SELF-ATTESTED DOCUMENTS
Self-Attested Documents, Notarized and Apostilled
Asked for a self-attested passport copy or proof of address for India, a foreign company or a bank abroad? We prepare the self-attestation statements, notarize them at your home or office and handle the apostille.
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SELF-ATTESTATION
Notarized and apostilled
Statements prepared to the recipient's checklist.
- Passport and ID copies
- Proof of address
- India director filings (DIN and DSC)
- Foreign banks and registries
What a self-attested document is
Documents we commonly prepare as self-attested copies
- Passport copies, including the photo and address pages
- Driver's licenses and other government photo IDs
- Proof of address, such as a recent utility bill or bank statement
- Diplomas, transcripts and professional certificates
- Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) and PAN cards
- Employment letters and pay records
Where self-attested documents are commonly required
| Destination or purpose | What is typically requested |
|---|---|
| India: company directors (DIN and digital signature certificate) | Self-attested passport copy and recent proof of address, notarized and apostilled, often with a signature verification form |
| India: banking, property and family matters | Self-attested ID and address proof, notarized and apostilled |
| Foreign company registries and banks | Self-attested or certified copies of identification for officers and shareholders |
| Foreign universities and employers | Self-attested copies of degrees and transcripts, sometimes notarized |
Requirements vary by authority, and the checklist from the receiving office, law firm or company secretary always governs. We review it before your appointment.
Ready to get started?
Tell us what you need, and we will take care of every step.
A real example: an Indian subsidiary director appointment
How we handle it
- 1
Send us the checklist and the documents
PDF attachments are best. We review the requirements, the copies and any draft statements, and flag anything that needs correcting.
- 2
We prepare the self-attestation statements
Each statement identifies the specific document, its number or date and the signer, with the wording the recipient expects.
- 3
Notarization at your home or office
You sign each statement in front of a Massachusetts notary anywhere in Greater Boston, and we complete the notarial certificates.
- 4
Apostille and delivery
We file each document with the Secretary of the Commonwealth, email scans for review, and ship the originals worldwide with tracking.
Good to know
One apostille per document
Each notarized self-attested copy receives its own apostille, issued for the destination country.
Use a recent proof of address
Many authorities want a utility bill or bank statement issued within the last two or three months.
Names must match
The name on the statement, the copy and your identification should match exactly. Tell us about any variations at the start.
India apostilles
India is a member of the Apostille Convention, so a Massachusetts apostille completes the authentication. See Apostille for India.
Common mistakes we help you avoid
- Signing "self-attested" on a photocopy and stopping there. Documents for use abroad usually need notarization and an apostille as well.
- Statements with the wrong date or document. Each statement must describe the specific document it covers.
- Restricted file links. Send documents as attachments, so they can be reviewed and printed before the appointment.
- An old utility bill. Check how recent the proof of address must be.
- Missing the signature verification form. Indian company filings often require one alongside the self-attested copies.
Official sources
- Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth: apostilles and certifications
- M.G.L. c. 222, §15: notarial certificates
- Hague Conference: Apostille Convention status table
Requirements change, and the receiving office always has the final word. We confirm current requirements with every quote.
Frequently asked questions
What does "self-attested" mean?
It means you sign a copy of your own document to declare that it is a true copy of the original. For use abroad, the self-attestation is usually notarized and apostilled.
Can a self-attested copy be apostilled in Massachusetts?
Yes. You sign a self-attestation statement in front of a Massachusetts notary, and the Secretary of the Commonwealth apostilles the notary's signature.
Do you prepare the self-attestation statement?
Yes. We can prepare it to match the recipient's checklist, or review the wording you have been given.
Is this the same as a certified copy?
Not quite. In a copy certification, the notary certifies the copy. In a self-attestation, you declare the copy is true, and the notary notarizes your signature. The recipient decides which it accepts.
Can you come to my home or office?
Yes. We come to you anywhere in Greater Boston, including for executives and multiple signers.
Need self-attested documents for India or abroad?
Send us the checklist and your documents, and we will prepare everything for a single appointment.