The route for Iraq
Andhra Pradesh state authentication → MEA attestation → Iraq Embassy in India.
State authentication in Andhra Pradesh — the office depends on the type of document (table below).
MEA attestation. MEA does not accept documents directly from individuals — they are submitted through MEA's authorised outsourcing agencies or a facilitation service like ours.
Legalisation by the Iraq Embassy or Consulate in India. Some countries add a further check by their Ministry of Foreign Affairs after arrival — we confirm the exact chain for your document.
Return courier to your address.
Who authenticates documents from Tirupati
| Document type | Examples | Authenticated in Andhra Pradesh by |
|---|---|---|
| Educational | Degree, diploma, mark sheets | The YAT&C Department, Andhra Pradesh Secretariat, Amaravati |
| Personal | Birth, marriage, PCC, affidavit | The General Administration Department (Protocol / Law & Order), Government of Andhra Pradesh |
| Commercial | Invoice, certificate of origin, company papers | A recognised Chamber of Commerce |
Sources: MEA list of designated signing authorities (Aug 2024) · HCCH Apostille Convention status table.
Documents from Tirupati for Iraq
Degree certificate — authenticated by the YAT&C Department; typically needed for work visas
Diploma certificate — authenticated by the YAT&C Department; typically needed for skilled-worker visas
Mark sheets (10th and 12th) — authenticated by the YAT&C Department; typically needed for student visas
Birth certificate — authenticated by the General Administration Department (Protocol / Law & Order); typically needed for family and dependant visas
Marriage certificate — authenticated by the General Administration Department (Protocol / Law & Order); typically needed for spouse and family visas
Death certificate — authenticated by the General Administration Department (Protocol / Law & Order); typically needed for insurance and pension claims
Divorce decree — authenticated by the General Administration Department (Protocol / Law & Order); typically needed for remarriage abroad
Police clearance certificate (PCC) — authenticated by the General Administration Department (Protocol / Law & Order); typically needed for work and residence visas
Affidavit — authenticated by the General Administration Department (Protocol / Law & Order); typically needed for name-change
Power of attorney — authenticated by the General Administration Department (Protocol / Law & Order); typically needed for property
Commercial documents — authenticated by a recognised Chamber of Commerce; typically needed for exports
What to send
The original document — MEA and the embassy do not attest ordinary photocopies
A photocopy of your passport
For degrees, the mark sheets or transcripts if the receiving authority in Iraq also asks for them
Translation
Documents for Arabic-speaking countries are often requested with a certified Arabic translation — check with the receiving authority before starting.
Collection from Tirupati
We collect documents free of charge from your home or office anywhere in India (pickup is not available from villages), and you can follow each stage online on our process status and return courier pages.
More: Iraq — full country guide · How embassy attestation works.
Frequently asked questions
Does Iraq accept an apostille from India?
No. Iraq is not a party to the Apostille Convention, so documents need MEA attestation followed by legalisation by the Iraq mission in India.
Who authenticates a degree issued in Tirupati?
The YAT&C Department, Andhra Pradesh Secretariat, Amaravati, before the MEA step.
Do I need to visit the embassy or MEA myself?
No. We submit your documents at each stage and courier them back to you.