Legal Attestation
Legal attestation is the chain of stamps that makes a Pakistani document acceptable abroad. We handle the full chain — Notary, MOFA Islamabad & Karachi and the destination embassy — for marriage, birth, death, education and authorisation documents.
The Pakistani attestation chain
For most documents: Notary Public → relevant provincial department (if applicable) → Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) Islamabad & Karachi → foreign foreign embassy (Islamabad or Karachi). Each step must be completed in the correct order, otherwise the next office will refuse the document.
Apostille and the Hague Convention
Pakistan acceded to the Apostille Convention. For member countries an apostille can replace embassy attestation. We advise on whether apostille or traditional attestation is right for your destination.
What's included
- Notary Public attestation
- MOFA Islamabad & Karachi attestation
- Embassy attestation
- Apostille guidance where applicable
- Courier delivery worldwide
Who is this for?
- ›Overseas Pakistanis needing attested family documents
- ›Spouse visa applicants
- ›Students needing attested education / family documents
- ›Companies authorising representatives abroad
Documents required
- ›Original document to be attested
- ›CNIC / Passport copies of holder
- ›Authorisation letter (if processed through us)
How the process works
- 01
Document Check
We confirm the document is in attestable format.
- 02
Notary / Provincial Stamp
First-level attestation completed.
- 03
MOFA Islamabad & Karachi
Ministry of Foreign Affairs attestation.
- 04
Embassy Attestation
Destination embassy stamp obtained.
- 05
Courier Delivery
Original couriered to you anywhere in the world.
Frequently asked questions
How long does MOFA attestation take?+
MOFA attestation in Islamabad & Karachi is typically completed within 1–3 working days once the document reaches our representative. Embassy attestation timelines depend on the specific embassy.
Do I need to travel to Islamabad or Karachi?+
No. We handle the entire attestation chain on your behalf — you simply courier or hand the document over in Karachi and receive it back attested.
Can you attest documents for non-Hague countries?+
Yes. For non-Hague countries we complete full embassy attestation in Islamabad & Karachi. For Hague members we arrange apostille where applicable.