Chandigarh, the shared capital of Punjab and Haryana, is a hub for global aspirants. If you are moving from Chandigarh to any Hague Convention country for work, study, or family, you need the official MEA Apostille stamp on your documents. This legalisation stamp is granted by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and confirms the authenticity of your educational, personal, and commercial certificates for international use. Avoid delays and complex government processes by choosing the best apostille services in Chandigarh for your degree, PCC, birth, marriage certificate or any other commercial document. Find all details below.
A certificate apostille in Chandigarh has a 3-step process and differs for different document categories.
Before any government department reviews your certificates, a registered Notary Public must validate them. The notary examines original documents, verifies signatures, and confirms their legal standing. This preliminary checking establishes credibility and prepares documents for state-level scrutiny.
Following notarization, documents proceed to designated state authorities in Punjab or Haryana based on where they were issued and their category:​
In some cases, the Sub-divisional Magistrate (SDM) can cross-verify personal and educational documents
The MEA is responsible for all document legalisation at the national level. Your state-approved documents are checked, and an apostille stamp is granted by the officials at MEA. Your documents can now be used in all countries that are part of the Hague Convention.
You must manage notarization in Chandigarh, travel to state offices in Punjab/Haryana for verification, submit to the MEA in New Delhi, wait for processing, and then collect the apostilled documents.
MEA Address:Â
SO(DB), 74B South Block, New Delhi
We manage the entire process: free document pickup, notarization, state-level verification, MEA apostille and home delivery of apostilled documents.
| Type of Document | Price | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Documents | Rs 1500 to Rs 2500 | 3 to 5 Working Days |
| Commercial Documents | Rs 2500 to Rs 4500 | 3 to 4 Working Days |
| Personal Documents | Rs 1500 to Rs 2500 | 3 to 5 Working Days |
| Other Documents | Rs 3500 to Rs 7000 | 5 to 7 Working Days |
The original documents
Clear photocopies of the original documents
Proof of identity (Passport or Aadhaar card)
Notary stamp (optional)