The UAE government has taken a firm stand against fake educational certificates, introducing severe penalties, including fines up to Dh1 million and up to two years in prison for offenders. This law is designed to protect the integrity of the UAE’s education and employment sectors and prevent individuals from using fraudulent qualifications to secure jobs or visas.
⚠️ A Serious Warning to UAE Residents
Authorities have discovered a growing number of fake degrees originating from India and other countries, often accompanied by forged attestations to make them appear legitimate. Many individuals have fallen for scams, believing these degrees will help them secure employment in the UAE. However, using fraudulent documents is a criminal offense that can lead to:
✅ Immediate job termination
✅ Legal action, including fines and imprisonment
✅ Deportation and a permanent ban from re-entering the UAE
✅ Employer penalties for hiring individuals with fake degrees
🔍 How Fake Degree Scams Work
Many unrecognized institutions in India, Pakistan, and other countries sell counterfeit degrees under the pretense of being genuine universities. They often provide fake attestations from so-called “authorities,” tricking unsuspecting individuals into believing their documents are valid.
🚫 Warning Signs of Fake Degrees & Attestation Scams:
- Institutions not listed in UGC (University Grants Commission) or government-approved universities
- Promises of quick degree certification without exams or coursework
- Agents offering degree attestation services without official government channels
- Online-only universities with no physical presence or accreditation
📢 UAE’s Tough Stand Against Fake Qualifications
The new law criminalizes:
✅ Submitting fake degrees for employment, visas, or promotions
✅ Using forged attestations to validate fake degrees
✅ Publishing, promoting, or advertising fake educational certificates
✅ Issuing fake degrees or running unauthorized institutions
Penalties Include:
🔹 Dh500,000 – Dh1 million in fines
🔹 Up to two years in jail
🔹 Deportation for expatriates
🔹 Revocation of any benefits received using the fake degree
🔎 How to Verify Your Educational Certificate in the UAE
To ensure your degree is legitimate and properly attested, follow these steps:
1️⃣ Get your degree authenticated by your home country’s education authority.
2️⃣ Have it attested by the Ministry of External Affairs (or equivalent) in your home country.
3️⃣ Submit it for verification at the UAE embassy in your home country.
4️⃣ Get final attestation from the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC).
🚀 Employers Must Be Cautious Too!
Companies hiring employees in the UAE must thoroughly verify educational qualifications to avoid legal consequences. If an employer is found to have knowingly accepted a fraudulent degree, they may also face fines and legal action.
📌 Conclusion: Education is a Right, Not a Shortcut!
The UAE is sending a strong message—education is a valuable asset, not a loophole to exploit. Stay away from fake degrees and fraudulent attestations to protect your career, reputation, and future.
❌ If it sounds too easy, it’s probably illegal. Always verify your educational credentials through official government channels.
👉 Have you been offered a fake degree or attestation service? Report it to the authorities immediately!
