Destination: United Kingdom
Apostille for United Kingdom
The United Kingdom is a party to the Apostille Convention. Indian public documents for UK authorities are legalised with an MEA apostille.
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United Kingdom at a glance
- Hague member
- Yes
- Route
- Apostille
- Stages
- 2 stages
Process
Apostille process for United Kingdom
- 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.
Good to know
- UK visa applications usually accept original documents with a certified translation and do not need an apostille. Apostille is mostly used for legal, property, marriage and company matters.
Frequently asked questions
Does the UK need embassy attestation?
No. The UK accepts the apostille.
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