Destination: Italy
Apostille for Italy
Italy is a party to the Hague Apostille Convention. Indian public documents used in Italy are legalised with an MEA apostille, with no embassy attestation needed.
Italy at a glance
- Hague member
- Yes
- Route
- Apostille
- Stages
- 3 stages
Process
Apostille process for Italy
- 1
State authentication
The issuing state's Home/GAD department, Education department or a Chamber of Commerce authenticates the document.
- 2
MEA apostille
The Ministry of External Affairs affixes the apostille. No embassy stamp is needed.
- 3
Translation (if required)
Italian offices usually need an Italian translation. Depending on the office, it may need to be certified or sworn (asseverata) in Italy, or certified by the Italian consulate.
Good to know
- Birth and marriage certificates for Italian municipalities (comuni) and residence permits are commonly apostilled and then translated into Italian.
- For study or work, Italian universities may ask for a Declaration of Value or a CIMEA comparability statement as well as the apostilled degree.
- For family reunification visas, check the documents list of the Italian consulate handling your application.
Frequently asked questions
Does Italy accept the Indian apostille?
Yes. Italy and India are both parties to the Apostille Convention, so the MEA apostille is accepted and no Italian Embassy attestation is needed.
Should the translation be apostilled too?
Usually the original document is apostilled and then translated. Some Italian offices want the translation certified in a particular way, so we confirm the order before starting.
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