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Notary lawyer near me in Dubai: the document first, then the notary
If you searched for a notary lawyer near me, you most likely have a document that needs a notary's seal and you want someone who knows the law to get it right. Notario Lawyers does the legal work around that seal: we draft or check the document, prepare the Arabic text, and our in-house notary public notarises it. We have in-house, in person notary public services, online notary public services and home visit notary services. You sign once, with the paperwork already in order.
People search for this in many ways: notary lawyer, notary advocate, advocate for notary near me, legal notary. They all point to the same need. Behind it are two separate roles, the person who prepares the document and the notary who notarises it, and knowing which is which saves time, money and a second trip.
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Is a lawyer a notary?
Is a lawyer a notary public in the UAE? Not automatically. The plain answer under UAE and Dubai law, and how a notary differs from an advocate.
Guide
Can a lawyer be a notary?
Can a lawyer be a notary in Dubai and the UAE? Yes, once registered as a private notary. Who may notarise, how to check, and what a lawyer alone can sign.
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Legal consultancy
Legal consultancy services in Dubai for documents: which document you need, who signs it, where to sign and which office will accept it, before you pay.
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Certified true copy
A lawyer certified true copy in the UAE, or a notary's copy? See which one your receiver accepts and how our in-house notary public certifies it.
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At a glance
In the UAE, only public notaries, private notaries and accredited UAE consuls may carry out notarial acts (Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2022, Article 3).
In Dubai, notaries work under Dubai Law No. 4 of 2013: a government notary public at Dubai Courts, and private notaries registered on a roll kept by Dubai Courts.
Every private notary in Dubai is a lawyer, licensed by Dubai Courts to act as a notary. Other lawyers are not notaries by default.
We prepare the document, and our in-house notary public checks your ID, your capacity and your consent, and applies the seal.
Our office is on the 10th floor, Battuta Gate offices, Dubai. Most of the preparation happens by WhatsApp and email.
Side by side
What a "notary lawyer" is in Dubai
The phrase mixes two jobs, and the law keeps them apart.
| Role | What they do | Can they notarise? |
|---|---|---|
| Government notary public (Dubai Courts) | Notarises documents as a public official of Dubai Courts | Yes |
| Private notary | A lawyer licensed by Dubai Courts to act as a notary and listed on its roll | Yes, within the functions assigned to private notaries |
| Advocate or lawyer | Advises clients and represents them, including before the courts where licensed to do so | Only if also registered as a notary |
| Accredited UAE consul abroad | Notarises for people outside the UAE | Yes, under Article 3 of the federal notary law |
So a "notary lawyer" in the strict sense is a private notary. What most people mean, though, is a lawyer or legal professional who will take care of the document so the notarisation goes through. That is the work we do. For the full explanation of the difference between a notary and an advocate, read our guide on whether a lawyer is a notary public, and for who is allowed to become one, can a lawyer be a notary.
Step by step
What we do before the notary
This is where most of the value is, because a notary works with the document you bring.
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Identify the right document
A letter that should be a power of attorney, or an affidavit that should be a declaration, can be refused or can fail later. We tell you which instrument fits your purpose.
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Draft or review it
We write the text from your instructions, or check the draft you have. Names and ID numbers are copied from the IDs themselves. Powers and permissions are listed as specific acts.
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Prepare the Arabic
Dubai's notary law requires Arabic, or a foreign language text with an Arabic translation by a certified translator, both signed. We prepare a bilingual text or a translation, through our legal translation service.
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Check the signatories
Who must sign, in what capacity, and with which ID. For a company, whether the person signing is authorised under the MOA.
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Sign with our notary
You sign before our in-house notary public, in person at the office, online or on a home visit, depending on the document, the timing and your location.
At the notary
You attend with the original ID of every person signing. Under Article 7 of the federal notary law, the notary verifies the identity of the people concerned, checks their capacity and consent, and reads out the content and its effect. If you do not speak the language, an interpreter from the Ministry's register interprets for you. Then the notary applies the seal and the document is notarised.
If you cannot attend in person, tell us early. Dubai Courts has supported virtual attendance for some notarial services, and the Ministry of Justice runs an E-Notary System for remote notarisation. Which of these fits depends on the document.
After the notary
A notarised document is not always the end. If it will be used in another country, it usually needs attestation by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFAIC) and then by that country's embassy. The UAE is not a party to the Hague Apostille Convention, so there is no apostille route from the UAE. We tell you what the receiving country asks for before you sign, so the document is prepared for the whole route.
Checklist
Documents people bring to a notary lawyer
Contracts and agreements that a bank, landlord or buyer wants notarised. See contract drafting.
Company resolutions and MOA changes
Travel consent for a child travelling with one parent or another adult. See child travel power of attorney.
NOC from a father for a child's visa sponsored by the mother. See NOC for child visa.
Affidavit of support for a visiting relative. See affidavit of support in Dubai.
Wills
See our will writing service.
Certified true copies of passports and certificates, certified by our in-house notary public. See certified true copies.
Government notary or private notary?
Both notarise, and a document notarised by either is a notarised document. The practical differences are availability, location and price.
- The Dubai Courts notary public is the government notary, with service centres across Dubai and online channels.
- A private notary works from their own office, often with more flexible appointments, and may visit you for an extra charge. Dubai private notary fees are set by a Dubai Courts decision: AED 100 per party for registration and AED 100 per signature, and AED 1,000 per trip outside the notary's place of work, according to the Dubai Media Office.
We recommend the route that fits the document and your timing, and we tell you the government fee in advance.
DIFC documents. The DIFC has its own courts and its own notary service. A document for a DIFC matter goes there; a document for use in onshore Dubai does not.
Questions to ask anyone offering notary lawyer services
Anyone can put "notary" in an advert. Before you pay, ask:
- Who will notarise the document: the Dubai Courts notary public, or a named private notary on the Dubai Courts roll?
- Which part of the price is the government fee, and which part is the service fee?
- Will the document have an Arabic text, and who prepares it?
- What exactly will you draft or check, and will I see the text before the signing?
- If the document is refused, what happens next and what does it cost?
We answer all five before you pay.
When you need an advocate instead
Some searches for a notary advocate are really searches for a court lawyer. If your document is part of a dispute that is already in court or about to be, such as a claim for unpaid rent, a divorce or a criminal complaint, the person you need is a practising advocate who can represent you. Drafting and notarising a document does not replace that. Tell us at the start if there is a dispute behind your document, and we will tell you plainly whether a drafted and notarised document is the right step, or whether you need court representation first.
Legal notary near me: where we are
Our office is on the 10th floor, Battuta Gate offices, Dubai (map). Office open Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm (Dubai time). WhatsApp and online requests answered 24/7. You do not have to visit us to start. Send the IDs and your instructions by WhatsApp or email, review the draft on your phone, and meet our in-house notary public at the signing, in person, online or on a home visit.
Prices
Fees
| Service | Our service price |
|---|---|
| Drafting or typing (add-on) | From AED 200 |
| Affidavit, including affidavit of support | From AED 600 |
| Child travel consent or NOC for a child visa | From AED 1,200 |
| Board resolution | From AED 2,000 |
| Legal consultation | Quote on request |
All service prices are starting prices and are negotiable. Government fees are paid on top, at cost, exactly as the authority charges them. We confirm your final price before you pay.
Full list: legal document fees.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
If your question is not here, ask it on WhatsApp. Tell us what the document is for and who will sign it.
Can any lawyer in Dubai notarise my document?
No. Only a notary may notarise. In Dubai that means the government notary public at Dubai Courts or a private notary registered on the Dubai Courts roll. A private notary is a lawyer, but a lawyer who is not registered as a notary cannot notarise.
What does a notary advocate near me actually do?
The words usually describe someone who prepares the document and takes you to the notary. The notarisation itself is done by the notary public. A good preparer makes sure the document is right before that step.
Do I need to go to a notary in person?
Usually yes, with your original ID. Remote routes exist for some documents through Dubai Courts and the Ministry of Justice E-Notary System. Ask us which applies to yours.
Can you help if I am outside the UAE?
Yes. We draft and translate the document by email. You can then sign before an accredited UAE consul, before a notary in your country followed by attestation, or remotely where your document allows it.
Will you tell me the notary fee before I book?
Yes. The notary fee is a government fee charged at cost, and we show it separately from our own price before you pay.
Can a lawyer be a notary in the UAE?
Can a lawyer be a notary in Dubai and the UAE? Yes, once registered as a private notary. Who may notarise, how to check, and what a lawyer alone can sign.
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Is a lawyer a notary public? The difference between a notary and an advocate in the UAE
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Contact
Start with your document
Call or WhatsApp +971 52 484 1790, or email support@notariolawyersuae.com with what the document is for. We will tell you what it needs and who will notarise it.
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Sources for this page
- Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2022 on the regulation of the notary profession, Articles 3, 7 and 8: https://uaelegislation.gov.ae/en/legislations/1563
- Dubai Law No. 4 of 2013 concerning Notaries Public in the Emirate of Dubai: https://dlp.dubai.gov.ae/Legislation%20Reference/2013/Law%20No.%20(4)%20of%202013%20Concerning%20Notaries%20Public%20in%20the%20Emirate%20of%20Dubai.html
- Ministry of Justice E-Notary System: https://www.moj.gov.ae/en/services/esystems/e-notary.aspx
- Dubai private notary fees, Dubai Media Office: https://mediaoffice.ae/en/news/2025/december/29-12/dubai-courts-is-preparing-to-implement-the-decision-regulating-the-fees-of-the-private-notary-public
- DIFC Courts notary service: https://www.difccourts.ae/difc-courts/services/notary-service
- Hague Apostille Convention status table: https://www.hcch.net/en/instruments/conventions/status-table/?cid=41