Basic Apostille Process in Pakistan - Step By Step Guide

An apostille is a certificate that verifies the authenticity of a document for use in countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention of 1961. It confirms:

• The document's origin

• The authenticity of the signature

• The authority of the official who signed it

📌 Note: Pakistan officially joined the Hague Apostille Convention in March 2023.

Apostille certificates are now issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in Pakistan.

Why Do You Need an Apostille in Pakistan?

If you're submitting Pakistani documents in countries like the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, UAE, or any Hague Convention country, an apostille is required instead of embassy attestation.

Common documents needing apostille:

• Birth & Marriage Certificates

• Educational Documents (Degrees, Transcripts)

• Power of Attorney

• Business Agreements

• Court Decisions and Legal Papers

Our Apostille Services at Nazia Law Associate

We simplify the complex government process for you. Our team handles:

✅ Document Preparation & Verification

✅ Attestation from Relevant Authorities

✅ Submission to MOFA for Apostille Certificate

✅ Legal Translation (if required)

✅ Safe Return or Courier of Completed Documents

We serve clients across Lahore, Islamabad, Karachi, and other cities with both urgent and standard processing timelines.

Apostille Process in Pakistan: Step-by-Step

1. Document Verification – We check for authenticity and prepare the file

2. Notarization – Documents notarized by a public notary/lawyer

3. MOFA Submission – File is submitted to Ministry of Foreign Affairs

4. Apostille Certificate Issued – Certificate is attached by MOFA

5. Delivery – Client receives the final attested/apostilled document

   
   

How Long Does Apostille Take in Pakistan?

Processing time:

• Standard: 4–7 working days

• Urgent: 1–2 working days (depends on document type)

We provide same-day document pick-up and drop-off for clients in major cities.

Apostille Fees in Pakistan (2025)

The cost depends on the type and number of documents. At Nazia Law Associate, we offer transparent pricing with no hidden charges.

Typical Range:

• Personal Documents: Starting from Rs. 15,000

• Commercial Documents: Starting from Rs. 20,000

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For a custom quote, contact us at 📞 [Siddique Trade Center] or WhatsApp 📲 [0324-4207207]

Why Choose Nazia Law Associate?

✔️ Registered Legal Experts

✔️ Experienced in Document Attestation

✔️ MOFA Submission Guaranteed

✔️ Urgent Services Available

✔️ Client Support across Pakistan & Abroad

Whether you're applying for a visa, job, university, or foreign court, trust Nazia Law Associate to handle your document apostille with professionalism.

FAQs – Apostille in Pakistan

Q: Is apostille same as attestation?

A: Apostille is a special form of attestation used for Hague Convention countries. For others, embassy attestation may still be required.

Q: Can you apostille documents for use in UAE or Saudi Arabia?

A: These countries are not part of the Hague Convention. For them, we provide embassy attestation services instead.

Q: Do I need to visit MOFA myself?