Marriage Certificate Apostille in Nagaland
Naga marriages follow customary law protected by Article 371A, and most are also church weddings. When a Kohima or Dimapur couple needs the certificate abroad, the government registration certificate is what MEA apostilles. Courier it to our Delhi office and we complete every stage.
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A marriage certificate apostille in Nagaland is done in New Delhi: notary, SDM attestation and the MEA apostille, in about 2–3 working days once the certificate arrives, for ₹1,000–₹1,500 plus courier. Customary and church marriages are common under Article 371A; for the apostille the couple needs a government-registered marriage certificate.
Marriage certificate apostille in Nagaland: key facts
| Registered by | Government Registrar of Marriages / Marriage Officer |
|---|---|
| Context | Naga customary law (Article 371A); Indian Christian Marriage Act; Special Marriage Act |
| Language | English |
| Route | Notary → SDM, New Delhi → MEA apostille |
| Time | 2–3 working days in Delhi + courier |
| Charge | ₹1,000–₹1,500 per certificate |
| Typical destinations | UK, USA, Australia, Canada |
What Nagaland couples should check
Customary marriage
Make sure the marriage is registered with a government registrar – that certificate goes to MEA.
Church certificate
Useful, but should be accompanied by the registrar's certificate.
Tribe and family names
Check that names match the passport exactly.
Customary law, church and the government certificate in Nagaland
Under Article 371A of the Constitution, Naga customary law and procedure are protected, and many marriages are first recognised by the village and the church. Church weddings are solemnised under the Indian Christian Marriage Act, and some couples register under the Special Marriage Act.
Foreign authorities, and MEA, work with a certificate issued by a government registrar. If your marriage was recorded only by the church or the village council, register it with the government registrar before sending it for the apostille.
Nagaland certificates are almost always in English, so English-speaking destinations rarely ask for a translation.
Watch: marriage certificate apostille in Nagaland explained
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Where a marriage certificate apostille in Nagaland is used
Naga professionals and students most often head to the UK, the USA, Australia and Canada.
| Destination | What the certificate needs |
|---|---|
| UK, Ireland | ApostilleSpouse and dependant visas. |
| USA, Canada | ApostilleSpousal and dependant applications. |
| Australia, New Zealand | ApostillePartner visas. |
| UAE, Qatar | AttestationMEA attestation and embassy legalisation. |
Membership of the Convention can be checked on the HCCH status table.
Marriage certificate attestation fees → ProcessMarriage certificate apostille in Nagaland, step by step
- WhatsApp firstWe confirm the certificate is a government registration.
- Courier from KohimaSpeed Post or DTDC to Delhi.
- Notary + SDMVerification and SDM attestation.
- MEA apostilleQR-coded sticker.
- Back to youTracked return.
What to send from Kohima or Dimapur
- Government marriage certificate (church certificate optional).
- Passport copies of both spouses.
- Destination country.
No pickup – send the envelope by tracked courier to INFINITYGRO, C-5 A/2, New Ashok Nagar, Delhi – 110096.
Can you visit Delhi? You are welcome to hand over the original and collect it again at our office in New Ashok Nagar. If you are sending it from another state, courier it to us – once the work is complete we return it by Blue Dart or another reputed, fully tracked courier.
FeesMarriage certificate apostille in Nagaland: fees
One fee for notary, SDM and MEA on a single Nagaland certificate; courier extra.
Gulf embassy fees, if needed, are quoted in writing.
Marriage certificate apostille in Nagaland – FAQs
Can a customary Naga marriage be apostilled?
After it is registered with a government registrar, yes – MEA apostilles that certificate.
Is a church marriage certificate accepted?
It should be accompanied by the government registration certificate.
Is the apostille accepted in the UK?
Yes – the UK is a Convention member.
Do I need to travel to Delhi?
No; courier it and we return it tracked.
Do I need Nagaland Home Department attestation?
Only if your embassy names it specifically.
How long does a marriage certificate apostille in Nagaland take?
Two to three working days in Delhi plus courier time from Nagaland.
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INFINITYGRO · C-5 A/2, New Ashok Nagar, Delhi – 110096Last updated: 21 October 2026 · Reviewed by the INFINITYGRO apostille team, New Delhi