Zambia Embassy Attestation

Zambia Embassy Attestation is the process of authenticating documents issued in India for use in Zambia.

Types of Documents for Attestation:

  1. Educational documents (degrees, diplomas, transcripts)
  2. Non-educational documents (birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce certificates)
  3. Commercial documents (invoices, certificates of origin)

Step-by-Step Process:

  1. HRD (Human Resource Development) Attestation: Get documents attested from HRD department of issuing state.
  2. MEA (Ministry of External Affairs) Attestation: Submit HRD-attested documents to MEA.
  3. Zambia High Commission Attestation: Submit MEA-attested documents to Zambia High Commission.

Required Documents:

  1. Original document
  2. Photocopy
  3. Passport copy
  4. Visa copy (if applicable)

Fees and Processing Time:

  • Fees:
  • Educational documents: ₹2,500 – ₹4,000
  • Non-educational documents: ₹2,000 – ₹3,500
  • Commercial documents: ₹3,500 – ₹5,500
  • Processing time: Typically 3-5 working days (normal), 1-2 working days (expedited)

Zambia High Commission in India Contact Information:

  • Address: N-14, Panchsheel Park, New Delhi – 110017

Additional Requirements:

  1. Documents must be translated into English.
  2. Certificate of authenticity from registered translator may be required.
  3. Commercial documents require Chamber of Commerce attestation.

Important Notes:

  1. Zambia High Commission may require additional documentation/verification.
  2. Attestation fees subject to change.

Special Instructions:

  1. Ensure documents are apostilled or attested by Indian authorities before submitting.
  2. Verify requirements with Zambia High Commission before submission.

Certification Requirements:

For educational documents:

  • Verification from university/institution
  • Attestation from HRD/AICTE/MHRD

For non-educational documents:

  • Attestation from State Home Department

For commercial documents:

  • Attestation from Chamber of Commerce

Travel Advisory:

Consult the Indian government’s travel advisory before traveling to Zambia.

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