Zimbabwe Embassy Attestation is the process of authenticating documents issued in India for use in Zimbabwe.
Types of Documents for Attestation:
- Educational documents (degrees, diplomas, transcripts)
- Non-educational documents (birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce certificates)
- Commercial documents (invoices, certificates of origin)
Step-by-Step Process:
- HRD (Human Resource Development) Attestation: Get documents attested from HRD department of issuing state.
- MEA (Ministry of External Affairs) Attestation: Submit HRD-attested documents to MEA.
- Zimbabwe Embassy Attestation: Submit MEA-attested documents to Zimbabwe Embassy.
Required Documents:
- Original document
- Photocopy
- Passport copy
- Visa copy (if applicable)
Fees and Processing Time:
- Fees:
- Educational documents: ₹3,000 – ₹5,000
- Non-educational documents: ₹2,500 – ₹4,000
- Commercial documents: ₹4,000 – ₹6,000
- Processing time: Typically 5-7 working days (normal), 2-3 working days (expedited)
Zimbabwe Embassy in India Contact Information:
- Address: E-6, Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi – 110021
Additional Requirements:
- Documents must be translated into English.
- Certificate of authenticity from registered translator may be required.
- Commercial documents require Chamber of Commerce attestation.
Important Notes:
- Zimbabwe Embassy may require additional documentation/verification.
- Attestation fees subject to change.
Special Instructions:
- Ensure documents are apostilled or attested by Indian authorities before submitting.
- Verify requirements with Zimbabwe Embassy 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 Zimbabwe.
FAQs:
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