An MEA apostille makes your Indian Marriage Registration Certificate valid in Hague Convention countries.
VerifiedApostille helps couples in India and NRIs abroad complete the process quickly and securely.
Sticker vs e-Apostille (QR)
- Sticker Apostille (physical): MEA sticker on your certificate — commonly preferred by civil offices/visa centers.
- e-Apostille (QR): Digital apostille with QR verification — faster and shareable when the recipient accepts copies.
For non-Hague destinations, we extend the chain to Embassy/Consulate attestation after MEA.
See: Hague vs Non-Hague explainer .
Fee Structure
- VerifiedApostille SDM bundle — ₹2,000 per document
Includes Notary + SDM (Delhi) + MEA apostille + premium pickup/return with WhatsApp/email updates. - If your destination insists on State Home Department, or if translation/affidavits are required, we’ll quote the difference before you proceed.
- Multi-document discount: 5–10% auto-applied.
A marriage certificate is a personal document .
Depending on your state/recipient rules, MEA may require SDM or State Home Department first.
Documents Required
- Marriage Registration Certificate (scan or original as advised)
- Issued by Registrar/Sub-Registrar/SDM (civil registration)
- Religious/ceremony certificates alone are not sufficient
- Passports of both spouses (first/last pages)
- Authorization + ID of submitting family member (if the couple is abroad)
- Affidavit/Gazette for name updates (if applicable)
- Certified translation (if not in English/Hindi and required by recipient)
Step-by-Step Process
- Eligibility check — share a scan; we confirm Sticker vs e-Apostille and original vs copy per the recipient’s checklist.
- Pickup/courier & verification — we pre-check names/dates and fix gaps to avoid rejections.
- Notary (if needed) → SDM (Delhi) or State Home Dept (as required)
- MEA Apostille — Sticker or e-Apostille (QR)
- Digital confirmation — scan/e-Apostille PDF + verification link
- Secure return — tracked, insured delivery (India & worldwide)
Timelines
Most marriage-certificate apostilles complete in ~2–3 working days once in process.
State-route demands, reprints, or translations can add time — we provide your firm ETA upfront.
Original vs Copy
- Spouse/dependent visa cases often require the original with Sticker.
- If e-Apostille is accepted, a notarized copy can be faster and keeps the original free for other uses.
- Always follow the recipient’s written requirement.
Delivery & Tracking
- Doorstep pickup in India and worldwide courier delivery
- Real-time WhatsApp/email updates
- Tamper-proof packaging + tracking ID on dispatch
How to Start
- Send a scan of the Marriage Registration Certificate + the recipient’s checklist.
- Receive your route, all-inclusive price, and ETA.
- Schedule pickup/courier, track progress, and get your apostilled certificate — securely delivered worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to send the original marriage certificate?
Often yes for Sticker apostille. If your recipient accepts, e-Apostille (QR) on a notarized copy may be enough—we confirm after an eligibility check.
Are religious/ceremony certificates (church/temple/Arya Samaj) enough?
No. MEA issues apostille on the civil Marriage Registration Certificate from the Registrar/Sub-Registrar/SDM. Ceremony certificates can be attached as supporting documents.
Name change after marriage—will that be a problem?
Not usually. If there’s a spelling change or surname adoption, we may add an affidavit or Gazette copy. We’ll advise the simplest compliant path.
Court marriage or inter-state marriage—any difference?
Both are fine as long as you have the civil registration certificate. Inter-state documents may need translation if issued in a regional language.
How long does it take?
Most certificates finish in ~2–3 working days once in process. If State Home Dept is required (instead of SDM) or a reprint/translation is needed, timelines can extend. We share a firm ETA upfront.
Can a family member apply while we are abroad?
Yes. A parent/relative can submit with a short authorization letter and ID copies. We share the exact template.
Can you deliver abroad?
Yes — we ship worldwide via DHL, Blue Dart, or other standard couriers with tracking and insurance.
