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If an individual is applying for a visa to a foreign country, it is mandatory to have the death certificate attested. This attestation involves the verification and legalization of the document by the Home Department of the state from which the death certificate was issued.
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What is Death Certificate Attestation?
Death Certificate Attestation is a crucial step in the document legalization process. It involves obtaining an attestation stamp from designated officials, typically in the country where the certificate was issued, in this case, India.
To obtain a death certificate for attestation, you need to approach the registrar or sub-registrar in the area where the death occurred. They are responsible for issuing the certificate, which can then be submitted for attestation.
Once the Death Certificate Attestation is complete, it serves as a legal document that is recognized and accepted internationally. With Pearling Global Services, you can ensure that this process is handled professionally and efficiently, making your international legal undertakings smoother and hassle-free.
Why need a Death Certificate Attestation?
Attestation of a death certificate is a confirmation of the document’s authenticity. This sort of attestation is categorized under personal certificate verification.
It’s mandatory to have attestations on a death certificate for its use in foreign nations. They serve as undeniable evidence that the person referred to in the certificate is no longer alive.
The attestation assures foreign authorities of the document’s legitimacy, making it a mandatory step for international dealings. When a person travels to a foreign country, they may need the attested death certificate for several reasons, including:
- Receiving pension benefits from abroad
- Claiming life insurance from abroad
- Settling estates overseas
- Getting married abroad
What is the Process for a Death Certificate Attestation?
The attestation of a death certificate isn’t a simple process. Before the final attestation many steps need to be completed. Here are the steps for attesting or legalizing a Death Certificate in India.
If the embassy mandates that the Death Certificate has to be attested by the State Home Department, then the process is as follows:
- The Death Certificate is sent to the District for verification by the State Home Department.
- Once the verification is received from the District, the State Home Department will attest the original Death Certificate.
- After attestation by the State Home Department, the original Death Certificate is sent to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), New Delhi for further attestation or legalization.
- Upon attestation from the MEA, the Death Certificate is sent to the Embassy/Consulate of the host country for further attestation or legalization.
However, if the embassy does not mandate attestation by the State Home Department, then the process is slightly different:
- The Death Certificate is sent for attestation by a Notary and the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM).
- Once received from the Notary and SDM, the original Death Certificate is sent to the MEA, New Delhi for further attestation or legalization.
- After attestation from the MEA, the Death Certificate is sent to the Embassy/Consulate of the host country for further attestation or legalization.
It’s important to note that these are general processes and may vary slightly depending on specific circumstances or requirements.
Attestation of a Death Certificate should be carried out in the country where the certificate was originally issued. If the certificate is to be used in India, it must be authenticated by the appropriate Home Department/MEA and the corresponding embassy of the destination country. The attestation of a death certificate is typically performed by a gazetted officer, a notary public, or a death registrar.
Documents Required for Death Certificate Attestation
The documents necessary for Death Certificate Attestation, which includes the attestation by the State Home Department, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in New Delhi, and the Embassy, extend beyond the original certificate that needs to be attested. The following documents are required:
- The Original Death Certificate
- A copy of the Certificate holder’s passport
- Two passport-sized photographs
