Apostille and Attestation Services in India – Your Complete Guide & FAQs
Q1. What is Apostille?
An Apostille is a special stamp issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), India, that authenticates the genuineness of your documents for use in Hague Convention countries.
Once a document is apostilled, it doesn’t require further attestation from any embassy.
Q2. What is Attestation?
Attestation is a document verification process for non-Hague Convention countries.
It involves authentication by multiple authorities — including the State Department, MEA, and the respective Embassy of the destination country.
Q3. What is the difference between Apostille and Attestation?
Apostille: Valid in Hague Convention countries only.
Attestation: Required for non-Hague countries.
Both serve the same purpose — proving that your Indian document is genuine and legally accepted abroad.
Q4. Which documents can be Apostilled or Attested?
Common document categories include:
Educational: Degree, Diploma, Marksheet
Personal: Birth, Marriage, PCC
Commercial: Power of Attorney, Certificate of Incorporation, Invoices
Q5. Why do I need Apostille or Attestation?
You need it to prove the authenticity of your documents abroad, especially for:
Employment or higher studies
Migration or visa processing
Business or trade setup
Family or personal use (like marriage registration)
Q6. Who issues Apostille in India?
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is the only authority in India authorized to issue Apostille stickers for documents.
Q7. Do I need to visit MEA personally for Apostille or Attestation?
No, not at all.
With Good Apostille Services, the entire process can be handled remotely — including pickup, processing, and final delivery of your legalized documents.
Q8. How long does the Apostille or Attestation process take?
Apostille: 2 to 5 working days
Attestation: 5 to 10 working days (depending on embassy requirements)
We always aim to deliver the fastest turnaround without compromising accuracy.
Q9. What are the charges for Apostille or Attestation?
- Charges depend on:
- Type of document
- Destination country
- Embassy fee (if applicable)
- To get an exact quote, contact our support team:
Call: 9104499727
Email: info@goodapostille.com
Q10. Is Apostille accepted in all countries?
No.
Apostille is valid only in Hague Convention member countries.
For other countries (like UAE, Qatar, or Kuwait), Attestation is required instead.
Q11. Can I Apostille or Attest my documents from any Indian state?
Yes.
We provide pan-India services, covering all states and Union Territories — from document collection to final courier delivery.
Q12. What if my document has spelling errors or mismatched details?
Such documents must be corrected before submission.
Incorrect or mismatched information can cause Apostille or Attestation rejection.
Our team can guide you in verifying and preparing the documents properly.
Q13. Do you offer document pickup and delivery?
Yes.
We provide doorstep pickup and secure courier delivery for all clients, saving you time and unnecessary travel.
Q14. How can I track the status of my Apostille or Attestation?
You can easily track your document through:
Email and WhatsApp updates
Direct customer support assistance
We keep you informed at every step.
Q15. Why should I choose Good Apostille Services (G-AS)?
Because we make the entire process simple, transparent, and trustworthy.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- MEA-authorized processing network
- Doorstep collection and delivery
- Transparent pricing (no hidden charges)
- Fast and reliable service
- Dedicated support until your document is legalized