MD Degree Certificate Apostille and Attestation
Apostille and embassy attestation for MD (Doctor of Medicine) postgraduate degrees, together with MBBS, registration and experience documents, for specialist jobs abroad.
MD degree certificate apostille: quick answer
In short, MD degree certificate apostille is the MEA's apostille on your MD degree. 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.
For the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and other non-Hague countries the apostille is not accepted. There you need MD degree certificate attestation: notary, SDM, MEA attestation and then the embassy stamp.
Looking for MD certificate apostille without travelling to Delhi? Courier the original to our New Delhi office; we complete every stage and courier it back. A WhatsApp photo gets you a written quote first.
Why specialists apostille or attest the MD degree
Specialist and consultant posts abroad are licensed on the basis of the postgraduate qualification, so regulators look at the MD degree alongside the MBBS, the registration of the additional qualification and your experience.
Gulf ministries and health authorities in the UAE, Qatar and Kuwait need the MD degree attested by the MEA and the embassy. Saudi Arabia, Oman and Hague countries in Europe accept the MEA apostille.
Specialist licensing
Consultant and specialist categories.
MBBS with MD
Most files need both degrees.
DNB too
NBEMS diplomas follow the same route.
Experience
Separate documents, legalised if asked.
MD degree certificate apostille: step-by-step process
The destination country decides which of these two routes your MD degree takes.
Apostille for Hague Convention countries
- 1Notary, New DelhiThe original MD degree is notarised in New Delhi.
- 2SDM verificationThe Sub-Divisional Magistrate confirms 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
- 1NotaryThe MD degree is notarised in New Delhi.
- 2SDMThe SDM office checks the notary.
- 3MEA attestationThe MEA attests the document.
- 4Embassy legalisationThe destination country's embassy legalises it.
Non-Hague countries
Documents required for MD degree certificate attestation
- Original MD degree certificate
- MBBS degree certificate
- Registration of the MD as an additional qualification, if issued
- Passport photo-page and address-page copy
- Our authorisation letter with your signature
- Country of use and purpose, so we pick the right route
MD degree 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 |
Each MD degree, marksheet or registration certificate is a separate document for the MEA. See the degree certificate apostille fees page for a stage-by-stage breakdown.
Tips before sending your MD degree
- Many regulators classify specialists by years of experience after MD; keep experience letters ready.
- DNB from NBEMS is legalised the same way as an MD.
- Legalise the MBBS and MD in one courier to avoid a second round of courier and fees.
Official links for MD degree apostille and attestation
Rules change from time to time. These government and official pages are the primary sources we follow:
FAQs: MD degree certificate apostille and attestation
How do I get my MD degree apostilled by the Ministry of External Affairs?
First the original MD degree is attested by a notary in New Delhi. The SDM office in New Delhi then verifies the notary, and the MEA fixes the apostille sticker on the back. You can courier the original to us; we complete all three steps and courier it back.
What are the charges for MD degree certificate apostille?
The MEA charges a government fee of ₹50 per document for an apostille. Our service charge for MD degree certificate apostille is usually ₹1,000–₹1,500 per document, and courier is extra. Embassy attestation for the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and other countries costs more and is quoted per country. You always get a written quote first.
Do I need both MBBS and MD attested for a specialist job in the UAE?
Usually yes. Licensing for specialists looks at the basic and the postgraduate qualification together.
What documents are required for MD degree certificate attestation?
Send the original MD degree with a copy of your passport's photo and address pages and the signed authorisation letter we provide. The country of use and the purpose decide whether we apostille or attest it.
What is the process for MD degree certificate attestation for the UAE, Qatar or Kuwait?
The UAE, Qatar and Kuwait do not accept the apostille, so the MD degree is attested in four stages: a New Delhi notary, the SDM, the MEA and finally the embassy of the country concerned. In the UAE, the foreign ministry adds one more stamp locally.
Can a DNB certificate be apostilled?
Yes. DNB certificates issued by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) follow the same route.
How long does MD degree 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 MD degree 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.
Is the MD degree accepted with an apostille in Europe?
Hague countries accept the MEA apostille. Recognition of the specialisation itself is decided by each country's medical regulator.
Is INFINITYGRO genuine, and do I need to visit Delhi for my MD degree?
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 MD degree to our office or drop it in person. Call or WhatsApp +91-8595558517.
Send your MD degree for apostille or attestation
Share a photo of your MD degree on WhatsApp with the country name. We reply with the correct route, what to send and the price in writing.
Office: C – 5 A/2 New Ashok Nagar, Delhi – 110096 · Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Apostille for other educational certificates
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.