What is a Single Status Certificate Apostille?
A Single Status Certificate Apostille is the legalization of a document that confirms an individual is unmarried or legally single. This document is commonly required for marriage registration abroad, visa applications, or immigration to countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention.
In India, the Apostille is issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) after state-level verification. Once Apostilled, the document becomes valid internationally and eliminates the need for embassy attestation in over 100+ countries.
Why is Apostille Required for a Single Status Certificate?
Foreign governments need assurance that an individual is not already married. Hence, a Single Status Certificate becomes mandatory, and Apostille adds legal validity to it.
Common reasons for obtaining Apostille:
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Registering marriage with a foreign national
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Applying for a fiancé/spouse visa
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Overseas residency or citizenship applications
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Legal documentation for civil partnerships abroad
Example: If you’re planning to get married in Spain, the Spanish authorities will demand an Apostilled Single Status Certificate issued by your home country.
How to Get Apostille on a Single Status Certificate in India?
Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of the Apostille process:
Step 1: Obtain a Valid Single Status Certificate
This certificate can be issued by:
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District Magistrate (DM) or Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM)
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Notary Public, followed by affidavit
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Local municipal authorities (in some cases)
Step 2: State-Level Authentication
The document is authenticated by the State Home Department or the General Administration Department.
Step 3: MEA Apostille
After authentication, the document is submitted to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), where an Apostille sticker with a QR code is affixed.
Documents Required for Single Status Certificate Apostille
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Original Single Status Certificate (on official letterhead)
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Valid passport copy
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Aadhaar card or other government-issued ID
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Affidavit (if required)
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Passport-size photograph
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Application form (provided by attestation agency)
Note: The certificate must be in English or officially translated before Apostille.
Processing Time for Single Status Apostille
On average, the process takes 5 to 8 working days, depending on the:
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Source of certificate (DM/SDM/Notary)
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State where it’s issued
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MEA workload
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Single Status Certificate Apostille Fees
The cost depends on:
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Where the certificate was issued
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Mode of submission (self vs. through an agent)
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State-level authentication charges
Which Countries Accept Apostille?
Your Apostilled Single Status Certificate is accepted in all Hague Convention member countries, including:
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Spain
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France
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Netherlands
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Italy
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Germany
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Poland
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Switzerland
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Belgium
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Greece
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100% accuracy in documentation
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Doorstep pickup and delivery in major cities
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Free document pre-checking
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Confidential handling of sensitive documents
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Fastest processing with MEA tie-up
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Checklist Before Submission
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Certificate must be on official letterhead
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All details (name, date of birth, marital status) must be correct
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No overwriting or corrections allowed
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Valid ID and passport copies required
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Document must be in English or translated officially
Final Words: Don’t Let Paperwork Stop Your Big Day
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