Overview
A degree certificate apostille is the process of legalising your university degree so it is recognised as authentic in any country that is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) affixes a computer-generated apostille sticker, after which your degree is valid for higher education, employment and residency abroad — with no further embassy attestation required for Hague nations.
Global Elite manages the entire chain on your behalf: state-level HRD verification, central MEA apostille and secure doorstep return — all under a single tracked reference.
Documents Required
Keep the following ready before you begin — clear scans speed up the pre-verification stage.
Step-by-Step Process
We collect your originals from your doorstep and screen them against MEA requirements.
The issuing state's Human Resource Development department authenticates your degree.
The Ministry of External Affairs affixes the Hague apostille sticker with a unique number.
Your apostilled degree is couriered back to you, insured and fully tracked.
MEA Process Flow
For documents covered under the MEA e-Sanad service, the apostille follows a fully digital chain — from online application right through to dispatch.
Visits e-Sanad website to apply
Pays the fees online
Data made available to MEA
Apostilled document dispatched
MEA digitally signs & approves
Verified by concerned DIA/GAD
Documents not covered under e-Sanad
These follow a three-stage physical route through authorised centres.
- Personal — Home / General Administration Dept of State / UT
- Educational — Education Dept of concerned State / UT
- Commercial — Respective Chambers of Commerce
Timeline & Pricing
Accepted Countries
A degree apostille is valid across all 120+ Hague Convention member states, including:
Downloadable Resources
Official references and checklists to help you prepare your apostille application.
Full list of the 120+ countries that accept an apostille.
Everything to prepare before you begin your application.
State-wise RAC addresses for pre-verification routing.
MEA-authorised collection agencies across India.
Fees & Charges
A transparent breakdown of government fees and our handling charges. No hidden costs.
Important Notes
The MEA legalises documents on the basis of the signature of the designated signing authorities of the State Government, Union Territory or Chambers of Commerce. It does not take responsibility for the contents of the document itself.
The MEA no longer accepts documents directly from individuals. All documents must be submitted and collected through authorised outsource agencies. Do not hand your originals to unauthorised persons or touts — verify the agency's authorisation before submission.
Attestation and apostille services are decentralised across 16 Branch Secretariats and RPOs, including New Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru and Kolkata. Your documents are routed to the office holding jurisdiction over the issuing state.