requirement. This document verifies the country in which the goods were manufactured and is essential for customs clearance, determining applicable tariffs, and complying with trade regulations.


At the US Arab Chamber of Commerce, we provide fast, accurate, and fully compliant Certificate of Origin Legalization Services to help exporters meet UAE import requirements with ease and confidence.

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UAE Certificate of Origin Legalization

Expedited Legalization Services

Legalizing a Certificate of Origin for use in the UAE involves multiple steps and fees to ensure compliance with both U.S. and UAE government regulations. To get your certificate successfully you must know that both certificate of origin and commercial invoice are required together.


  • Expedited Service Fee: $160

  • Maryland notary, court and state fees: $30 (1 business day)

  • U.S. Department of State fee: $40 (9 business days)

  • Chamber of commerce fee: $70 (1 business day)

  • Embassy of UAE for Commercial Invoice: $45 (8 business days)

  • Embassy of UAE for Certificate Of Origin: $45


Note: You can submit your Invoice and Certificate of Origin certification digitally.

If you don't require expedited service, you'll save $20 per document and your package will arrive by or after.

Why Legalize a Certificate of Origin?

The Certificate of Origin is a vital document required by UAE customs authorities to verify the origin of the goods. It must be officially notarized, authenticated, and legalized through several U.S. and UAE government channels to be accepted.

 Legalization is necessary to:

  • Confirm product origin for customs and duty purposes.

  • Facilitate seamless customs clearance at UAE ports.

  • Avoid shipment delays, penalties, or rejections.

Our Comprehensive Legalization Process

 As a recognized intermediary, the US Arab Chamber of Commerce offers end-to-end handling of your Certificate of Origin, ensuring all steps are properly completed:

  • Maryland Notarization and State Authentication: Your documents are notarized and certified through Maryland’s legal system.

  • U.S. Department of State Authentication: We submit your documents to the federal level for official recognition.

  • Chamber of Commerce Verification: The certificate is stamped and verified through our chamber for commercial legitimacy.

  • Embassy of the UAE Legalization: The final step involves presenting your documents to the UAE Embassy in Washington D.C. for legalization.

We also handle commercial invoice legalization in conjunction with your Certificate of Origin for a fully compliant Export Document Legalization .

Who needs this service?

If you are exporting goods to the UAE, you are required to legalize your Certificate of Origin. Our clients include:

  • Manufacturers and Suppliers.

  • Exporters Forwarders.

  • Freight Forwarders.

  • Legal and Trade Compliance Departments.

Why Choose US Arab Chamber of Commerce?

  • Experienced and Trusted: Recognized by Arab League embassies and U.S. government offices.

  • Fast Turnaround: Choose from expedited or standard processing to match your deadlines.

  • Transparent Pricing: No hidden costs, only flat, clear fees.

  • Full Compliance: Avoid errors that could delay your shipment or result in costly rejections.

  • Dedicated Support: Our experts are available to assist you at every step.

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Export with confidence. Let the US Arab Chamber of Commerce handle your Certificate of Origin legalization for the UAE professionally and efficiently.