Personal Document Attestation

What is Personal Document Attestation?

Personal Document Attestation, often referred to as Non-Educational Document Attestation, involves verifying the authenticity of documents related to an individual's personal status or life events. This is necessary when presenting such documents to authorities in foreign countries for various purposes like obtaining visas (family, spouse, resident), sponsoring family members, marriage registration abroad, or applying for citizenship.

Common Personal Documents Requiring Attestation

We handle attestation for a wide range of personal documents, including:

• Birth Certificate
• Marriage Certificate
• Death Certificate
• Divorce Decree / Certificate
• Affidavits
• Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
• Medical Certificates
• Experience / Employment Certificates
• Single Status / Bachelorhood Certificate
• Power of Attorney (Personal)
• Adoption Deed

Why is Personal Document Attestation Required?

Foreign governments and organizations require attested personal documents to:

• Verify identity and relationships for visa and immigration purposes.
• Confirm marital status for spouse visas or legal matters.
• Establish eligibility for employment or residency based on experience.
• Authenticate legal declarations made in affidavits.
• Process international adoptions or family law cases.

Our Attestation Process for Personal Documents

The process generally involves these steps, which we manage efficiently:

1. Notary Attestation: Initial verification by a registered Notary Public.
2. Home Department / SDM Attestation: Authentication by the State Home Department or Sub-Divisional Magistrate, depending on the document and state.
3. MEA Attestation / Apostille: Verification by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), providing either an Apostille (for Hague Convention countries) or normal Attestation.
4. Embassy / Consulate Attestation: Final validation by the embassy or consulate of the country where the document will be used (required if not an Apostille).

Why Choose Saurabh Legal Services?

We understand the personal significance of these documents and offer:

• Accuracy: Meticulous handling to ensure correct procedures are followed.
• Speed: Efficient processing to meet your timelines.
• Confidentiality: Secure management of your private information.
• Clarity: Guidance on the specific requirements for your situation.
• Peace of Mind: Letting professionals handle the complex bureaucracy.
• 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: We are committed to your satisfaction.