Sierra Leone Embassy Attestation

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

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. Sierra Leone High Commission Attestation: Submit MEA-attested documents to Sierra Leone High Commission.

Required Documents:

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

Fees and Processing Time:

  • Fees:
  • Educational documents: ₹3,500 – ₹5,500
  • Non-educational documents: ₹3,000 – ₹5,000
  • Commercial documents: ₹5,000 – ₹7,000
  • Processing time: Typically 5-7 working days (normal), 2-3 working days (expedited)

Sierra Leone High Commission in India Contact Information:

  • Address: 41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi – 110057

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.

Alternative Options:

  1. Outsource attestation process to reputable agency/service provider.
  2. Contact Sierra Leone High Commission directly.

Important Notes:

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

Additional considerations:

  • Sierra Leone High Commission attestation required for employment, education, business documents.
  • Tourism/personal travel documents may require attestation.

Special Instructions:

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

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