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Medical Letters – Embassy Legalization for Arab Countries

Authenticate U.S. Medical Letters for Use in the Middle East & North Africa

The Arab American Chamber of Commerce (AACC)®, based in Washington D.C., provides professional legalization and authentication services for U.S.-issued medical letters and health-related documents. Whether you're traveling abroad for treatment, applying for medical leave, or sponsoring a family member's care, your medical letter must be legalized to be officially accepted by Arab embassies and foreign authorities.

We handle the complete legalization process—ensuring your medical documents are processed accurately and recognized overseas.


When Is a Medical Letter Required?

Legalized medical letters may be needed for:

  • 🛂 Visa or travel permit applications for medical reasons

  • 🏥 Medical treatment abroad or hospital admission

  • 👨‍⚕️ Supporting documents for disability or sick leave claims

  • 👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family sponsorship based on medical dependency

  • 📑 Health clearance for work, study, or immigration

  • 🧳 Proof of medical need for extended stay or entry exception

📌 Arab embassies and ministries often require medical documents to be certified and legalized before accepting them as valid evidence.


What Types of Medical Documents Can Be Legalized?

We legalize a wide range of medical records and statements, including:

  • Doctor’s letters or affidavits (on clinic/hospital letterhead)

  • Specialist medical reports

  • Hospital discharge summaries

  • Medical travel necessity letters

  • Sick leave certifications

  • Immunization and vaccination confirmations

  • Medical certificates issued by licensed physicians or surgeons

🖊 Documents must be signed by a licensed medical professional and notarized before they are eligible for embassy legalization.
🏥 We can assist you or your clinic in preparing notarized versions correctly.


Legalization Process for Medical Letters

AACC handles every step of the process to ensure your documents meet embassy requirements:

  1. Document Review – We verify format, content, and notarization

  2. 📜 Secretary of State Certification – Based on the notary’s jurisdiction

  3. 🏛 U.S. Department of State Authentication – 9 business days (standard)

  4. 🌍 Embassy Legalization – By the destination Arab country’s embassy in Washington D.C.

⚠️ Failure to follow the full chain of legalization may result in document rejection abroad.


Legalization Pricing & Timeframes by Country

Country

Total Fee

Processing Time

Embassy Notes

Algeria

$175

17 business days


Bahrain

$160

19 business days

Common for medical travel or expat leave

Iraq

$125

14 business days


Jordan

$151.25

15 business days

Required for medical exemptions or care visas

Kuwait

$135

15 business days


Lebanon

$365

20 business days


Sudan

$131

15 business days


Tunisia

$211

12 business days


UAE

$145

17 business days

Often required for treatment-based visa approvals

Yemen

$260

16 business days


💼 Pricing includes:

  • AACC service fee

  • U.S. Department of State fee

  • Embassy legalization fee

💡 Save $20 per document by choosing standard service instead of expedited processing.


Why Choose AACC?

  • 🏥 Experts in Medical Document Legalization
    Trusted by patients, clinics, and travel coordinators nationwide

  • 🏛 Direct Access to All Arab Embassies
    Our D.C. location allows us to process documents faster and more reliably

  • 🔐 Strict Confidentiality for Health Records

  • Expedited Service Available
    For urgent treatment travel, visa deadlines, or hospital admissions

  • 📦 Secure Return Shipping with Full Tracking


Let AACC Legalize Your Medical Letter Today

Don’t risk delays with visa applications or overseas care. Let the Arab American Chamber of Commerce handle the full medical letter legalization process for you—professionally and securely.

📞 Call: (410) 757-5544
Email: aacc@arabchamber.com
📝 Submit your document today to get a quote and checklist

Mailing

If you are using FedEx or UPS, please include a self-addressed air waybill for the return of your document.
Alternatively, you may use a USPS Priority Mail envelope with prepaid postage and a tracking number.
If you do not have a FedEx or UPS account, you can purchase an air waybill through this site in the next step.

Arab American Chamber of Commerce Headquarter Office

1330 New Hampshire Ave. NW, B1
Washington, D.C. 20036

(202) 347-5800

1 888-939-ARAB

Arab Chamber of Commerce

1615 Bay Head Rd.
Annapolis MD, 21409

(410) 349 - 1212