Single Status Certificate Apostille and Attestation
MEA apostille and embassy attestation for single status certificates, so that you can register a marriage, apply for a spouse visa or complete a legal process abroad.
Single status certificate apostille: quick answer
In short, Single status certificate apostille is the MEA’s apostille on your single status 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 Single status certificate attestation: MEA attestation after the notary and SDM steps, followed by embassy legalisation.
We arrange Single status certificate apostille in India from start to finish by courier, for clients in every State. Share a photo of the single status certificate on WhatsApp with the country name, and we confirm the route and price in writing.
Why a single status certificate needs an apostille or attestation
Before a foreign registrar will marry you, it wants proof that you are not already married. In India that proof is a single status (unmarried) certificate issued by a government officer such as the SDM, Tehsildar or marriage registrar, or a sworn affidavit of single status, depending on what the foreign authority accepts.
If the marriage or visa is in a Hague Convention country such as Italy, Spain, Greece or the Philippines, the certificate needs an MEA apostille. For the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and other non-Hague countries, it needs MEA attestation and legalisation by that country’s embassy.
Marriage registration abroad
Registrars that ask for proof of single status.
Spouse and fiancé visas
Embassies that verify marital status.
Officer-issued certificate
From the SDM, Tehsildar or registrar.
Affidavit of single status
When the receiving authority accepts it.
Single status certificate apostille: step-by-step process
Pick the column that matches the country where the single status certificate will be used.
Apostille for Hague Convention countries
- 1Notary, New DelhiThe original single status 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
- 1NotaryNotary attestation in New Delhi.
- 2SDMSDM verification in New Delhi.
- 3MEA attestationMEA attestation stamp.
- 4Embassy legalisationLegalisation by the embassy of the destination country.
Non-Hague countries
Documents required for Single status certificate attestation
- Original single status certificate issued by the government officer (or the signed affidavit, if that is what the foreign authority accepts)
- Passport copy of the person named in the certificate
- Copy of your passport, front and back pages
- Authorisation letter, signed (format sent on WhatsApp)
- Where and why the document will be used
Single status certificate apostille charges and time
| Government fee at the MEA | ₹50 for each apostilled document |
|---|---|
| Our charge for an apostille on a single status certificate | ₹1,000–₹1,500 per document, as a rule |
| Embassy route (UAE, Qatar, Kuwait…) | Embassy fees differ by country; written quote |
| Courier | Charged separately, to us and back to you |
| Expected time | Stated in the quote; WhatsApp updates after each stage |
If you need two copies of the single status certificate legalised, each copy is counted and charged separately. Other documents are listed on our apostille services page.
Tips before sending your single status certificate
- Ask the foreign registrar whether they want an officer-issued certificate or an affidavit; for an affidavit, see our unmarried affidavit apostille page.
- Single status documents are often valid for only a few months abroad; time the apostille close to the wedding date.
- Names and dates must match the passport exactly, including the father’s name.
Official links for single status certificate apostille and attestation
These are the official sources behind the process described on this page:
FAQs: Single status certificate apostille and attestation
How do I get my single status 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 single status certificate to our office and we handle each stage and return it by courier.
What are the charges for Single status certificate apostille?
For Single status 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.
What is the difference between a single status certificate and an unmarried affidavit?
A single status certificate is issued by a government officer after verification. An unmarried affidavit is a sworn statement you make before a notary or oath commissioner. Some countries accept either; others insist on the certificate.
What documents are required for Single status certificate attestation?
Only a few things: the original single status 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 Single status 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.
Do I need a single status certificate apostille to marry in Italy?
Italian authorities generally ask for proof of single status from India. Italy is a Hague member, so the document needs an MEA apostille, and usually an Italian translation.
How long does Single status certificate apostille take?
It varies with the workload at the SDM office and the MEA, and with the embassy if attestation is needed. We tell you the expected date before you courier the single status certificate, and we message you as each stamp is done.
Apostille or attestation: which one does my single status 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.
How long is a single status certificate valid abroad?
Many authorities accept it only if it was issued recently, often within three to six months. Check the rule in the country of marriage before you start.
Is INFINITYGRO genuine, and do I need to visit Delhi for my single status 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 single status certificate to our office or drop it in person. Call or WhatsApp +91-8595558517.
Send your single status certificate for apostille or attestation
Share a photo of your single status certificate 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 personal documents
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.