Apostille Services
Birth Certificate Apostille Details
Birth Certificate Apostille is mandatory when applying for foreign residency, family visas, dual citizenship, or overseas school admissions in Hague Convention nations. The Ministry of External Affairs attaches an official Apostille sticker on the original birth certificate to certify its authenticity globally.
Step-by-Step Verification Process
1
Local Notary Public verification
2
State Home Department or Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) attestation
3
Final Apostille sticker by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)
Documents Required
- Original Birth Certificate
- Passport copies of the applicant / child
- Passport copies of parents (for minor applicants)
- Government ID proof of applicant
Estimated Timeline
3 to 5 Working Days
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