Attestation Services for NRIs
Affidavit for NRI in India: Drafting and Attestation
Correct stamp paper, correct wording, correct signatures.
Quick answer
An affidavit is a written statement of facts that you swear or affirm to be true, usually on stamp paper and signed before a notary public in India. NRIs use affidavits for name change, gap and identity declarations. We4NRI drafts it, arranges notarisation and, where needed, apostille.
An affidavit is a sworn written statement on stamp paper. We4NRI drafts it, gets it notarised in India and arranges apostille if you need it abroad.
What this service covers
Indian offices and foreign authorities often ask for a sworn statement. A change of name, a mismatch between two documents, a gap in education or employment, a declaration of identity or relationship: these are commonly handled with an affidavit. The wording must match what the receiving office expects, or the document comes back.
The details vary. Stamp paper value changes by state and purpose, notaries verify identity in their own way, and some offices want plain notarisation while others want attestation and apostille as well. Rules and forms change, so check current requirements. We4NRI prepares the draft and keeps the sequence in order.
We work from Chennai, Tamil Nadu for NRIs and OCIs in the USA, UAE, UK, Canada, Australia, Singapore, Malaysia and Europe. We are a private facilitator, not a law firm or a government office, and we do not give legal advice.
Who this is for
- NRIs who need a name change or name mismatch affidavit to align two sets of documents.
- Applicants who need a gap affidavit explaining a break in studies or work.
- Families who need an affidavit of identity, relationship or address for Indian or foreign offices.
- Parents giving consent for a minor child to travel or apply for documents.
How it works, step by step
- 1
Define the purpose
We ask who will read the affidavit and what they need it to say, so it is not rejected for the wrong reason.
- 2
Draft the statement
We write a clear, factual draft and send it for review. You confirm every detail before anything is signed.
- 3
Stamp paper and signing
We arrange stamp paper of the value the state usually requires. Signing happens before a notary in India or at an Indian mission, as the case requires.
- 4
Notarisation
A notary public verifies identity, witnesses the signature and records the act in the notarial register.
- 5
Attestation and delivery
If the affidavit is going abroad, we arrange the next layers, such as state attestation and apostille, then courier it with tracking.
Documents to keep ready
Tick what you already have. We will use it to focus your first call on what is missing.
Key facts at a glance
- Document type
- Sworn written statement of facts, usually on stamp paper
- Verified by
- Notary public or an authorised officer
- Common uses
- Name change, gap, identity, relationship, consent and address statements
- Often needed next
- State attestation and MEA apostille for foreign use
- Not included
- Legal advice. Complex matters should go to a practising advocate.
Affidavit, notarisation, attestation and apostille explained
These words get mixed up often. Each one is a different layer of proof.
| Term | What it means |
|---|---|
| Affidavit | A written statement of facts that you swear or affirm to be true. |
| Notarisation | A notary public verifies your identity and witnesses your signature. |
| Attestation | A government office confirms the signature or seal of the notary or officer. |
| Apostille | A certificate from the Ministry of External Affairs that helps the document be accepted in Hague Convention countries. |
Mistakes to avoid
- Using ordinary paper where the state or office expects stamp paper.
- Writing facts that your supporting documents do not back up.
- Forgetting that the person making the statement must sign and that identity must match.
- Treating notarisation as the final step when the destination also wants apostille.
Questions about affidavit services for nris
An affidavit records facts under oath. NRIs use it to explain name differences, declare identity, explain gaps, give consent or support an application when an original document is missing. The receiving office decides whether it is enough.
It commonly is, and the value depends on the state and the purpose of the document. Some offices accept plain paper with notarisation, others do not. We check the rule for your location and the receiving office before printing.
Share the documents showing the facts and the format the receiving office wants. We draft it, you review it, and it is signed before a notary. The office decides whether the statement is accepted, so we match their wording.
Often yes, before an Indian mission or a local notary, or through a representative where the receiving office allows it. Routes differ by office. We tell you which route is accepted before you sign anything.
After notarisation, the document usually goes through state attestation and then an MEA apostille, or embassy attestation for countries outside the Hague Convention. We arrange each layer in order and courier the final set to you.
If it will be used in a Hague Convention country, usually yes, after notarisation and attestation. Other countries may need embassy attestation. Check the destination requirement first and share it with us, so the layers are arranged in the right order.
No. We are a document assistance service, not a law firm. We draft factual statements from the information you give us and refer legal questions to a practising advocate. You review and confirm every detail before signing.
Last updated 27 October 2026. Rules and fees change, so we confirm the current position before we start your order.
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