🇸🇦 Degree Attestation from Saudi Culture & Saudi Embassy – Pakistan (2025 Guide)
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📄 Required Documents for Attestation
- Original Degree
Must be attested from HEC and MOFA
Must include QR Code Verification - Original Marksheet / Transcript
Attestation not required
Should match the degree title - University Verification Fee Receipt
Saudi Culture will email your university
You must pay their verification charges and provide proof of payment - Passport & CNIC Scan (PDF Format)
Use a high-quality scanner (avoid mobile apps like CamScanner)
💰 Attestation Charges
PKR 70,000 (for one degree)
The fee includes attestation from both Saudi Culture and Saudi Embassy.
⏳ Processing Time
The attestation timeline depends on your university’s response:
- Typical verification: 10 to 15 working days
- Some universities reply within a few days; others take 2–3 weeks
- If university delays or doesn’t respond, attestation is rejected
📌 Important Additional Notes
1. Bachelor’s Degree Attestation is Mandatory
To attest a Master’s or M.Phil, you must also attest lower-level degrees:
- Master’s = Bachelor + Master
- M.Phil = Bachelor + Master + M.Phil
Note: Charges apply per degree.
2. Name Consistency is Crucial
Your name and father’s name must be exactly the same on:
- Degree & Transcript
- Passport & CNIC
❌ Spelling differences, added/missing surnames = Rejection
3. No Exceptions Allowed for Name Issues
You must fix mismatched names on either Passport/CNIC or your educational documents.
No affidavits or letters from universities are accepted.
4. Only Full-Time Regular Degrees Accepted
Saudi Culture will reject degrees from:
- Distance learning
- Home-based programs
- Affiliate campus (if marked as affiliate by university)
If a university doesn’t respond after 1–2 follow-ups, the application is also rejected.
No refunds are given in case of rejection.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Can I attest my Master’s degree alone?
No. You must also attest your Bachelor’s degree. Each degree is billed separately.
Q2: My name has a small spelling mistake across documents. Is that okay?
No. Even one-letter differences or formatting issues will lead to rejection.
Q3: What if my university doesn’t reply to Saudi Culture?
If there’s no response from the university, your application is rejected. No refund is provided.
Q4: Is distance education accepted for Saudi attestation?
No. Only full-time, on-campus, regular degrees are accepted.
Q5: What is the fee for attesting multiple degrees?
Each degree (Bachelor, Master, M.Phil) is charged separately at PKR 70,000.
Q6: Can I use scanned documents taken from mobile apps?
No. Use a high-quality scanner for your Passport and CNIC.