Marriage Certificate Apostille
๐๐ A Marriage Certificate Apostille is the process of obtaining certification from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in India. ๐ฎ๐ณ
๐โ You can use the certificate for international purposes, as it serves as proof that a marriage certificate is genuine and authentic. โ
๐ค๐ You can use it in those countries that are members of the Hague Convention. ๐๐

What is The Meaning of Marriage Certificate Apostille?
๐ An Apostille is an official stamp ๐๐ affixed by the MEA (Ministry of External Affairs) on documents like a marriage certificate ๐๐.
โ This stamp confirms that the certificate has been attested by the rightful authorities, making it legally acceptable in Hague Convention countries ๐๐ค
๐ For example, a marriage certificate apostille ensures that a foreign government recognizes the marital status of the couple mentioned in theย document.ย ๏ฟฝโ
๐ก Why You Need a Marriage Certificate Apostille? ๐โจ
There are several key reasons ๐ why you may need your marriage certificate apostilled :
- โ Applying for a dependent or work visa๐โ
- โ You are applying for PR (Permanent Residency)๐ก๐
- โ Registering a marriage abroad๐๐
- โ Going abroad on a family visa ๐จ๐ฉ๐ง๐ฆโ
- โ Applying for dual citizenship๐๐
- โ Property ownership & child passport applications๐ ๐ถ๐
๐น An apostille ensures your marriage is legally recognized worldwide!ย ๐๐
๐ How to Get a Marriage Certificate Apostille?
In order to obtain a marriage certificate, apostille involves several steps. Hereโs an easy breakdown of the process:
๐ Notary Attestation
The document first requires a notary stamp๐ to confirm the authenticity of the marriage certificate.
๐ SDM/State Attestation
After the notary attestation, the certificate needs verification from either the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM)๐ข or the State government, depending on the route taken.
district's secretariat will do state authentication.
The Hauge Convention countries accept SDM attestation.โ
The SDM attestation takes 3 days to complete.โณ
On the other hand, the State can take up to 30 days to complete.โณ
The Hauge Convention countries accept SDM attestation.
If you are going to Italy ๐ฎ๐น or Australia ๐ฆ๐บ, you have to go for State attestation.
๐ Ministry of External Affairs (MEA):๐ฎ๐ณ Once the previous steps are completed, the document is sent to the MEA for the final Apostille.
๐ Non-Hague Countries ๐๐ซ In the case of non-Hague countries, an extra step of Embassy attestation๐ย is required.
๐ How to Apply for a Marriage Certificate Apostille?
Applying for a marriage certificate apostille is straightforward. Follow these steps:
- โฟก Register on ND Universal ๐ป๐ or contact us anytime ๐๐ค
- โฟข Submit the documents ๐ฆ๐ either in person ๐ข๐ค or via courier ๐๐ฎ
- โฟฃ Make an online payment ๐ณ๐ป for the apostille service โ
- โฟค Track your documents ๐ง๐through email updates๐จ๐
- โฟฅ Collect or receive your apostilled documents ๐๐ once the process is completeโ
Validity of Apostille Marriage Certificate
Marriage certificates Apostille or Apostille in general provided by MEA will have a validity of six months๐ . Different countries have different validity periods๐. The validity of an Indian apostille is six monthsโณ.
Do I need Original Marriage Certificate For Apostille?
Both original documents ๐ and certified copies๐ can be Apostille. Getting an apostille on an original document is always a good idea.๐
Note: Have you lost your marriage certificate?๐ If you have lost your marriage certificate, you can get a marriage certificate affidavit apostille๐ท. You can prepare the Marriage certificate affidavit through a Notary public๐. We can help you get a marriage certificate in Apostille without any hassle๐.
โจ Ready to get your Marriage Certificate Apostille? Donโt wait! Apply Now or Contact Us for more information and seamlessย assistance!ย โจ
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do you offer pick-up and drop-off services for documents? How much does it cost?
Yes, we offer free pick-up and drop-off services for documents. It will not cost you anything for this service but exceptions can be there.
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What will you do if the submitted documents are laminated?
Lamination has to be taken off as attestation cannot be performed on laminated documents. Our professional staff will carefully remove the lamination from the documents without damaging them.
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How can I reach out to ND Universal for their services?
You can call us and our representative will visit you. You can provide the address, and one of our team members will contact you and explain everything to you in the best possible way. You can also hand over your documents to the agent and get all the required receipts.