NRI Marriage Documentation

Bachelorhood Certificate

A Bachelorhood Certificate / Single-Status Certificate / Certificate of No Impediment (CNI) is an essential legal document required by foreign authorities when an Indian citizen intends to get married abroad., also known as a Single-Status Certificate or Certificate of No Impediment, is an official document that confirms an individual is unmarried and legally eligible to marry

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A Bachelorhood Certificate / Single-Status Certificate / Certificate of No Impediment (CNI) is an essential legal document required by foreign authorities when an Indian citizen intends to get married abroad. At Legal Light Consulting (LLC Lawyer), we specialize in assisting individuals—NRIs, Indian residents, and foreign nationals of Indian origin—in obtaining this certificate quickly, legally, and without hassle.

Where the Certificate Is Issued

The certificate is issued by a competent Court or the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) having jurisdiction over the residential address of the applicant. Depending on the requirements of the destination country, the certificate may be issued either in the form of:

  • A Single-Status Certificate, or

  • A Sworn Affidavit notarized and authenticated by the SDM

 In India, the certificate is issued by:

  • Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM)

  • Family Court with jurisdiction over the applicant’s residence

Legal Light Consulting ensures proper filing, affidavit preparation, and verification with the competent authority.

 

Contact to Get Bachelorhood Certificate / Single-Status Certificate Services

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Single-Status Certificate - for non-Hague countries

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Certificate of Bachelorhood / Single-Status / Eligibility to Marry

Procedure & Attestation Requirements

  1. Application Filing – Drafting affidavit and submitting documents

  2. SDM / Court Verification – Certificate issuance after due diligence

  3. State Home Department Attestation – Authentication of SDM/Court signature

  4. MEA Apostille / Attestation – Required for Hague Convention countries

  5. Embassy / Consulate Legalization – Final step for non-Hague countries

Validity of the Certificate

Most countries accept certificates issued within the last 3–6 months. For smooth processing, Legal Light Consulting advises obtaining a fresh certificate close to your marriage or visa application date.

We provide secure courier delivery of your attested certificate to:

  • Your residence in India

  • Your address abroad

  • Directly to the concerned embassy or consulate

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Why Choose Legal Light Consulting?

We streamline the entire process—from documentation to verification—ensuring quick, reliable, and legally compliant issuance of your Single-Status Certificate. Our team handles:

  • Drafting of affidavit

  • Filing with SDM/Court

  • Coordination with State Home Department

  • MEA attestation/apostille

  • End-to-end guidance for international marriage documentation

With our expertise in NRI family law and cross-border legal procedures, we ensure that your marriage documentation is handled with precision, speed, and full compliance with international standards.

After Home Department authentication, the document must be submitted to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), CPV Division, New Delhi.

MEA Attestation (for Non-Hague Countries)

Required for countries not included in the Hague Convention—for example: UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, China, Thailand, Vietnam, etc.

MEA Apostille (for Hague Convention Countries)

An apostille stamp is issued for countries under the Hague Convention—such as: USA, UK, Australia, Germany, Spain, Italy, France, Netherlands, etc.

This final authentication makes the certificate valid for legal use abroad.

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