Civil attestation of indian public and educational documents

Important Notes:

Documents issued by Government authorities in India can be attested by the Embassy or Consulate of India in Thailand or South Korea only if they have been attested or apostilled by the CPV Division, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, New Delhi.
For detailed information regarding the apostille process, please visit the official website: https://mea.gov.in/apostille.htm

Documents issued by Government authorities in Thailand or South Korea must be first notarized and attested by the competent local judicial authority or District Court in the respective country prior to submission at Du Digital Global – Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC).

Application Procedure

To initiate your application process, please follow the steps below:

1. Register yourself on the Du Digital Global Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) 👉 Click here to register
   
   
2. Book your appointment online via the Du Digital Global ICAC You may select a suitable date and time to visit the ICAC for submission of your application. 👉 Click here to book your appointment
   
   
3. Ensure all required documents are prepared and organized exactly as outlined in the Documents Checklist
   
   
4. Visit the designated Du Digital Global ICAC corresponding to your jurisdiction. The complete address will be provided in your appointment confirmation letter. Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment.
   
   
5. Submit your application along with the applicable fees at the ICAC counter. Fee details are available under the Fee Details
   
   
6. You may opt for our courier service to receive your attested document(s) at your doorstep.
   
   
7. You can track the status of your application at any time during the process. 👉 Click here to track your application.
   
   

Note for Postal Applications:

For applicants submitting through post:

• Complete Step 1 and Step 2
• Log in to your account to apply for postal submission. 👉 Click here to log in
• Follow the detailed instructions provided to prepare your postal application.
• Send your completed package to the appropriate Du Digital Global ICAC as per your jurisdiction.
• Make sure to enclose proof of payment along with your documents.
  
  

You may refer to the Step-by-Step Process Diagram below for a visual guide to the application process.

Documents Checklist for Attestation of Educational Documents (Issued by Educational Institutions in India)

1. Fill out the online application form to generate the PDF version of the Request Form / Request Letter. 👉 Click here to fill the form
   A printed copy of the PDF must be submitted along with the other required documents.
   
   
2. A self-attested photocopy of the applicant’s Indian passport (pages containing personal details).
   
   
3. A self-attested copy of valid proof of residence in Thailand or South Korea (e.g., Thai House Registration Document / Korean 주민등록등본 or Residence Certificate issued by local authorities).
   
   
4. A self-attested copy of a valid Thai Visa / Work Permit or Korean Visa / Alien Registration Card (ARC).
   
   
5. Original pre-attested educational documents issued in India, along with a photocopy.
   
   
   • These must be attested/apostilled by the Section Officer (OI/Attestation), Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi.
   • For information on the apostille process, visit: https://www.mea.gov.in/apostille-menu.htm
     
     
6. One recent passport-size photograph of the applicant.
   
   
7. If the fee has been paid via bank transfer, enclose proof of payment.
   
   
8. Print and enclose the completed Checklist.👉 Click here to download the Checklist
   
   
9. Print and attach the signed Applicant Consent Form. 👉 Click here to download the Consent Form
   
   

Important Note:

• All submitted documents must be self-attested by the applicant.
  
  
• The applicant may be required to furnish additional supporting documents, if deemed necessary during processing.
  
  
• Attestation services for educational documents are only provided if the document has been duly attested/apostilled by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.
  
  
• The submission must be made at the Du Digital Global Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) relevant to your jurisdiction.

Fees Details

Disclaimer:

The Embassy of India and its Consulates in Thailand or South Korea reserve the right to revise fees based on official directives issued by the Government of India, without prior notice.

All efforts are made to ensure that the published fee details are accurate and up to date; however, discrepancies may occur. In such cases, applicants may be required to pay any outstanding difference even after the application has been submitted.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Document Attestation

1. Which Indian documents can be attested by the Embassy of India / Consulate General of India in Thailand or South Korea?

• Educational Certificates issued by Indian institutions
• Indian Marriage Certificates
• Indian Passports
• PAN Cards
• Indian Driving Licenses
• OCI Cards
• Any other document issued by Indian Government Authorities
  
  

Important Note:
Except for the Indian Passport and OCI Card, all other documents must be pre-attested or apostilled by the CPV Division, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, New Delhi, before being submitted for attestation at the Embassy or Consulate.
 For apostille information, please visit: https://mea.gov.in/apostille.htm

2. Which local documents from Thailand or South Korea can be attested by the Embassy of India / Consulate General of India?

• Thai/Korean National Identity Cards
• Thai/Korean Passports
• Commercial/Business Documents
• Salary Statements issued by local employers
• Utility Bills (Telephone/Electricity etc.) issued by official authorities or companies
• Any other official document issued by Thai or Korean Government Authorities
  
  

Important Note:
 All such documents must first be notarized and attested by the appropriate District Court or equivalent local authority before submission to the Du Digital Global Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC).

3. What is the process for attesting a Power of Attorney (PoA)?

For Indian Nationals:

1. Draft the Power of Attorney as per your specific requirement.
   
   
2. Book an appointment through the Du Digital Global ICAC website, based on your jurisdiction.
   
   
3. Visit the ICAC on the scheduled date with the following:
   
   
   • Original Indian Passport
   • Valid Thai/Korean Visa or Residence Permit (or local ID)
   • Original Aadhaar Card
   • A printed copy of the PoA
     
     
4. Submit the application and pay the required fee (in cash or via debit/credit card). Refer to the “Fee Details” section for current charges.
   
   
5. Sign the PoA in front of the ICAC submission officer.
   
   
6. The document will be processed and typically returned within two working days.
   
   

For Foreign Nationals:

1. Get the PoA notarized and attested by the respective District Court or competent authority, as per your jurisdiction.
   
   
2. Refer to the “Jurisdiction” section for details.
   
   
3. Book your appointment on the Du Digital Global ICAC website.
   
   
4. Submit the application along with the required fee (in cash or via debit/credit card).
   
   
5. Your attested document will be returned after processing, usually within two working days.
   
   

4. What is the procedure for attesting an Affidavit or Declaration?

For Indian Nationals:

1. Prepare your Affidavit or Declaration as needed.
   
   
2. Book your appointment via the Du Digital Global ICAC portal according to your jurisdiction.
   
   
3. Visit the ICAC with the following:
   
   
   • Original Indian Passport
   • Valid Thai/Korean Visa or Residence Permit (or local ID)
   • Original Aadhaar Card
   • A printed copy of the Affidavit/Declaration
     
     
4. Submit your documents and pay the applicable fee (cash or debit/credit card).
   
   
5. Sign the document in the presence of the ICAC submission officer.
   
   
6. Processing usually takes two working days.

For Foreign Nationals:

1. The document must first be notarized and attested by the relevant local court or authority.
   
   
2. Check your appropriate jurisdiction via the “Jurisdiction” section.
   
   
3. Book your appointment on the Du Digital Global ICAC website.
   
   
4. Submit your application and pay the prescribed fee using any available payment method.
   
   
5. The attested documents will be returned after completion of the process.

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