Checking whether Apostille is the appropriate route for the destination
Apostille assistance for overseas documents
Apostille Services in Delhi
Need an Indian document apostilled for use abroad? Share a scan and the destination country first. We will check the document category and explain the practical route before you send an original.
Before you apply
An Apostille is not a one-step process for every document
Apostille is used for eligible public documents when the destination accepts the Hague Apostille Convention. The part that often causes confusion is what must happen before the Apostille. A degree, marriage certificate and company document may each start with a different authority.
Destination Experts helps you work out that first stage, check the papers you have, and coordinate the permitted submission and return process. We do not issue the Apostille ourselves; the official authentication remains with the relevant authorities.
Worth checking first: Do not rely only on an old checklist. The issuing State, document type and destination can change the route.
Where we can assist
Useful support before your document enters the official process
Most delays begin with the wrong starting point or incomplete supporting papers.
Identifying the likely pre-authentication stage for the document
Reviewing scans and supporting papers before submission
Coordinating submission, collection or courier handling where permitted
How we handle the enquiry
Start with the document, not with a package
We first establish what the receiving authority is likely to expect, then plan the Indian authentication steps.
- 1Send a scan
Share the document, issuing State or authority, destination country and purpose of use.
- 2Confirm the route
We check whether Apostille is suitable and what pre-authentication may be required.
- 3Prepare the file
Supporting papers, authorisation and submission details are checked before anything is lodged.
- 4Coordinate return
After the official step is completed, we help with collection or return arrangements where applicable.
Documents & information
What we normally ask for at the first review
A scan is usually enough for the initial check. Original-document requirements are discussed only after the route is clear.
- Clear scan of the document
- Passport or identity copy where relevant
- Destination country and intended use
- Supporting authorisation or company papers if the case requires them
Questions we are often asked
Apostille questions from applicants
Is Apostille the same as embassy attestation?
No. Apostille is a specific form of authentication used between participating Hague Convention countries. Other destinations or receiving authorities may follow a different legalisation route.
Can a degree or marriage certificate be apostilled?
Eligible educational and personal documents can be apostilled, but the required pre-authentication can differ. We check the issuing authority before advising the next step.
Can you confirm the exact time before seeing the document?
Usually not responsibly. Verification and official processing can vary by document and authority. We give a practical estimate after reviewing the case.