Single Status Certificate Apostille | Unmarried Certificate

Introduction

A Single Status Certificate / Unmarried Certificate is a legal document that states that the person has never been married or the person is a legal single. This certificate is vital for those looking to marry outside the country, seek residency, or manage legal affairs abroad.

However, a Single Status Certificate cannot be applied for use beyond Australia until it is Apostilled or Attested to verify its validity. Read on to know the importance of Single Status Certificate Apostille & Attestation and how Yashvi Translation helps in making your process smoother.

What is a Single Status Certificate( unmarried Certificate)?

A Single Status Certificate is a declared certificate confirming that a person is unmarried, divorced, or widow. It is often required for:

✔ Foreign Marriage Registration

✔ Visa & Immigration Purposes

✔ International Legal and Business Transactions

✔ Official Change of Marital Status in the Records

It is required to get this document from respective government authorities like Municipal Corporation, revenue department or a Notary Public.

A complete guide to Apostille & Attestation of Single Status Certificate

What is Apostille?

An Apostille is a specialized form of authentication necessary for documents utilized in Hague Convention countries. The MEA issues an Apostille stamp that renders the document legally valid over more than 100 countries.

Features of Apostille Authentication:

• Validated in all the Hague Convention countries
• Embassy Attestation is not required
• Quick and simple process

What is Attestation?

Apostille is the only document you need when the requesting country coincides with the Hague Convention, but so Attestation is mandatory for countries that haven't subscribed to it. It is done through the verification of various government bodies as well as through the Embassy of the same country.

Steps in Attestation:

1. Notary Public Authentication – proves the authenticity of the document.
2. Govt of State Authentication — Home Department Verified.
3. MEA Attestation –The Ministry of External Affairs verifies the document.
4. Embassy Attestation –  Attestation by the respective country's embassy.

Difference Between Apostille & Attestation

Therefore Apostille or Attestation for a Single Status Certificate is Necessary

To legally marry, often to obtain residency or visa approval, a foreign country will require proof of marital status from its own delegates. Apostille or Attestation is the process to make sure that the Single Status Certificate is recognized by the global authorities.

Common Use Cases:

✔ Registration of Marriage in Other Countries

✔ Permanent Residency & Citizenship Applications

✔ Work Permit & Visa Processing

✔ Procedures for Legal Matters Based on Marital Status

How Yashvi Translation Makes the Apostille & Attestation Process Easy

1.Specialized Help & Consultation

Our simple step-by-step guidance helps you correctly and efficiently process your document.

2.Quick & Reliable Processing

We have extensive experience in document legalization and guarantee quick turnaround time without errors and delays.

3.Territory Embassy & Government Recognition

Our services are trusted and accepted by various embassies, consulates and international authorities.

4.Secure Document Handling

In case of online transactions, we provide confidentiality and safe processing for all personal documents.

5.Nationwide & Global Service

We offer doorstep pickup and delivery services throughout India and abroad.

Single Status Certificate: A Complete Guide to Apostille & Attestation Process

Step 1: Get the Certificate

• Obtain a Single Status Certificate from the local Municipal Authority, Court, or Notary Public.
• Verify that all personal information is accurate.

Step 2: Notary Public Authentication

It is notarized to verify its authenticity.

Step 3: Verifying the State Government

They forward the document to MEA after authentication by State Home Department.

Step 4: How to Obtain MEA Apostille or Attestation.

• For Hague Convention countries → Authentication stamp is issued.
• In case of non-Hague countries → MEA Attestation.

Step 5: Embassy Attestation (If Required)

In non-Hague Convention countries, the document is attested with the concerned Embassy.

Step 6: Delivery of the Final Document

The applicant receives the Apostilled or Attested Single Status Certificate.

Common Queries (Questions and Answers)

1.Single Status Certificate Apostille or Attestation processing time

• Apostille: 2-5 working days
• Attestation:  5-15 days as per Embassy norms.

2.How to apply in abroad for the Single Status Certificate Apostille?

You can actually send your documents through a courier in order to perform the process remotely.

3.Is Apostille needed for abroad marriage?

Yes, a marriage license is required in many countries, and to obtain it you must submit an Apostilled Single Status Certificate.

4.Is it possible to have my Single Status Certificate translated?

Yes, we do offer single status certificate translation services for the Spanish, French, German, Arabic, Chinese, and other languages.

5.Laminated documents, do they need to de-laminate?

Any laminated document, including the documents mentioned in the notes, must be de-laminated before authentication.

Conclusion

The Certificate of No Impediment to a Single Status is a vital document when it comes to international marriage, visa applications, or legal proceedings. It is essential to ensure its authenticity through Apostille / Attestation for seamless submission or approval in any foreign nation.

To make your Apostille, Attestation, and Translation services without the hassle, Yashvi Translation provides fast, trustworthy, legally valid and secure services.