An affidavit apostille makes your Indian affidavit, declaration, or Power of Attorney (POA) valid for use in Hague Convention countries. Unlike a birth or degree certificate, an affidavit doesn’t already exist — it has to be drafted, executed on the correct stamp paper, and notarized before it can go anywhere near MEA. VerifiedApostille guides you through that execution step, not just the apostille itself.
Regular Apostille vs e-Apostille (QR)
Both apostille types are physically stamped on your affidavit — the e-Apostille (QR) additionally includes a QR code and unique ID you can verify online. See: How e-Apostille (QR) and e-Sanad verification work.
What Counts as an Affidavit Here
- Power of Attorney (POA) — property, banking, visa/immigration, or general-purpose
- Name / date-of-birth correction affidavits — to reconcile mismatched records
- Relationship affidavits — supporting a Family Relationship Certificate or dependent visa
- General declarations — single-status, address, or other statement-of-fact affidavits
Share your draft or the recipient’s required format — we’ll confirm whether it needs a fresh affidavit, an existing one re-executed, or a different document type entirely.
Fee Structure
- Affidavit — SDM-MEA Apostille + Pickup & Return (India) — ₹2,000
Includes Affidavit drafting support + SDM (Delhi) attestation + MEA apostille + doorstep pickup & return delivery (India). - Affidavit — SDM-MEA Apostille + Pickup & Return, International (USD) — $30
Includes MEA apostille handling fee only. Affidavit drafting support, SDM (Delhi) attestation, and delivery are quoted separately for international orders. - Affidavit — SDM-MEA Apostille, Return Only (India) — ₹1,750
Includes Affidavit drafting support + SDM (Delhi) attestation + MEA apostille + return courier only (India). No pickup — you courier the document to us; we handle the return leg. - MEA-only (already notarized/SDM-attested) — ₹450
Includes MEA apostille fee only — no pickup or return delivery. For documents already notarized/SDM-attested and MEA-ready.
| Route / Add-on | What’s included | India | International (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full bundle | Affidavit drafting support + SDM (Delhi) attestation + MEA apostille + doorstep pickup & return delivery (India) | ₹2,000 / document | $30 — MEA apostille handling fee only. Affidavit drafting support, SDM (Delhi) attestation, and delivery are quoted separately for international orders. |
| Return only | Affidavit drafting support + SDM (Delhi) attestation + MEA apostille + return courier only (India) | ₹1,750 / document | Quoted separately |
| MEA-only | MEA apostille fee only — no pickup or return delivery | ₹450 / document | Quoted separately |
| Drafting help / corrections | Only if needed | Quoted after review | Quoted after review |
Documents Required
- Draft affidavit/POA (yours, or the recipient’s required format — we can help finalize wording)
- Stamp paper or franking of the correct value for your State (we confirm this before you execute)
- Passport / government ID of the executant (and witnesses, if required)
- Supporting proof for the underlying fact (e.g., old and new documents for a name-correction affidavit)
Step-by-Step Process
- Share your draft — we review wording, stamp paper/franking value, and execution requirements before you sign.
- Execute before Notary — sign in the Notary’s presence, with witnesses if your State or document type requires them.
- SDM (Delhi) attestation of the notarized affidavit.
- MEA Apostille — Regular Apostille or e-Apostille (QR).
- Digital confirmation — scan/e-Apostille PDF + verification link.
- Secure return — tracked, insured courier of the original.
Timelines
Most affidavit apostilles complete in 2–3 working days once the document is correctly executed and in process. Complex POA cases — multiple executants, cross-border witnessing, or embassy execution abroad — can take longer; we confirm a realistic ETA once we see your specific case.
Original vs Copy
Affidavits are typically apostilled on the original, since the executed stamp paper itself is the legal document — there’s no separate “original vs copy” choice the way there is for a pre-existing certificate. Where e-Apostille (QR) is accepted, we still process the original; the QR just adds the online verification option. See: Original vs Copy — Which is Right for Your Apostille.
Delivery & Tracking
Because affidavits often gate a time-sensitive transaction — a property closing, a visa filing, a bank formality — we treat the return leg as priority: tamper-proof packaging, a tracking ID the moment it ships, and WhatsApp/email updates at drafting review, notarization, SDM, and MEA stages so you always know where things stand.
How to Start
Send us your draft affidavit or POA — or just tell us what it needs to accomplish and we’ll help draft it. We’ll confirm the correct stamp paper value, execution requirements, an all-inclusive price, and a realistic ETA before you sign anything. Once executed, we handle Notary, SDM, and MEA, and courier the apostilled original back to you anywhere in the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which affidavits can be apostilled?
Common types include POA for property/visa, name change, relationship, and general declarations. Share a scan and we’ll confirm eligibility and the correct attestation route.
Do I need stamp paper and Notary before apostille?
Yes—affidavits must be executed correctly (proper stamp paper or franking value for your State) and notarized. We’ll guide you on the correct value and arrange SDM/State attestation if required.
Are scans enough or do I need originals?
For e-Apostille (QR), scans may be acceptable in many cases. For the Regular Apostille, originals are typically needed. We confirm after eligibility review.
Can a POA signed in India be used abroad after apostille?
Yes—apostille certifies the Notary/SDM authentication for use in Hague-member countries. Some consulates still prefer the Regular Apostille over e-Apostille (QR); we’ll advise.
Who should sign and where?
The executant signs in the physical presence of the Notary (and witnesses, if your State or document type requires them). If you're abroad, some destinations let you execute before an Indian consulate instead — we'll confirm which applies to you before you sign anything.
How long does affidavit apostille take?
Often 2–3 working days after acceptance; complex POA cases may vary. We’ll quote a real ETA before payment.
How do I receive the documents?
You’ll receive a scan or e-Apostille PDF + verification link and tracked courier delivery for originals.
What if I'm abroad and can't visit a Notary in India?
Many countries let you execute a Power of Attorney or affidavit before the local Indian Embassy/Consulate instead, which stands in for the Indian Notary step. We'll confirm your country's process and what to bring to the appointment.
