12th (HSC) Certificate Apostille and Attestation
MEA apostille or embassy attestation for Class 12 (HSC / intermediate / senior secondary) certificates and marksheets from CBSE, CISCE, NIOS and every State board.
12th HSC certificate apostille: quick answer
In short, 12th HSC certificate apostille is the MEA's apostille on your 12th certificate. It is recognised in every Hague Convention country. We complete it in three steps in New Delhi: notary, SDM verification and the MEA apostille, for which the government fee is ₹50 per document.
Countries such as the UAE, Qatar and Kuwait are not in the Hague Convention, so for them you need 12th certificate attestation: MEA attestation after the notary and SDM steps, followed by embassy legalisation.
We arrange 12th certificate apostille from start to finish by courier, for clients in every State. Share a photo of the 12th certificate on WhatsApp with the country name, and we confirm the route and price in writing.
Why a 12th certificate needs an apostille
Universities abroad decide on bachelor admission mainly from the Class 12 result, so the 12th certificate and marksheet are the core of most undergraduate applications. Nursing and medical programmes abroad also check that you studied physics, chemistry and biology in Class 12.
Hague countries such as Italy, Germany, France or Australia accept the MEA apostille. Gulf countries that are not in the Hague Convention, such as the UAE and Kuwait, need MEA attestation and then the embassy stamp.
Bachelor admission abroad
European and Asian universities ask for the apostilled 12th with the application.
Nursing and medicine
Licensing bodies check your Class 12 science subjects.
Equivalency certificates
Gulf ministries may ask for the 12th when issuing equivalency for a degree.
Work visas
Some Gulf visa categories ask for 10th and 12th along with the degree.
12th HSC certificate apostille: step-by-step process
Same first two steps, different finish: the country of use decides.
Apostille for Hague Convention countries
- 1Notary, New DelhiThe original 12th certificate is notarised in New Delhi.
- 2SDM verificationSDM New Delhi countersigns after checking the notary.
- 3MEA apostilleThe MEA fixes the apostille sticker (₹50 government fee per document).
Hague Convention countries
Full member list: HCCH Apostille Convention status table
Attestation for the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and other non-Hague countries
- 1NotarySame notary step as the apostille.
- 2SDMSame SDM verification.
- 3MEA attestationMEA attestation instead of the apostille sticker.
- 4Embassy legalisationEmbassy stamp for the country where the 12th certificate will be used.
Non-Hague countries
Documents required for 12th certificate attestation
- Original Class 12 passing certificate and marksheet
- Class 10 certificate as well, if the university or employer asks for the full set
- Copy of your passport, front and back pages
- Authorisation letter, signed (format sent on WhatsApp)
- Where and why the document will be used
12th HSC certificate apostille charges and time
| MEA apostille (government fee) | ₹50 per document |
|---|---|
| MEA attestation (for embassy route) | No MEA fee for normal attestation |
| INFINITYGRO service, apostille | Usually ₹1,000–₹1,500 per document |
| Embassy legalisation | Depends on the country; quoted in writing |
| Courier | Extra, both ways |
| Time | Expected date confirmed in your written quote |
Every sheet counts as one document, so a 12th certificate with four marksheets is five apostilles. The degree apostille fees page explains each stage.
Tips before sending your 12th certificate
- Many State boards call Class 12 'intermediate' or 'senior secondary'; all of them follow the same apostille route.
- If you passed through compartment or improvement exams, send all related marksheets so the record is complete.
- Universities often want a translated copy too; ask us if you need an English or foreign-language translation.
Official links for 12th certificate apostille and attestation
Rules change from time to time. These government and official pages are the primary sources we follow:
FAQs: 12th HSC certificate apostille and attestation
How do I get my 12th certificate apostilled by the Ministry of External Affairs?
There are three steps: notary attestation in New Delhi, SDM verification of the notary, and the MEA apostille. You do not need to visit Delhi; courier the 12th certificate to our office and we handle each stage and return it by courier.
What are the charges for 12th HSC certificate apostille?
For 12th HSC certificate apostille you pay the MEA fee of ₹50 per document plus our service charge of about ₹1,000–₹1,500 per document; courier is extra. Embassy legalisation for non-Hague countries is priced per embassy, and the quote is always given in writing before you send anything.
Do European universities need an apostilled 12th certificate?
Many do, especially in Italy, Spain and France, and some also ask for a translation. Germany often works through uni-assist with certified copies; check the exact instruction from your university.
What documents are required for 12th certificate attestation?
Only a few things: the original 12th certificate, a passport copy showing the photo and address pages, and our authorisation letter signed by you. Let us know the country and the purpose so we choose the right route.
What is the process for 12th certificate attestation for the UAE, Qatar or Kuwait?
Notary, SDM, MEA attestation and then the embassy: that is the four-step route for the UAE, Qatar and Kuwait. The UAE also requires its own ministry stamp after you arrive.
Can the 12th certificate be apostilled from a State board like UP Board or Maharashtra Board?
Yes. State board certificates follow the same Notary, SDM and MEA route as CBSE certificates.
How long does 12th HSC certificate apostille take?
The time depends on the queues at the SDM office, the MEA and, for attestation, the embassy. We confirm an expected completion date in your written quote and update you on WhatsApp at every stage. Embassy attestation takes longer than an apostille.
Apostille or attestation: which one does my 12th certificate need?
The country decides. Apostille works for Hague members such as Saudi Arabia, Oman, the UK, France and Australia; attestation with embassy legalisation is needed for the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, China and other non-members.
I have a 12th marksheet only, no separate certificate. Is that enough?
For boards that issue only a marksheet-cum-certificate, that single document is apostilled. If your board issues both, foreign authorities usually want both.
Is INFINITYGRO genuine, and do I need to visit Delhi for my 12th certificate?
INFINITYGRO is a document facilitation agency in New Ashok Nagar, Delhi. We give a written quote, explain each stamp and return originals by tracked courier, with WhatsApp updates at every stage. We do not offer pickup; clients courier the 12th certificate to our office or drop it in person. Call or WhatsApp +91-8595558517.
Send your 12th certificate for apostille or attestation
WhatsApp a photo of the 12th certificate and tell us the destination country. You get the route, the documents list and a written quote before you courier anything.
Office: C – 5 A/2 New Ashok Nagar, Delhi – 110096 · Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
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Disclaimer: INFINITYGRO is a private document facilitation service, not a government authority. Apostilles are issued only by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, and embassy legalisation is done by the respective embassies. Procedures and fees change from time to time; please confirm current rules with the receiving authority.