Official MEA Apostille
Services for 105+ Countries
Fast, reliable & 100% government-authorized Apostille for Europe, USA, Australia, Canada and all 105+ Hague Convention countries. No embassy visit required.
What Is an Apostille?
An Apostille is a special authentication stamp issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), India. It is internationally recognized under the 1961 Hague Convention — making your document valid in 105+ countries without any embassy visit.
💡 Simple Rule: Going to Europe, USA, Australia, Canada or any Hague member country? You only need an Apostille — no embassy required. MEA → Apostille → Done.
Where Is It Valid?
India's MEA Apostille is directly accepted in 105+ Hague Convention countries — no embassy stamp needed.
How Does Apostille Work?
Simpler and faster than embassy attestation. Just 3 steps — we handle the entire process for you.
Notary / Attestation
Required for some personal documents like affidavits and agreements. This step is not needed for educational certificates.
⏱ 1–2 Days (if needed)HRD / Home Department
State HRD authentication is required for educational documents. For personal documents, Home Department verification applies.
⏱ 2–3 DaysMEA Apostille Stamp
The official Apostille sticker is affixed by the Ministry of External Affairs. This is the final step — your document is now internationally valid.
⏱ 1–2 Days · Final Step ✅Apostille vs Embassy Attestation
Understand the difference and choose the right service for your destination country.
| Feature | Apostille RECOMMENDED | Embassy Attestation |
|---|---|---|
| Valid Countries | 105+ Hague Convention countries | Non-Hague countries (UAE, Saudi, Qatar etc.) |
| Total Steps | 2–3 Steps only | 4–5 Steps required |
| Processing Time | 3–5 working days | 7–15 working days |
| Embassy Visit | Not required — direct MEA | Mandatory embassy visit |
| MOFA / Consulate | Not needed | Required for UAE, Qatar |
| Cost | Comparatively Lower | Higher (more steps) |
| Valid in Europe / USA | ✓ Yes — fully valid | ✕ Not accepted |
| Valid in UAE / Kuwait | ✕ Not valid | ✓ Yes — use attestation |
Documents We Apostille
Educational, personal and commercial — we process all types of documents for international use.
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Common Questions
Simple rule: If you're going to Europe, USA, Australia, or Canada — you need an Apostille. If your destination is UAE, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, or Bahrain — you need Embassy Attestation. Still unsure? Call us and we'll clarify in 2 minutes.
The Apostille stamp is issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), New Delhi and its designated regional offices. As MEA-authorized agents, we handle everything — you don't need to visit any office. We offer doorstep pickup and delivery.
First, state HRD authentication is required, followed by the MEA Apostille stamp. In some states, university verification may suffice. The exact process depends on your state and university — we'll guide you through the right steps.
The Apostille stamp itself is permanent and has no expiry date. However, some countries or institutions may require documents issued within a specific timeframe (e.g., within 6 months or 1 year) depending on the purpose.
Timelines vary by document type: PCC and commercial documents take 2–3 working days, while educational documents take 5–8 days (including HRD time). Express processing is also available at an additional charge.
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