Saudi Qualification Attestation from New Zealand
- Authorised agent for the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Wellington
- Saudi qualification specialists
- 30 years of attestation experience
- ISO 9001 certified
- English and Arabic speaking team
- Direct coordination with universities and authorities
New Zealand degrees and professional qualifications may need to be authenticated before they can be used for employment, residency, professional registration or government purposes in Saudi Arabia.
CLS coordinates the qualification attestation process, including document assessment, notarisation where required, DIA Authentication, Saudi educational verification and Saudi Embassy (Wellington) or Consulate-General (Auckland) legalisation where required.
Last reviewed: July 2026. Educational verification requirements can change according to the qualification, institution, profession and Saudi receiving authority.
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Attestation, apostille and embassy legalisation — send us the order yourself, and a consultant confirms the route, the documents and every charge before anything is lodged.
- Order receivedYour order reaches a consultant straight away, and you get an email confirming what we have.
- Document review and quoteA consultant checks your documents against the destination’s current requirements, confirms the attestation, government, embassy and courier charges, and sends your invoice.
- Authentication and legalisationWe lodge with DIA and, where required, the destination’s embassy or consulate, tracking each stage for you.
- Return and completionFinished documents come back the way you chose, with a scanned copy emailed on completion.
What Is Saudi Qualification Attestation?
Saudi qualification attestation confirms the authenticity of a New Zealand educational award so it can be recognised by an employer, ministry, professional body or other organisation in Saudi Arabia.
The process can involve several authorities because both the authenticity of the document and the status of the issuing institution may need to be verified.
Depending on the case, the pathway may include:
Who Needs Qualification Attestation?
This service may be required for:
Qualifications We Can Assist With
CLS manages Saudi attestation for all New Zealand university, polytechnic, vocational and professional qualifications (including NZQA-issued records):
Academic & University Degrees
5 TypesVocational & Professional Awards
3 TypesTranscripts & Institutional Evidence
5 Types📄 Need a document or qualification verified that is not listed above? CLS coordinates official attestation for all document types. Contact our team for assistance.
Documents You May Need
Requirements may include:
Original qualification or testamur
Complete academic transcript
Passport copy
Signed authority form
Employment offer or Saudi sponsor details
University verification consent
Evidence of attendance or study mode
Previous qualifications
Name change evidence
Professional registration documents
Arabic translation where required
The final requirements depend on the qualification and its intended use.
How Qualification Attestation Works
Step 1: Qualification and Institutional Review
CLS reviews the award, institution, study location, course type and intended use in Saudi Arabia.
Where required, we coordinate verification with the university, registered training organisation or awarding body, confirming details such as the qualification awarded, study period, attendance method and graduation status.
Step 2: Notarisation and DIA Authentication
The qualification or a copy must be notarised by a New Zealand notary public before it can be authenticated by DIA (original NZQA documents excepted).
Step 3: Saudi Educational Verification and Consular Legalisation
Some qualifications require assessment through the Saudi Cultural Mission, Cultural Attaché or another approved Saudi educational verification pathway. CLS confirms whether this stage applies and coordinates the submission where available.
After the New Zealand and educational verification stages have been completed, CLS submits the document for Saudi consular legalisation where required.
Step 4: Return of the Completed Qualification
We review the completed document and arrange secure return to the applicant, employer or nominated representative.
What CLS Manages for You
- Qualification pathway assessment
- University verification coordination
- Notary Public certification
- DIA Authentication
- Saudi cultural verification
- Saudi Embassy (Wellington) or Consulate-General (Auckland) legalisation where required
- Translation coordination
- Progress tracking
- Secure return
Common Causes of Qualification Attestation Delays
Every common cause of delay — and how CLS prevents it before submission.
Incomplete Academic Documents
A degree without a transcript or supporting verification may not be sufficient for the requested Saudi process.
University Response Times
The issuing institution may need to respond directly to an educational verification request.
Online or Offshore Study
Qualifications completed online, through a partner campus or outside the awarding institution’s home country may require additional assessment.
Name Differences
Differences between the qualification and passport may require a marriage certificate, name change certificate or statutory declaration.
Incorrect Notarisation
The qualification must be prepared in a form that can be accepted by DIA and the Saudi authority.
Why Work With CLS?
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saudi Qualification Attestation through CLS.
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