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Apostille services in Lucknow is an essential requirement for legalizing documents issued in Lucknow or anywhere else in India to use in a foreign country. The ministry of external affairs India located in Delhi is the sole authority eligible to issue an apostille stamp on any Indian document. With the help of an authorized apostille service provider in Lucknow, you can get your document apostille in Lucknow without travelling any of the government offices. 

In this article, we will explain in detail about the process of getting an apostille on documents in Lucknow, time line, cost, and requirement.

4 Simple steps to get MEA Apostille on your Documents 

  1. Register on Apostille Portal 
  2. Collect all  Documents you want to Apostille 
  3. Submit the Original / Photocopies of documents
  4. Receive Documents with Apostille Directly to your home

What is a Document Apostille in Lucknow?

As a person living Lucknow, you might have various educational and personal documents issued by government or private authorities in India. When you travel abroad for education or employment, submitting those documents to foreign authorities for verifying your identity, age and qualifications is necessary. Submitting your documents to a foreign authority is not straightforward like submitting it in India. It needs to be verified and authenticated with attestation.

An apostille stamp is such an authentication method which came into effect after the Hague Apostille convention. After the convention, to authenticate documents in any Hague country an apostille stamp is sufficient. 

Since India is a Hague apostille member country, an apostille obtained from the ministry of external affairs is the only requirement to authenticate Indian documents in another Hague country.

Sample apostille stamp

Why Do You Need Apostille Services in Lucknow?

If you are preparing for your abroad journey from Lucknow, you may need to submit your documents to authorities from your destination country. If it is a short term visit such as tourist or visiting visa, an apostilled document is not required. However, for long term visit and engagement, an apostille is a mandatory requirement. Given below are some of the situations where a document apostille from Lucknow is mandatory:

  • Work abroad visa processing
  • Study abroad visa processing
  • To marry abroad 
  • To start your business in a Hague country
  • Legal proceedings in a foreign country
  • Inherit ancestral properties in a foreign country
  • To expand your existing business in a foreign country
  • To register patent and trademark in a foreign country
  • For a dependent visa as a spouse or children 
  • To get an OCI card
  • To apply for a permanent residency in a Hague country

Documents that May Need Apostille Services in Lucknow

Any document issued by a government authority or registered business entity is eligible to get an apostille from MEA India. However, we can broadly classify these documents into three types. They are: 

  1. Personal documents
  2. Commercial documents
  3. Educational documents

Documents that May Need Apostille Services in Lucknow

Educational Documents Personal Documents Commercial Documents
Masters degree
Engineering Degree
ITI Diploma certificate
Partnership Deed
Nursing Diploma
Joint Venture Agreements
PhD Degree Certificate
Commercial Invoice
MBBS Degree
Trademark Registration Certificate
MS Degree certificate
Certificate of Origin
M Tech Degree Certificate
Adoption Deed
Bill of Lading
Transfer Certificate (TC)
Experience Certificate
Annual Financial Statements
Provisional Degree Certificate
Legal Heir Certificate
Copyright Registration
Nursing Registration Certificate
Disability Certificate
FSSAI License
Medium of Instruction Certificate
Aadhaar Card
Packing List

Document Apostille Process in Lucknow

The ministry of external affairs is the only authority that can issue an apostille stamp whether it is a document issued in Lucknow or anywhere else in India. However, considering the population of India and increasing number of apostille requirement, MEA cannot verify every single document from their end. Thus, MEA has authorized certain administrative and legal authorities to do the verification process. Based on the verification process, apostille can be obtained in two different methods. They are: 

  1. State Attestation Method
  2. SDM Attestation Method

Both methods are valid and accept across Hague apostille countries unless it is specified. 

State Attestation Method to Get Document Apostille in Lucknow

State attestation method is usually preferred only if the destination country specifically require it. Since, it takes more time and cost people generally don’t prefer this method. It involves the verification of document at the origin. Whichever is the local authority that issued the document, state government will verify with that authority to check whether the documents is original or not. 

SAS apostille services in Lucknow will follow below given process to get MEA apostille for your documents in Lucknow using state attestation method: 

  1. Notarization: In this step, a public notary verifies your documents and attests it. 
  2. Uttar Pradesh State Attestation: If your documents are from Uttar Pradesh, SAS apostille services will submit your documents to Regional authentication Centers under home or HRD department in Lucknow. After verifying with local authorities, it will be attested by state department officials.
  3. MEA Attestation and Apostille: In this step, we will submit your documents to the ministry of external affairs located in Delhi. The ministry will verify and attest your document. MEA will finally affix an apostille stamp on the back side of the document.
Process of getting apostille in Lucknow using State attestation method

SDM Attestation Process for MEA Apostille in Lucknow

SDM attestation is the most common method used for an apostille. Unlike, state attestation SDM will not verify with the authority who issued document. Instead, the SDM will cross verify and check the document thoroughly for its authenticity. 

Following are the steps to get an apostille in Lucknow: 

  1. Notarization: As an authority who can verify the authenticity of documents, a public notary will verify the authenticity of your documents and attest it.
  2. Sub Divisional Magistrate Attestation: SAS submits your documents to the sub divisional magistrate. SDM will verify and attest your documents within two working days.
  3. MEA Attestation and Apostille: In this step the MEA India verifies your documents and attestations in it. MEA will then attest and affix an apostille stamp. 
SDM Attestation method for apostille in Lucknow

Apostille for Commercial Documents in Lucknow

Commercial document apostille in Lucknow is required for any business relation with a foreign country that is a member of Hague convention. Common requirements are for starting a business or expanding a business or exporting goods. 

The method for getting an apostille is slightly different from other documents. Instead of SDM and state departments attestation is obtained from chamber of commerce. Since Chamber of commerce is a network of businesses, getting an attestation from COC not only authenticates the document but ensures the company that issued a document is registered company. 

Following are steps to get an apostille for commercial documents in Lucknow: 

  1. Notarization
  2. Chamber of Commerce Attestation
  3. MEA Attestation
  4. MEA Apostille

Documents Required for Apostille Services in Lucknow

You need to submit following documents to SAS Apostille services in Lucknow to get an MEA  apostille: 

  1. Original document that needs to be apostilled.
  2. Supporting documents: Passport copy for Individuals and company PAN card for businesses.

Time Required to Get a Document Apostille in Lucknow

The time to get a document apostille in Lucknow varies depending on method of authentication and choice of your service. We have following services in Lucknow: 

  • Same day apostille services 
  • 3-4 working days premium services
  • 7-8 working days standard services
  • 14 working days basic services.

Apostille services in Lucknow is mandatory to get an apostille in Lucknow since MEA does not accept individual applications at present. Although, apostille involves multiple authorities, with the help of a trust worthy apostille service provider the process is simple and straight forward. 

Secure Apostille Services provides services in the following areas Near Lucknow

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Apostille service in Telibagh
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Apostille services in Vrindavan Yojna

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of getting an apostille on documents from Lucknow may vary depending on various factors such as : 

  1. Method of authentication
  2. Type of document
  3. Number of documents
  4. State of issuance if state attestation method is followed.
  5. Choice of service.

No. UAE is not a member of Hague convention. Thus, an apostille is not enough to legalize documents in Lucknow. You need to get an attestation from UAE embassy in Delhi after obtaining an attestation from MEA. The steps to get UAE embassy attestation in Lucknow are: 

  1. Notarization
  2. SDM/State Attestation
  3. MEA Attestation
  4. UAE Embassy Attestation

No. MEA attestation is not same as MEA apostille. An attestation from MEA is simply a sign and seal from MEA officials. On the other hand an apostille is a stamp which includes details such as document name, attested official’s name and the document holder’s name.

Secure Apostille Services will help you with marriage certificate apostille in Lucknow. Steps to get a marriage certificate apostille in Lucknow are: 

  1. Notarization
  2. SDM/Home department attestation
  3. MEA Attestation
  4. MEA Apostille 

Degree certificate apostille can be obtained in Lucknow with the help of Secure Apostille Services. You can submit your degree certificate to SAS Apostille. We will do the entire process. Degree certificate can get apostille through two methods. If your destination country needs HRD attestation, we will submit it to regional authentication center. After HRD attestation only, we will send it to our Delhi office. If your university is not in UP, we need to send it to respective state for HRD attestation. 

To get apostille using SDM attestation method, the entire process will happen in Delhi only. So we will be sending your documents to Delhi.

Secure Apostille Services will handle the apostille process of degree certificate issued by any university in India.

What Makes Us the Trusted Choice for Apostille Services?

Secure, Fast, and Reliable MEA Apostille Services

1) Online Apostille

Complete online process from document submission to delivery. You don't have to travel anywhere to get your document apostille.

2) Live Apostille Tracking System

Stay informed at every step. Know exactly where your document is from pick up to apostille delivery.

3) Pan Indian presence

With multiple branches and a strong network of logistics partners, we offer reliable apostille services across all 15,600+ PIN codes in India, including the most remote locations.

4)Privacy & Security of Document

We follow strict confidentiality and safety measures in handling your document at every stage of apostille process.

5) Barcode System

We label every document individually with a barcode before sending for MEA apostille, which prevents any risk of misplacement.

6) Home Pickup & Delivery

We deliver your apostilled documents right to your doorstep, anywhere in India. Once the process is complete, we will deliver your documents through our trusted delivery partners.

7) Priority Support

Receive prompt responses and personalized assistance throughout the apostille process from a dedicated consultant assigned to you right after registration.

8) Discounted rates

We offer the MEA Apostille service at transparent and discounted price without any hidden price and without compromising on service quality, speed, or reliability

9) Led by International Document Legalization Experts

Our team is comprised of professionals with expertise and years of experience in apostille, embassy attestation and global document legalization.

Customer Reviews - SAS Apostille

ELWIN SIDHABATTULA
ELWIN SIDHABATTULA
I had an excellent experience with this company in processing my Certificate of Singleness, complete with all the necessary attestations and stamps. They initially told me it would take 25 working days, but they impressively finished everything in just 15 regular days.

I had been scammed twice before by other service providers, so I was understandably very cautious. But the team, especially Sir Lingaraj who assisted me, proved to be trustworthy, professional, and true to their promises. Communication with him was really smooth, clear, and very reassuring. He was also very patient and understanding of my concerns.

In the end, we received a fully legitimate document without any issues. I’m extremely pleased with their service and would highly recommend them to anyone needing help with document processing. Thank you again for your outstanding work and honesty. I really really appreciate it! God bless
Aishwarya Dass
Aishwarya Dass
SAS were amazing in their service. I had to apostille a birth certificate and they promptly called me to pick up the document, got it apostilled in 3 days and delivered it back to my home. Definitely recommend them.
sri kumar
sri kumar
Best services provided for apostille process. Santhosh followed up throughout process and ensured documents are delivered in quicker timeline. I've been using since last three years and there was no delays or issues. I appreciate and recommend Santhosh for apostilaltion services. Thank you.
siddharth l
siddharth l
I had to get a police clearence certificate apostilled urgently from ministry of external affairs for my trip to ecuador. I found this SAS apostille service on the web and contacted them.

The response was incredible . They got in touch immediately. They collected the certificate from home and delivered it back in the specific timeline agreed. Cost effective , credible and extremely quick. Will definitely recommend their services to anyone in need of an apostille in a timeline.
Ashish Tripathi
Ashish Tripathi
I had an amazing experience with the apostille service provided by Paramesh. He got my documents apostilled in just 2 days, which truly surprised me! The service was efficient, professional, and beautifully handled from start to finish. Paramesh was extremely cordial and kind throughout the process. I highly recommend his service to anyone who needs fast and reliable document legalization. Thank you so much!