Degree Attestation from Saudi Culture in Pakistan

Degree Attestation from Saudi Culture: A Streamlined Process with Go Attestation

How to get Degree Attestation from Saudi Culture and Saudi Embassy? Having your educational qualifications recognized in Saudi Arabia often requires attestation from the Saudi Cultural Attaché (SCA).

Understanding Eligibility:

• Degree Level: SCA typically attests degrees earned through full-time programs (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Ph.D.). Online/distance learning degrees or those from private universities might not be accepted.

Required Documents for Degree Attestation from Saudi Culture and Saudi Embassy:

1. 1. 1. Original Degree: Attested by the following in your home country:

         • Higher Education Commission (HEC) with Online Record: Ensure your degree is verifiable through the HEC online portal.
         • Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) with QR Code Stamp: The MOFA attestation should include a QR code for electronic verification.

      2. Original Transcript: Required, but attestation is not required from HEC and MOFA.

      3. University Verification: As per recent procedures, SCA might directly contact your university to verify your enrolment. You might need to pay a verification fee to your university and submit the payment receipt with your application.

      4. Regular Student Letter: This official document from your university or college is required. It should explicitly state that you were a “regular student” throughout your program. Importantly, attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) is not required for this letter.

      5. Job Offer Letter or Contract: A document from your Saudi employer is required, which can be either: (For Sample: Click Here to go Download Page )

         • A job offer letter,
         • An employment contract, or
         • An agreement letter. This document must be attested by both the Saudi Chamber of Commerce and the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

      6. Supporting Documents:

         • Passport (First Page Scan – PDF format)
         • National ID Card (Front & Back Scans – Combined PDF format

• Additional Notes:
  • Requirements might vary slightly depending on your country. Double-check with the SCA office in Lahore for the latest guidelines.
  • Documents might need translation into Arabic, depending on SCA regulations.
  • Master’s Degree: If applying for a Master’s degree attestation, you will also need to submit your original Bachelor’s degree attested by the same process (HEC with Online Record and MoFA with QR Code Stamp). An additional fee will be charged for attesting the Bachelor’s degree.
  • Name Consistency: Ensure all your names across documents (Passport, National ID Card, Degree Certificate, and Job Contract) match exactly. Any discrepancies might cause delays or rejections.

Processing Time and Charges:

• Processing Time: The overall attestation timeframe can vary depending on the university verification process, which can take approximately 20 working days. Additional processing time may be required by the SCA and Saudi Embassy.
• Charges: Go Attestation offers a comprehensive service package for a fee of approximately 300 USD. This fee covers the processing and handling of your documents for attestation by both the Saudi Cultural Attaché and the Saudi Embassy.