Government Document Legalisation Bureau

🇷🇺Apostille for Russia

A formally administered MEA Apostille chain for Russia, prepared for submission to Russian ministries, employers, universities and migration authorities under the Hague Convention.

Hague Convention Route Free Doorstep Pickup Est. 2008
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Article I — Legal Basis

Recognition of Indian Documents in the Russian Federation


The Russian Federation acceded to the 1961 Hague Apostille Convention, which means Indian public documents carrying an MEA apostille sticker are accepted by Russian authorities without further consular legalisation. This applies uniformly to educational records, civil-status certificates and commercial instruments submitted for Russia.

  • Degree, diploma and transcript records accepted by Russian universities and HR departments
  • Birth, marriage and single-status certificates accepted for family and residency filings
  • Commercial invoices, MOAs and certificates of origin recognised for registered trade
Article II — Procedure

The Prescribed Apostille Sequence


Four sequential stages, executed on your behalf without any office visit required.

I

Notarial Verification

The original instrument is examined and endorsed by a Notary Public where the document category requires it.

II

SDM / HRD / Chamber Endorsement

State Home Department, HRD Directorate or Chamber of Commerce validates the document class before onward submission.

III

Ministry of External Affairs Apostille

The MEA affixes the official apostille sticker, the single certificate of authenticity recognised throughout Russia.

IV

Tracked Dispatch

Apostilled originals are securely couriered back with status confirmation at each stage.

Article III — Schedule of Fees

Turnaround Time and Statutory Fee Schedule


Standard turnaround is 4 to 7 working days from doorstep pickup. The applicable processing fee is determined by document classification, as set out below.

Schedule of Apostille Fees — Russia
Document CategoryExamplesFee (INR)
EducationalDegree, diploma, mark sheets, transcripts₹2,000 – ₹2,500
PersonalBirth, marriage, PCC, single-status certificates₹2,000 – ₹3,500
CommercialInvoices, certificates of origin, MOAs₹2,500 – ₹5,000
OtherPower of attorney and miscellaneous instruments₹2,500 – ₹6,000
Article IV — Purpose of Use

Where Apostilled Documents Are Required in Russia


Russia Work Permit

Employers and migration authorities request apostilled degree certificates, police clearance certificates and experience letters when sponsoring a foreign work permit or labour patent.

Russia Residence Permit

Temporary residence (RVP) and permanent residence applications commonly require apostilled birth, marriage or single-status certificates depending on family circumstances.

Article V — Requirements

Documents to Be Furnished


  • Original document requiring apostille
  • Clear photocopy of the original
  • Government-issued identity proof (passport or Aadhaar card)
  • Duly completed application form
  • Notary endorsement, where applicable to the document class
Article VI — Related Instruments

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Article VII — Assurance of Service

Why Clients Trust IndiaAttest For russia

MEA Authorised

Operating since 2008 across every apostille category.

Free Doorstep Pickup

Collection and tracked return, anywhere in India.

Dedicated Case Officer

One point of contact tracks your file end to end.

4–7 Working Days

Predictable turnaround from pickup to delivery.

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Article VIII — Frequently Asked Questions

Apostille Apostille for Russia — FAQ

Yes. The Russian Federation is a long-standing member of the 1961 Hague Convention, so a single MEA apostille sticker is sufficient for Indian documents used there — no embassy legalisation step is required.

Employers and migration authorities in Russia typically request an apostilled degree certificate, police clearance certificate and sometimes an experience letter as part of a work permit or labour patent application.

Yes. Applications for a temporary residence permit (RVP) or permanent residence in Russia generally require apostilled birth, marriage or single-status certificates, depending on the applicant's family situation.

Most files move through Notary, SDM/HRD or Chamber of Commerce verification and the MEA apostille desk within 4 to 7 working days of doorstep pickup, subject to the issuing state's own processing pace.

Yes. Once affixed, the MEA apostille sticker is a self-sufficient certificate of authenticity recognised by Russian government departments, universities and employers without further Indian embassy involvement.

Educational documents range Rs 2,000–2,500, personal documents Rs 2,000–3,500, commercial documents Rs 2,500–5,000 and other documents Rs 2,500–6,000, confirmed exactly once we review your paperwork.

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