India Marriage Visa Document Guide
Party to the Apostille Convention. The issuing authority differs by state and region. Apostille from the MEA (Ministry of External Affairs).
📋 Required Documents
Marriage Certificate
Apostille required
Birth certificate
With apostille
Criminal record certificate
Within 6 months of issuance
Passport copy
Copy of all pages
Photo (3.5×4.5cm)
Taken within the last 6 months
📄 Marriage Record
Marriage Certificate
Party to the Apostille Convention. The issuing authority differs by state and region. Apostille from the MEA (Ministry of External Affairs).
⚠️ Important Notes
The issuing authority differs by state
Apostille from the MEA (Ministry of External Affairs)
Both Hindi and English documents are possible
Hindu, Islamic, and Christian marriage documents each differ
🗓️ Process Steps
- 1
Register Marriage
Register the marriage with the local authority in India and obtain a marriage certificate
- 2
Obtain Apostille
Obtain an apostille from the local apostille authority (it varies by country: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, courts, local government, etc.)
- 3
Korean Translation & Notarization
Translation by a certified translator, followed by notarization at a notary office in Korea
- 4
Prepare Visa Application Documents
Prepare additional documents such as a criminal record certificate, passport copy, and photos
- 5
Embassy or Immigration Submission
Processing time varies depending on the competent authority and the time of filing, so it must be confirmed individually.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Which authority issues Indian marriage certificates?
A. It differs by state. Generally, it is issued by the Municipal Corporation or the Sub-Registrar Office.
Q. Where do I get the apostille?
A. It is issued by India's MEA (Ministry of External Affairs) or an RPO (Regional Passport Office).
India Marriage Visa Document Guide
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