Hong Kong Embassy Attestation Fees 2026: MEA Apostille for Jobs, Studies and Business in the SAR
Bankers moving to Central, coders at Cyberport, diamond traders in Tsim Sha Tsui and students bound for HKU all ask the same thing: what stamp do my Indian certificates need?
Direct answer: Hong Kong applies the Hague Apostille Convention, so an Indian document needs only the MEA apostille issued in New Delhi. There is no Hong Kong embassy in India and no consulate stamp to collect. Degrees are first verified by the state education department, personal papers by the Home Department, company papers by a Chamber of Commerce.
Is there really a "Hong Kong embassy" that attests documents?
No such counter exists in Delhi or Mumbai. Hong Kong, a Special Administrative Region of China, runs its own immigration system through the Immigration Department (ImmD). The Chinese Embassy and consulates in India handle mainland visas only.
What Hong Kong recognises is the apostille. The Convention was extended to the territory before 1997 and China kept it in force after the handover, so it has run without a break for decades. India's 2023 objection to mainland China's accession concerns the mainland, not Hong Kong's long-standing participation.
Definition: an apostille is a single certificate, here issued by India's Ministry of External Affairs, that confirms the signature and seal on a public document so another Convention member accepts it without further legalisation.
Which Hong Kong visas and filings ask for apostilled Indian documents?
Employment under the General Employment Policy
Most Indian professionals arrive on a GEP employment visa sponsored by a Hong Kong company. The apostilled degree proves the qualification, experience letters prove the track record, and some employers add a Police Clearance Certificate to confirm a clean record. The Top Talent Pass Scheme and the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme also rely on degree evidence.
Dependants joining the worker
A sponsored professional can bring a spouse and unmarried children under 18 as dependants, proved by the apostilled marriage certificate and each child's apostilled birth certificate.
Students and fresh graduates
Students admitted to HKU, CUHK, HKUST, PolyU or CityU may need apostilled 12th certificates, transcripts and degrees; many later stay on through IANG, the scheme for non-local graduates.
Business, banking and marriage
Founders forming a Hong Kong limited company or opening corporate bank accounts are asked for apostilled incorporation papers and board resolutions. Couples marrying at a Hong Kong marriage registry may need an apostilled single status affidavit.
Degree certificate attestation for Hong Kong, step by step
Employers in finance, technology, logistics and hospitality want the highest qualification; universities want the papers behind an admission offer:
- Bachelor's or master's degree (B.Tech, BCA, MBA, M.Sc)
- Transcripts or semester marksheets
- Provisional certificate if the degree is pending
- PhD degree for research posts
- 10th and 12th certificates for undergraduate admissions
- NotariseA notary certifies the original for the state.
- State education deskThe education or HRD department of the state where the university sits authenticates the degree; some states first confirm it with the university registrar.
- MEA apostilleThe Ministry of External Affairs fixes a numbered apostille sticker. Nothing further is stamped.
Marriage, birth, PCC and other personal papers
Marriage certificate attestation for Hong Kong and birth certificate attestation for Hong Kong start with a notary, move to the SDM in Delhi or the Home Department of the issuing state, and finish with the MEA apostille. Affidavits, divorce decrees and powers of attorney take the same path.
For PCC attestation for Hong Kong, a certificate issued by Passport Seva or a Regional Passport Office skips the state step and is apostilled by MEA directly. Experience certificate attestation for Hong Kong is treated as a personal document.
Company documents for Hong Kong subsidiaries, banks and buyers
Hong Kong ranks among India's largest trading partners, with gems, jewellery and electronics leading the flow. Indian firms using Hong Kong entities need apostilled records for the Companies Registry, banks and buyers:
- Certificate of incorporation, MOA and AOA of the Indian parent
- Board resolution approving a subsidiary or bank account
- Power of attorney for a Hong Kong agent
- Shareholder registers for KYC
- Certificate of Origin and commercial invoice
- GST registration and Importer Exporter Code
Route: authorised signatory, Indian Chamber of Commerce, then MEA apostille.
Hong Kong embassy attestation fees and timelines
| Document | Our all-inclusive charge | Typical working days (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Police Clearance Certificate (Passport Seva) | ₹1,000 – ₹1,500 | 2 – 4 |
| Birth certificate | From ₹1,500 | 5 – 8 |
| Marriage certificate | ₹1,500 – ₹2,500 | 5 – 8 |
| Degree, diploma or transcripts | Quoted by state/university | 7 – 20 |
| Commercial and corporate documents | Quoted per document | 4 – 7 |
Hong Kong charges no consular fee because there is no consular stage. Our quote covers notary, state or Chamber verification, the MEA apostille, handling and return courier. Day ranges are estimates.
What to send us for a Hong Kong file
- Original certificates, never laminated
- Passport copy matching the names on the documents
- Offer letter or admission letter if you have one
English is an official language in Hong Kong alongside Chinese, so Indian documents in English are accepted as they stand. Hindi or regional-language certificates need an English translation.
Errors that slow Hong Kong applications
- Name spelling differs between passport, degree and offer letter
- Assuming the Chinese Embassy must stamp the paper
- Confusing the High Court Registry's apostille (Hong Kong documents) with India's MEA apostille
Why choose INFINITYGRO for Hong Kong paperwork
We apostille papers for engineers, analysts, chefs and scholars bound for Hong Kong. Couriers collect anywhere in India, our office at C-5 A/2, New Ashok Nagar, Delhi, tracks each step, and updates come on WhatsApp at +91 85955 58517 or +91 85120 89575.
Hong Kong official contact details
With no embassy in India, these are the offices that matter for Hong Kong:
| Office | Address | Phone / email | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immigration Department (visas, employment, dependants, students, marriage registration) | Immigration Headquarters, 61 Po Yap Road, Tseung Kwan O, New Territories, Hong Kong | Hotline +852 2824 6111; fax +852 2877 7711; enquiry@immd.gov.hk | www.immd.gov.hk |
| High Court Registry, apostille service (Hong Kong-issued documents only) | Room LG115, LG1, High Court Building, 38 Queensway, Hong Kong | +852 2825 4226; apostilleserviceenquiry@judiciary.hk | www.judiciary.hk |
| Consulate General of India, Hong Kong (for Indians in Hong Kong) | Unit A, 16th Floor, United Centre, 95 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong | +852 3970 9900; cg.hongkong@mea.gov.in; consular submission 09:30 – 12:30 on working days | www.cgihk.gov.in |
Details checked October 2026; confirm timings with the mission before visiting.
Hong Kong apostille FAQs
Is there a Hong Kong embassy in India for attestation?
No. Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region and has no embassy in India. Indian documents for Hong Kong are apostilled by the Ministry of External Affairs, and that apostille is the final step before you submit them.
Does Hong Kong accept the MEA apostille?
Yes. The Hague Apostille Convention has applied to Hong Kong continuously since before 1997, so ImmD, universities, banks and registries accept an MEA apostille. If any office raises a doubt, ask for its requirement in writing and share it with us.
Does India's 2023 objection to China affect Hong Kong?
India's objection related to mainland China's 2023 accession. Hong Kong applied the Convention long before and still does. If unsure, confirm with the receiving Hong Kong authority before you file.
What are the Hong Kong embassy attestation fees?
Our all-inclusive charges begin at ₹1,000 to ₹1,500 for a Passport Seva PCC, from ₹1,500 for a birth certificate and ₹1,500 to ₹2,500 for a marriage certificate. Degrees depend on the state and university; commercial documents are quoted per document.
Which documents do I need for a GEP employment visa?
Employers usually request the apostilled highest degree, supporting transcripts, experience letters and sometimes a PCC. The exact list is set by the sponsor and ImmD, so share your offer letter and we will match the documents to it.
How do I bring my wife and children to Hong Kong?
Apply for dependant visas once your own visa is approved. The marriage certificate apostilled by MEA proves the marriage, and each child's apostilled birth certificate proves parentage for unmarried children under 18.
Do Hong Kong universities need apostilled transcripts?
Many admission offices accept scanned transcripts initially but ask for verified or apostilled copies before enrolment or for the student visa. Check your offer letter; apostilling degrees and marksheets early avoids last-minute delays.
Do I need a Chinese translation for Hong Kong?
Usually not. English is an official language of Hong Kong, so English-language Indian documents are accepted. Only certificates printed in Hindi or another Indian language need an English translation.
Can company documents be apostilled for a Hong Kong subsidiary?
Yes. Incorporation certificates, MOA, AOA, board resolutions and powers of attorney are attested by a Chamber of Commerce and then apostilled by MEA, which satisfies the Companies Registry, banks and local service providers.
How long does a Hong Kong apostille take?
A Passport Seva PCC is often apostilled in two to four working days. Birth and marriage certificates take roughly a week, while degrees can take one to three weeks depending on the state's verification queue.