Medical / MBBS Certificate Attestation in India – Complete Guide for Doctors & Medical Students Going Abroad
Published at: 1/7/2026
If you are a medical graduate, MBBS student, doctor, or healthcare professional planning to work, study, migrate, or apply for licensing abroad, getting your MBBS Certificate attested is mandatory.
Whether your goal is residency, specialization, medical licensing, or employment, every country requires your MBBS degree to be verified by the Government of India and the foreign embassy before accepting it.
Trueway International provides fast, accurate, and hassle-free Medical / MBBS Certificate Attestation across Kerala, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Delhi, Mumbai, and all over India with safe pickup & drop.
What Is MBBS Certificate Attestation?
MBBS Certificate Attestation is the government authentication process that verifies:
- Your MBBS degree is genuine
- Your university is recognized
- Your identity and details are authentic
- Your qualification is valid for international use
After the attestation, your certificate becomes legally acceptable in:
- Hospitals
- Licensing bodies
- Universities
- Immigration departments
- Embassy offices
This process is compulsory for anyone using their medical qualification outside India.
🔎 Who Needs MBBS Certificate Attestation?
This attestation is required by:
✔ Medical Graduates
MBBS graduates applying for jobs, residency, specialization, or higher studies abroad.
✔ Doctors Applying for Licensing
Required for licensing exams and registrations such as:
- DHA (Dubai)
- DOH / HAAD (Abu Dhabi)
- MOH (UAE, Oman, Kuwait, Saudi)
- QCHP (Qatar)
- SCFHS (Saudi Commission for Health Specialties)
✔ Medical Students Going for Internships / Electives
Foreign universities often demand attested educational documents.
✔ Doctors Migrating Under PR
Countries like Canada, UK, Australia, and New Zealand require validated educational documents during migration.
✔ Healthcare Researchers & Academicians
For academic positions, fellowships, and research collaborations abroad.
Countries That Require MBBS Certificate Attestation
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- Qatar
- Oman
- Kuwait
- Bahrain
- UK & Europe
- USA (in some visa categories)
- Canada
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Malaysia & Singapore
Most Gulf and Asian countries strictly require HRD + MEA + Embassy attestation.
For a detailed breakdown of attestation steps for each destination, refer to our specialized guides:
- Malaysia attestation rules are detailed in the Malaysia Certificate Attestation Blog
Documents Required for MBBS Certificate Attestation
Mandatory Documents
- Original MBBS Degree Certificate
- Final Year Marksheet
- Internship Completion Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport Copy
- Offer Letter / Admission Letter (if available)
Additional (Case-wise)
- Provisional Degree
- MCI/NMC Registration Certificate
- Passport-size photos
- Visa copy
- Transcript copies
Laminated certificates must be de-laminated before attestation.
MBBS Certificate Attestation Process in India
The correct attestation flow depends on your state, the destination country, and the embassy rules. Below is the most widely accepted and embassy-preferred process:
1. Regional / University Level Verification
The verification begins where your degree was issued.
This includes:
- Notary Attestation
- University Verification (HRD forwards your degree to the university for confirmation)
This ensures that your certificate genuinely belongs to you.
2. State HRD / Home Department / SDM Attestation
Depending on the state and embassy requirement, the following departments may attest:
✔ State HRD (Human Resource Department)
Mandatory for most educational documents, especially for Gulf countries.
✔ Home Department
Used for educational documents in specific states such as Maharashtra.
✔ SDM (Sub-Divisional Magistrate)
Alternative route when:
- HRD takes too long
- University delays verification
- Embassy accepts SDM route
3. MEA Attestation – Ministry of External Affairs (New Delhi)
MEA verifies that the state authentication is genuine.
Their stamp confirms your document for international acceptance.
4. Embassy Attestation
The foreign embassy (UAE, Saudi, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, etc.) validates your MBBS certificate as per their country’s rules.
This is the final and most crucial step.
5. MOFA Attestation (in the destination country)
Some countries (especially Gulf countries) require a final attestation from their Ministry of Foreign Affairs after you arrive.
🔁 Attestation Process Based on State
✔ Maharashtra-Issued MBBS Certificates
- Must go through State Home Department
- HRD may be compulsory for certain countries (UAE, Qatar, Kuwait)
✔ Other States (Kerala, Karnataka, TN, AP, Telangana, Delhi, etc.)
- HRD route or SDM route depending on embassy guidelines
- Some countries accept SDM route for urgent processing
✔ Countries Where HRD Is Mandatory
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- Qatar
- Kuwait
✔ HRD Preferred / Recommended
- Oman
- Bahrain
- Malaysia
Why Is MBBS Certificate Attestation Required?
✔ Medical Licensing Abroad
Mandatory for obtaining licenses like DHA, MOH, HAAD, SCFHS, QCHP.
✔ Residency & Specialization
Overseas PG programs require authenticated medical degrees.
✔ Employment in Hospitals
Hospitals abroad validate your qualification before offering a job.
✔ Migration / PR
Countries like Canada, Australia, UK demand educational verification.
✔ Higher Education
Masters / PhD / Fellowships require attested certificates.
✔ Visa & Immigration
Immigration departments reject files without proper attestation.
MBBS Certificate Attestation Processing Time
Processing time depends on:
- State of issuance
- HRD vs SDM route
- Embassy working load
- Destination country
- University verification speed
Typical Timeline:
- Standard: 7–20 working days
- With HRD verification: 20–45+ days
- Urgent / SDM route: 4–7 days
MBBS Certificate Attestation Cost in India
Fees depend on:
- Country (UAE, Saudi, Qatar, Kuwait, etc.)
- State of issuance
- HRD or SDM route
- Embassy fee
- Normal / urgent processing
Trueway International provides transparent, all-inclusive pricing with no hidden charges.
You can request an accurate quote anytime.
How to Apply for MBBS Certificate Attestation (Through Trueway International)
Step 1 – Contact Us
Submit inquiry via website / WhatsApp / call.
Step 2 – Document Verification
Our experts check your certificates and confirm the exact process.
Step 3 – Pickup / Submission
Courier your documents or hand them over to your nearest branch.
Step 4 – Attestation Processing
We complete HRD / SDM → MEA → Embassy.
Step 5 – Delivery
Receive your attested documents at your doorstep.
Why Doctors Prefer Trueway International?
- 10+ years of expertise in medical document attestation
- Fast HRD, MEA & Embassy processing
- Pan-India service coverage
- Safe pickup & delivery
- Dedicated support team
- Zero rejection rate
- Handles 1000+ medical attestation cases every month
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting laminated certificates
- Missing mark sheets or provisional certificate
- Providing incorrect passport details
- Applying via the wrong route (HRD needed but SDM chosen)
- Last-minute application before travel
- Not checking country-specific requirements
Our team ensures all your documents meet embassy standards before submission.
Conclusion
MBBS Certificate Attestation is a crucial part of the educational certificate attestation process for doctors and medical students who wish to work, study, or migrate abroad. Since most countries strictly verify medical qualifications before issuing visas, licenses, or job approvals, completing the attestation through the correct route—HRD/Home/SDM → MEA → Embassy → MOFA—ensures your MBBS degree is officially accepted internationally.
Proper attestation prevents visa delays, licensing rejections, dataflow issues, equivalency denial, and job cancellations, making it a non-negotiable requirement for all medical professionals.
With Trueway International, you don’t have to worry about complex government procedures, long queues, or repeated document submissions. Our team handles your entire medical and educational certificate attestation process end-to-end with expert guidance, fast timelines, real-time updates, and reliable support across India.
Your medical career abroad starts with the right attestation—Trueway International makes it simple, secure, and stress-free.