Apostille for UK from India
UK is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention (in force since 24 January 1965). Indian documents for use in UK therefore need state-level attestation followed by an MEA apostille. A separate embassy attestation is generally not required. Always confirm what the receiving authority asks for.
Route for UK
| Document | State step | Final step |
|---|---|---|
| Degree, diploma, mark sheet | State HRD attestation | MEA apostille |
| Birth, marriage certificate | Home Department or SDM | MEA apostille |
| PCC (passport office) | Usually none | MEA apostille |
| Commercial documents | Chamber of Commerce or notary | MEA apostille |
What to know for UK
UK visa applications, employers and universities have different rules on whether an apostille is needed. Home Office guidance and sponsor requirements decide, so confirm in advance.
- Check the Home Office or sponsor's document checklist.
- Documents not in English may need certified translation.
- Marriage and birth certificates are the most commonly apostilled.
How we help
- Check which documents the UK authority actually asks for.
- Handle notary, state and MEA steps.
- Courier the apostilled documents back with tracking.
Last reviewed: . Rules, fees and Convention status change, so we re-check procedural pages regularly. We are a private facilitator, not the MEA, a state department or an embassy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Many UK universities do not require apostilles at admission, while some employers and regulators do. Check the requirement first.
Documents not in English usually need a certified translation. Ask the receiving authority about format.
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