No. Apostille applies to notarized copies only. Service helps arrange notarization.
Passport Apostille Service
Passport Apostille Service — Legalize Your Notarized Passport Copy for Use Abroad
Our service provides notarized passport copy apostille, MEA-compliant processing, secure handling, and expedited options for immigration, PR, employment and student visas.
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What is a passport apostille and why does it matter?
A passport apostille certifies a notarized passport copy so foreign authorities accept it. Original passports are not apostilled — only notarized copies are legalized.
✔ Confirms the authenticity of the notarized copy.
✔ Required for immigration, PR, overseas employment and university enrolment.
✔ Distinguishes apostille (Hague countries) from embassy/legalization (non-Hague).
Who needs a passport apostille?
Applicants for visas, PR, overseas jobs, students, dependents, employers, and legal professionals who must present authenticated passport copies abroad.
✔ Immigration & PR applicants (Canada, UK, Australia)
✔ Overseas employers & HR teams for background checks
✔ Students & universities requiring legal ID proof
✔ Spouse / dependent visa applicants
✔ Notaries, lawyers, and relocation agents
What Is Apostille Stamp & details included ?
An apostille is a sticker stamp of square shape, a printed form consisting of 11 standard fields. On the top is the text APOSTILLE, under which the text Convention de La Haye du 5 October 1961 (English: Hague Convention of 5 October 1961) is placed. The fields contain the following important information, and the Apostille certificate will be placed on the back side of the document itself.
Country: INDIA
- This public document of the Type: Registration Certificate
- Has been signed by: Name of the officer recognised by the MEA
- With the Seal/Stamp of: Acting in the capacity of
- Certified by: Acting in the capacity of
- On: Date of Apostille
- At: Location of Apostille
- Reference No: 4 Alpha and 10 Numeric numbers
- Is issued to: Name of the Document Holder
- Seal/stamp: of the authority giving the Apostille
- Signature: Signature of authority giving the Apostille
Hague Conference (HCCH) – Apostille Convention Member Countries
The Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH) provides the official list of countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. Apostilled documents are legally recognized only in these member countries:
👉 HCCH – Apostille Convention Member Countries & Status
How the passport apostille process works (step-by-step)
The service handles notarization (if needed), MEA submission, and secure return with tracking — end-to-end.
Numbered process:
- Upload & pre-check: Client uploads passport copy and destination info.
- Notarization: Arrange local notary or accept client’s notarized copy.
- MEA submission: Notarized copy submitted to MEA for apostille.
- Quality check: Verify apostille affixation, stamps and signatures.
Major processing hubs support legalization in Delhi, Chennai apostille services and the Hyderabad attestation center for faster routing.
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) – Apostille Information
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India, is the sole authority responsible for issuing Apostilles in India. Official guidelines, eligibility, and procedures are published on the MEA website:
👉 Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) – Apostille Information
Sample
Country-specific requirements — apostille or embassy legalization?
Hague Convention countries accept apostilled notarized copies. Non-Hague countries require embassy/legalization after MEA.
| Country / Region | Apostille on Passport Copy? | Embassy Legalization Required? | Notes |
| USA | ✔ | No | USCIS accepts apostilled notarized copies; translation if not English. |
| UK | ✔ | No | Apostille original notarized copy; attach certified translation when needed.
Documents become valid for use in the UK once apostilled. |
| Canada | ✔ | No | Apostille accepted for IRCC; translator affidavit may be required if translator not provincially accredited. |
| Australia | ✔ | No | Apostille accepted; NAATI translations preferred within Australia.
Migration files for Australian visa filing typically require apostilled ID proof. |
| UAE / Saudi / Qatar | ✘ | ✔ | Non-Hague: MEA + Embassy + destination MOFA required. |
| China | ✘ | ✔ | Consular legalization required; apostille not accepted. |
| New Zealand | ✔ | No | Apostille accepted; follow local translator guidance. |
Note: The team verifies destination rules before submission to avoid rejections.
STS Apostille & Attestation Pricing (Personal + Educational Documents)
Applicable for: Birth/Marriage/PCC/Affidavit + Degree/Diploma/Marksheet/Transcript, etc.
| Service Type | Processing Time | Price (Per Document) | Includes |
| Standard | 5– 6 Working Days | ₹1,650 | Notary + SDM + MEA |
| Express / Urgent | 2 – 3 Working Days | ₹2,200 | Notary + SDM + MEA |
| MEA Only* | 1 – 2 Working Days | ₹1,000 | MEA Apostille only (direct submission) |
Additional Charges
Final pricing may increase if your document requires any extra authentication steps such as SDM / HRD / Home Department / Chamber of Commerce verification. Charges depend on the issuing state, document category, and destination country requirements.
Pricing Notes
• Final cost may vary based on document type, issuing state, notarization or verification requirements.
• Express pricing applies to eligible documents only.
• MEA-only service applies where no prior state or departmental authentication is required.
• All prices are inclusive of MEA apostille fees unless stated otherwise.
Who needs a passport apostille?
Applicants for visas, PR, overseas jobs, students, dependents,
employers, and legal professionals who must present authenticated
passport copies abroad.
✔ Immigration & PR applicants (Canada, UK, Australia)
✔ Overseas employers & HR teams for background checks
✔ Students & universities requiring legal ID proof
✔ Spouse / dependent visa applicants
✔ Notaries, lawyers, and relocation agents
Many applicants also require police clearance certificate apostille, driving license apostille or supporting birth certificate legalization for complete visa documentation.
What documents are required for passport apostille?
A notarized passport copy, applicant passport copy, identity proof and authorization if a representative applies.
✔ Notarized passport copy (on professional letterhead if required)
✔ Passport ID page copy (first & last page)
✔ Government ID (Aadhaar/Driver’s licence)
✔ Authorization/POA (if using an agent)
✔ Destination country instructions (translation or additional documents)
Common problems & Problem-Solver Hub
The team resolves notarization errors, rejected apostilles, urgent deadlines and embassy-specific compliance issues.
| Toggle | Answer / Solution |
|---|---|
| Can original passport be apostilled? | No. Originals are never apostilled. Provide a notarized copy. The service arranges notarization if required. |
| Passport apostille rejected — what to do? | Diagnose the rejection, correct notarization or format, and re-submit. Priority re-submission is available for urgent cases. |
| Wrong notarization format | Re-notarize on the approved format. The team provides notary templates accepted by MEA and embassies. |
| Passport copy apostille without notary | Notarization is mandatory for apostille. The service schedules immediate notarization and fast tracks MEA submission. |
| Urgent visa deadline | Escalated priority processing, expedited MEA submission, and courier priority to meet deadlines where possible. |
| Passport apostille vs attestation (which do I need?) | Hague countries accept apostilles; non-Hague countries (UAE, Saudi, China) require MEA + Embassy/legalization. The team verifies country rules and follows the correct path. |
Trust signals, testimonials & accreditations
Verified client reviews, MEA-aligned procedures, lawyer-reviewed checklists and sample apostille images build credibility. (17 words)
✔ 4.9★ average rating from verified clients.
✔ 10,000+ documents processed annually.
✔ Partnerships: Insured courier & vetted notaries.
✔ Testimonials:
- “Fast, secure and on time — saved our visa.” — R. Singh, Delhi.
- “Handled notarization and apostille without stress.” — M. Iyer, Mumbai.
- “Priority lane delivered in 3 days.” — S. Roy, Bangalore.
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Case studies — problem → approach → solution
Case Study 1 — Urgent Spouse Visa (UK)
Problem: Applicant needed an apostilled passport copy within 7 days. Notarization had not been completed and the visa deadline was strict.
Approach: Same-day notarization arranged with a vetted notary. Priority MEA lane booked. Document tracked continuously and couriered with photo proof.
Solution: Apostilled notarized copy delivered in 3 business days. Visa package submitted on time.
Proof: Blurred delivery receipt and timeline shared with client.
Case Study 2 — Employer Background Check (USA)
Problem: An overseas employer required an apostilled passport copy and certified translation within the hiring window. The candidate’s copy lacked notary and translation.
Approach: Simultaneous notary appointment and certified translation engagement. MEA submission with tracking and return via insured express courier.
Solution: Complete package delivered in 5 business days; employer cleared background verification.
Outcome: Job offer confirmed.
Case Study 3 — Student Visa (Canada) — Rescue from Rejection
Problem: University rejected the application because the submitted passport copy was not notarized and the applicant faced enrolment deadline.
Approach: Re-notarize the copy, prepare translator affidavit, submit for apostille, and prioritize shipment. Team coordinated with student services to confirm acceptance timeframe.
Solution: Apostilled, notarized copy received in 4 business days. University resumed processing; student enrolled.
How Does the Service Ensure Legal Compliance and Acceptance?
The service follows MEA-approved procedures, verifies issuing authorities, and applies country-specific legal checks to minimize rejection risk.
✔ Government-authorized submissions to the designated apostille office
✔ Legal review for country-specific acceptance rules (Hague vs non-Hague)
✔ Chain-of-custody logging with photographic proof at every handover
Safety & handling of originals and copies
Notarized copies and originals are handled with insured pickup, chain-of-custody logs, and strict access control. (17 words)
✔ Insured doorstep pickup & return.
✔ Photo & timestamp at pickup/delivery.
✔ Chain-of-custody logs for every handover.
✔ Secure, limited-access storage.
Transparent apostille fees and charges are shared before processing begins.
Pan-India coverage
Passport apostille with notarization and MEA processing is available across major Indian cities, with secure pickup and local coordination.
| North | West | South | East | Central |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi, Gurugram, Chandigarh | Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad | Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Coimbatore | Kolkata, Bhubaneswar | Indore, Bhopal |
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STS Apostille & Attestation Service
Head office Address: 29-C, KC Block, Ashok Vihar Phase-1, New Delhi – 110052, India
📞 Phone / WhatsApp: 9910602390 | 8178082008
📧 Email: info@meaapostilleindia.com / sts.enterprises3610@gmail.com
🌐 Website: https://meaapostilleindia.com
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Service Area: Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Pune, Jaipur, Lucknow, and other major cities across India.
Nitin Kumar – Content Writer | Apostille & Attestation Specialist
Nitin Kumar is a Content Writer at STS Apostille & Attestation Service, specializing in creating clear, informative, and user-focused content related to apostille, embassy attestation, and document legalization services.
He focuses on simplifying complex government, MEA, and consular procedures so clients can clearly understand documentation requirements, processing timelines, and compliance steps with confidence. His writing bridges the gap between official regulations and practical guidance, ensuring individuals and businesses are well-prepared for international documentation needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: Can an original passport be apostilled?
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Q: How long does passport apostille take?Typically 2–5 business days depending on notarization and destination rules.
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Q: What documents are needed?Notarized passport copy, passport ID page copy, government ID, authorization (if using agent).
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Q: What if my apostille is rejected?The team diagnoses issues and arranges corrective steps and prioritized re-submission.
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Q: Do translations need notarization?Translation rules are country-specific; assume certified translation on professional letterhead is required.
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Q: Can I track my apostille status?Yes — real-time tracking via SMS, email and your case manager.
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