What Is Apostille?
Apostille Services in India
MEA-Approved & Hassle-Free Apostille Services for International Document Verification
Looking to study, work, or settle in a Hague Convention country? You'll need apostille attestation for your documents to be legally accepted abroad. At MEA EXPERT, we offer MEA-authorized apostille services in India that are fast, affordable, and 100% genuine.
The Apostille meaning refers to a specific form of attestation in which official documents are authenticated and legalized by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India. An apostille certificate is issued in the form of a square-shaped sticker bearing a unique identification number, digital signature, and official MEA seal, ensuring the document's authenticity.
Apostille in India is required when documents are intended for use in countries that are members of the Hague Convention. Once apostilled, the document is legally recognized in all Hague Convention member countries without the need for further embassy or consular legalization, making the process faster, simpler, and internationally accepted.
Official Certification
MEA-authorized sticker that validates your documents internationally
Global Acceptance
Valid across 100+ Hague Convention countries without embassy legalization
Documents Eligible for Apostille Authentication
We provide comprehensive apostille attestation services for all types of documents. Our experts ensure proper authentication for international use and recognition. Select a category below to explore eligible documents.
Degree Certificate Apostille
Apostille services for Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD certificates from recognized universities for international use
Academic Transcript Apostille
Official apostille for academic transcripts and educational records required for overseas education or employment
Diploma Certificate Apostille
International authentication for technical and vocational education diplomas through apostille process
School Certificate Apostille
Apostille services for high school and secondary education certificates for global recognition
PROCEDURE
Apostille Process in India
Our streamlined process ensures your documents are apostilled correctly and efficiently. Here's how we do it:
Step 1
Document Verification
Our experts verify your documents for eligibility and completeness. We ensure all papers meet the requirements for apostille attestation.
Step 2
Pre-Attestation
If needed, documents are first attested by state authorities (Home Department, HRD, or SDM) before proceeding to MEA apostille.
Step 3
MEA Apostille
Documents are submitted to the Ministry of External Affairs for apostille. A unique numbered sticker is affixed, making them valid internationally.
Step 4
Quality Check & Delivery
We verify all apostille stamps and signatures, then securely deliver your documents to your preferred location.
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💰Apostille Fees & Timelines
What Affects Your MEA Apostille Cost?
Your MEA apostille fees may vary depending on several factors:
Key Cost Factors
Document Type
Educational, personal, or commercial documents have different processing fees
State Attestation
Additional fees apply if state-level verification is required
Processing Time
Regular processing (5-7 business days) or expedited options
💡Document Verification Guide
Attestation vs Apostille
Apostille
What is Apostille?
Apostille is a type of attestation specific to Hague Convention countries, where only MEA legalization is required — no embassy step needed.
Simplified process with fewer steps, but limited to Hague Convention member countries.
Attestation
What is Attestation?
Attestation is a general term for document verification that may involve state, MEA, and embassy validation.
Typically requires multiple steps including embassy verification, making it suitable for all countries.
Feature
Apostille
Attestation
Required Steps
3-4 Steps
2-3 Steps
Embassy Legalization
MEA Verification
Processing Time
7-15 days
3-7 days
Global Acceptance
All Countries
Hague Members
Unique ID Number
WHY CHOOSE US
Why MEA EXPERT for Apostille?
Choose the most trusted name in document attestation services across India
MEA Authorized
We are registered and authorized by the Ministry of External Affairs for apostille services.
Fast Processing
Get your documents apostilled in as little as 1-2 working days with our premium service.
Expert Team
Our experienced professionals ensure accurate and hassle-free document processing.
Pan India Service
We offer our services across all major cities in India with doorstep pickup available.
Dedicated Support
24/7 customer support and real-time updates on your document status.
Transparent Pricing
No hidden charges. Clear pricing structure based on service type and urgency.
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