Certificate Attestation Services in India
Certificate attestation gets an Indian certificate recognised abroad. The route depends on the document and the destination, and SiZA runs the correct one end to end, from pickup to the apostille or embassy stamp to tracked return.
Certificate attestation in India on degree, birth, marriage, PCC and commercial documents for any destination, whether the country accepts apostille or needs embassy attestation. We run the correct route end to end.
Before you send originals
We review the file first on WhatsApp
Destination country and where the document will be submitted
Document type, the purpose, and the deadline
Which prior step applies: HRD, SDM, Home, Chamber, translation, or none
Whether the original must travel, or a colour printout will be accepted
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Certificate Attestation in India, by Document and Destination
Certificate attestation is the umbrella term for legalising an Indian-issued certificate for use in another country. There is no single stamp: the right path depends first on the document type and then on whether the destination is a Hague Convention country.
Educational certificates (degree, marksheets, diploma) go through State HRD attestation. Personal certificates (birth, marriage, single status, PCC) go through the SDM or the Home Department. Commercial documents (invoice, MOA, AOA, board resolution) go through the Chamber of Commerce. After this prior step, the MEA in Delhi adds the apostille for Hague countries, or its attestation before the destination embassy and MOFA for non-Hague countries like the UAE, Qatar and Kuwait.
SiZA confirms the exact sequence on a WhatsApp scan review before any original moves, runs every step on your behalf, and returns the original through a tracked courier you choose.
The attestation route by document type
The most common mistake is the wrong prior step. The route is fixed by what the document is.
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Educational documents go through State HRD
Degree, marksheets, diploma and transcripts go through the HRD of the state where the university is registered, then MEA. SDM is the wrong path for educational documents going to Italy, Poland, Saudi (educational) or Qatar.
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Personal documents go through SDM or Home Department
Birth, marriage, single status and PCC go through the SDM or the state Home Department, then MEA. A passport-office PCC goes straight to MEA.
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Commercial documents go through the Chamber of Commerce
Invoices, MOA, AOA and board resolutions go through the Chamber of Commerce first, then MEA. A Chamber stamp on a personal document is a red flag abroad.
Apostille or embassy attestation, decided by destination
After MEA, the final step depends on the destination country.
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Hague Convention countries get an apostille
The US, UK, Canada (since 2024), Australia, the EU, Saudi Arabia (since 2022), Bahrain and Oman accept the single MEA apostille, with no embassy step.
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Non-Hague countries need embassy attestation plus MOFA
The UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Libya need the destination embassy stamp after MEA, then a MOFA leg (in India for the UAE, in Doha for Qatar, in Kuwait City for Kuwait).
Why SiZA
The Correct Route Per Document
Educational through State HRD, personal through SDM or Home, commercial through the Chamber of Commerce. We confirm the right prior step before any original moves, because the wrong one is the most common cause of rejection abroad.
Apostille Or Embassy, By Destination
Hague countries take the single MEA apostille; non-Hague countries like the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Libya need the embassy stamp plus a MOFA leg. We decide the final step by your destination, not a one-size template.
State-Specific HRD, Named Honestly
We handle State HRD in the document's issuing state and name the personal-appearance states (Rajasthan, J&K, Himachal, Meghalaya, most of Uttarakhand) upfront, because no agent can appear for you there.
eSanad-Verifiable Apostille
Every apostilled file carries a unique MEA apostille number you can verify yourself on esanad.nic.in. We share the sticker scan before dispatch.
How we handle your file
WhatsApp the scan, document type and destination
Send a clear scan with the document type and destination country. We confirm the exact route, timeline and cost. The review is free.
Pickup of the original
Our pickup partner collects the original from any Indian city, or from your family if you are abroad, with a written acknowledgement and a customer-plus-document ID.
The correct prior step
State HRD for educational documents, SDM or Home Department for personal documents, Chamber of Commerce for commercial documents.
MEA apostille or attestation
The MEA in Delhi adds the apostille for Hague countries, or its attestation before the destination embassy and MOFA for non-Hague countries.
Tracked return
The attested original is packed and returned through your chosen courier, with the AWB shared on WhatsApp and the case closed only after you confirm delivery.
The full 12-step custody pipeline behind every SiZA file
Customer ID at intake, printed checklist on the document, photographed handovers, named couriers, payment after the work is done.
Documents we handle
Not sure which documents you need? Share the country, purpose, and scan so SiZA can review the requirement.
Educational Documents
- Degree Certificate
- Marksheets and Grade Cards
- Transcript
- Diploma Certificate
- Migration Certificate
- School Leaving Certificate
Personal Documents
- Birth Certificate
- Marriage Certificate
- Single Status Certificate
- Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
- Affidavit
- Divorce Decree
Commercial Documents
- Commercial Invoice
- Memorandum and Articles of Association
- Board Resolution
- Certificate of Origin
- Power of Attorney (company)
Client testimonials
“I needed both MEA apostille and Italian translation for my degree, marksheets, and birth certificate. SiZA handled the full package , apostille and empanelled Italian translation together. Everything was accepted by the Italian embassy without any queries.”
Priya Sharma
Student, Italy study visa
Bengaluru, India
“Canada PR requires degree apostille, marriage certificate apostille, and sometimes translation. SiZA handled all my documents , degree, marriage certificate, PCC , in a coordinated workflow. Doorstep pickup in Noida and courier back. No need to run around government offices.”
Deepak Verma
IT professional, Canada immigration
Noida, India
“Degree HRD from Maharashtra, then MEA apostille, then Qatar embassy attestation , a long process. SiZA tracked every step and gave me realistic timelines for Maharashtra HRD before starting. All documents delivered before my Qatar joining date. I had no idea the process was this manageable with the right support.”
Arjun Mehta
Civil engineer, Qatar employment visa
Nagpur, India
“My UK university needed apostilled degree and marksheets. SiZA picked up documents from Chandigarh through their courier pickup process. Everything came back apostilled and on time. They also reviewed my checklist and confirmed I didn't need Punjab HRD for this particular submission , saved me extra time.”
Nisha Kaur
Student, UK university admission
Chandigarh, India
“Czech Blue Card required apostilled degree, work experience letters, and a certified Czech translation of my degree. SiZA arranged the Maharashtra HRD first , which they told me upfront is required for degrees from Pune University , then MEA apostille, then the Czech translation. The Czech embassy accepted everything first attempt.”
Kiran Bhatt
Software engineer, Czech Blue Card
Pune, India
“AHPRA skills assessment required apostilled pharmacy degree and internship certificate. I was confused about whether Tamil Nadu HRD attestation was needed first. SiZA clarified it clearly , TN HRD is required before MEA for degree apostille. They handled both steps. My documents reached AHPRA exactly as required.”
Sunita Krishnan
Pharmacist, Australia skills assessment
Coimbatore, India
How This Service Starts
Every file starts with review, not guesswork. Share the scan, destination country, purpose, and deadline first so SiZA can confirm the required process before originals move.
What to send first
Review the requirement
Share the document scan, destination country, purpose, deadline, and where the original document is currently kept.
Confirm the right process
SiZA checks whether the file needs apostille, embassy attestation, HRD/Home, Chamber, translation, visa documentation, or a combined process.
Handle and update
Once the scope is clear, the file moves through the required steps with practical updates by WhatsApp or email.
Proof and return
After completion, SiZA shares completion proof, confirms payment and courier preference, then packs and dispatches the document safely.
Share scan
Process confirmed
Originals received if required
Completion proof
Payment and return
Original document safety
Trust, Custody And Safety
These documents are not ordinary papers. They may be your degree, birth certificate, marriage certificate, passport file, company resolution, or export paperwork. SiZA treats that responsibility seriously.
Original-Document Care
Original personal and company documents are handled with careful custody, privacy, and controlled handoff.
Clear Updates
Customers receive updates through WhatsApp or email as the file moves through review, submission, completion, and dispatch.
Completion Proof
When work is completed, SiZA can share photos or videos so the customer can verify the result before return dispatch.
Safe Return
Return delivery is packed carefully and sent through trusted courier options after address and courier preference are confirmed.
No Shortcut Claims
SiZA does not promise fake shortcuts, bypass personal appearance rules, or help with forged or non-genuine documents.
Frequently asked questions
I am worried about handing originals to an agent. What happens if my certificate is lost?
This is a fair concern. Document-loss complaints are one of the most common reasons people hesitate before sending originals. SiZA Global has handled 100,000+ documents for 20,000+ customers without a single misplaced or mishandled file. Two practical safeguards before you send originals to any provider: insist on a written acknowledgement on receipt (we issue this with the document type, condition, and receiving location), and insist on a tracked return courier with a written consignment number (we use established courier services and share the AWB number). Avoid providers who collect originals in cash without paperwork, take documents to their personal address, or refuse to share the MEA apostille number after completion.
What documents need attestation for Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia document requirements depend on the visa type, job category, document type, and employer instruction. Educational documents usually need State HRD before MEA apostille or a Saudi qualification verification process. Personal documents may need SDM plus MEA apostille, and certified Arabic translation is often needed for personal documents. Work visa files may also involve GAMCA, Wakala, QVP, Mosaddaqa, Saudi Culture Attestation, or SVP depending on the case.
Can I submit documents myself or do you provide pickup?
We provide doorstep document pickup and delivery across all major cities and towns in India. You do not need to visit any government office. We handle the complete process: collection, processing, attestation/apostille, and return delivery. You can also drop documents at our office if preferred. Contact us via WhatsApp to arrange a convenient pickup.
Are my original documents safe with SiZA Global?
Yes. Document safety is one of SiZA Global's highest priorities. Original documents are handled with careful custody, acknowledgement on receipt, WhatsApp or email updates, completion proof where appropriate, careful packing, and tracked return delivery. The team treats original personal and company documents as sensitive documents, not ordinary courier papers.
Does SiZA Global provide recruitment or job placement services?
No. SiZA Global Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is strictly a documentation and facilitation service provider. We do not offer recruitment, job placement, manpower supply, candidate sourcing, or overseas employment services of any kind. If anyone contacts you claiming to offer jobs on behalf of SiZA Global, this is a scam. Please report it to us immediately and to the relevant authorities. See our Anti-Scam Notice page for more information.
Do you serve clients across all of India?
Yes. SiZA Global provides document pickup, processing, and delivery services across all of India, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Kochi, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Lucknow, and hundreds of smaller cities and towns. No matter where you are in India, we can arrange secure document pickup and delivery.
What is an apostille, and when do I actually need one?
An apostille is a single computer-printed sticker the Ministry of External Affairs in Delhi affixes on the back of your original Indian document. It carries a unique apostille number, ten bilingual fields in English and French, and a date of issue. That sticker is the legalisation 120-plus Hague Convention countries accept on an India-issued document. You need an apostille when you are submitting an Indian degree, birth certificate, marriage certificate, PCC, single status certificate, power of attorney, or commercial document to a Hague-member destination: Italy, Germany, France, Spain, the Netherlands, Czech Republic, Poland, the UK, the US, Canada, Australia, Saudi Arabia (since December 2022), mainland China (since November 2023), and many others. For non-Hague destinations like the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Libya, the route is different and uses embassy or consulate attestation instead.
How long does apostille take in India?
MEA apostille itself can often be completed in 2 to 3 working days after the document is ready for MEA submission. If the file first needs HRD, Home Department, SDM, Chamber of Commerce, university verification, courier movement, or correction, the total timeline becomes longer. SiZA reviews your document first and then commits a practical schedule.
Which countries accept MEA apostille from India?
Hague Apostille Convention countries accept apostille for public documents from other contracting parties. Common destination countries include Italy, Czech Republic, Germany, France, Spain, Netherlands, USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, and many others. Some Gulf countries are also Hague members, so do not rely on a generic GCC rule. SiZA checks the current country requirement before advising apostille or embassy attestation.
Which documents can be apostilled in India?
The MEA can apostille educational, personal, and commercial documents when the destination country or receiving authority requires apostille. Educational documents include degree certificates, marksheets, transcripts, diplomas, and provisional certificates. Personal documents include birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce certificates, death certificates, PCC, single status certificates, and affidavits. Commercial documents include power of attorney, board resolutions, company certificates, and export documents. The prior attestation may be HRD, Home Department, SDM, or Chamber of Commerce depending on document type and destination.
Do I need HRD attestation before MEA apostille for my degree?
It depends on the destination country, document type, and receiving authority. Some educational documents require State HRD before MEA apostille, especially where the receiving authority insists on state-level verification. Other cases may use SDM before MEA. SiZA reviews the destination and purpose first so the document is not sent through the wrong process.
How much does apostille cost in India?
There is no single number that would be honest for every case. Apostille cost in India depends on the document type, the issuing state (each State HRD has its own fee), the destination country, urgency, courier, and whether certified translation is involved. The MEA government fee itself is nominal; the rest of the quote covers prior attestation (SDM or State HRD), courier movement, translation if needed, and SiZA service. We send a written quote separating official government fees from our service charge after a free document scan review on WhatsApp +91-9220161774. See the Apostille Cost in India guide at /apostille-cost-india for the eight cost factors explained.
I am applying for a study visa to Italy. Do all my documents need apostille?
For an Italian student visa, you typically need apostille on your degree certificate, marksheets/transcripts, birth certificate, and sometimes your PCC. All apostilled educational documents must also be certified-translated into Italian by a qualified translator. SiZA Global provides an end-to-end service: apostille plus certified Italian translation, so you receive a complete, embassy-ready document package.
My certificate is laminated. Can it still be apostilled?
A laminated certificate is one of the most common reasons MEA refuses to apostille a document. The lamination blocks the stamp, the sticker, and any prior attestation marks. Do not try to peel the lamination yourself, since paper damage and ink loss are likely. The practical fix is to obtain a fresh original from the issuing university, board, or municipal office before starting the apostille steps. If a fresh original is not possible, share a scan on WhatsApp; in some states a certified true copy from the issuing authority can be used in place of the laminated original, depending on document type.
My passport name and certificate name do not match. Can I still get apostille?
MEA itself does not adjudicate name mismatches, but the receiving authority abroad will. A small variation like initials-expanded vs initials-only, father name on certificate but not on passport, or maiden-name vs married-name is the single most common cause of rejection after the apostille is done. The accepted fix is a One-and-Same Certificate from a competent Tehsildar (preferred for Italy DoV files) or, in some cases, a notarised affidavit. A plain affidavit alone is often not enough; the New Delhi Italian Embassy DoV page explicitly mentions this. Send your passport scan along with the certificate scan on WhatsApp so the right correction route can be advised before originals move.
My certificate has a spelling mistake. Should I get it corrected before apostille?
Yes, almost always. Apostille only verifies the signature and seal on the document. It does not correct or override what is printed. If the spelling, date, father name, or any other field is wrong on the source document, the apostilled document will carry the same error and may be rejected by the visa, university, or licensing authority abroad. The correction must be done at the issuing authority first: university registrar for educational documents, municipal corporation for civil records, or the relevant board for school certificates. SiZA reviews the scan first and flags such issues before the file moves into the authentication steps.
Important Notice: SiZA Global Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is a professional documentation and facilitation service provider. We are not a government department. We do not offer recruitment, job placement, manpower supply, or overseas employment services.
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