Apostille Apostille Services for Poland

There was no requirement of Apostille before 2005, but after Poland joined The Hague Convention in 2005, it became a mandatory requirement for any Indian traveling to Poland for purposes such as higher studies, employment, long-term visa applications, or internship programs. This requirement exists not only because Poland is a member, but also because India is a part of The Hague Convention. Therefore, apostille services for Poland are required.

Actually, apostille is considered a simple and convenient process for everyone, while in other non-member countries embassy attestation is required, which is more time-consuming and expensive.

When the word "Apostille" is heard for the first time, it may create some confusion because it is originally a French word that simply means legalization. However, in modern times this term has been added to the legal vocabulary worldwide, and now the same word "Apostille" is commonly used across all countries.

Apostille for Poland can only be done in the country where the certificate has been issued. For all Indian certificates, the Apostille is carried out by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), located in New Delhi. Once the certificate is Apostilled by the home country, it becomes eligible to be used for applying for a visa to Poland.

When you apply for a visa, each visa type has a different category of documents that need to be legalized for Poland. Here are some common requirements, as mentioned by the Embassy of Poland:

1. Birth Certificate – Required for family visa applications or minor documentation.
2. Marriage Certificate – Needed when applying for a spouse visa, family visit visa, or to obtain dependent status.
3. Divorce Certificate – Required if you are married to a Polish citizen and need to prove marital status.
4. Single Status Certificate – Required when marrying a foreigner; this must be obtained from the Indian government and legalized.
5. Name Change Affidavit – Needed when there is a mismatch of names in your documents.
6. Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) – Mandatory when applying for a student visa, work visa, or residence visa.
7. Degree/Diploma Certificate – For higher education in a Polish institute

Before reaching the Apostille stage, specific rules set by the Indian government must be followed. The documents need to be verified first by the designated authorities before submission for Apostille. However, this process is not difficult. Here is the process below:

• Document Verification – The certificate is first verified by the local authorities such as a Notary or a Class One Officer (SDM).
• State Authentication – Educational documents are authenticated by the HRD Department, while personal documents are authenticated by the Home Department or SDM.
• Submission to MEA – Once state verification is completed, the document is forwarded to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) at Patiala House, New Delhi.
• Apostille Issuance – The Apostille stamp is affixed by the MEA, and the document is made legally valid for use in Poland.

The Apostille process is usually not lengthy, but it can become time-consuming if you need to travel to multiple departments or cities. Sometimes, your documents may have been issued in a different state than where you are currently residing, which naturally extends the processing time.

However, if you approach ND UNIVERSAL, the Apostille can be completed within 5 working days. An Apostille never expires, but it is recommended to submit one that has been issued within the last 6 months for use in Poland.

The cost of Apostille for Poland depends on three factors:

1. The state from which your documents have been issued.
2. The type of documents – whether they are educational or personal.
3. The number of documents to be Apostilled.

We request you to provide these details or email them to us, and we will suggest the exact cost for your Apostille.

To start the Apostille process for Poland, we will first send you an email with a quotation for the service. If you agree with the time and cost, you can either send your documents physically to our office, or we can arrange a pick-up from your home or office. Our Apostille services are available across India, including metro cities such as:

• Delhi
• Mumbai
• Bangalore
• Chennai
• Hyderabad
• Kolkata
• Pune
• Ahmedabad
• Jaipur
• Chandigarh

As well as smaller cities and towns in all states.

Whether you are applying for an educational, personal, or commercial Apostille for Poland, we ensure a smooth and fast process. To start, you can submit a quick inquiry for Apostille for Poland from India here.