Germany · MEA apostille
List of Directors Apostille for Germany from India
Need an Indian list of directors accepted in Germany? We handle the notary, chamber and MEA apostille for exporters and companies across India.
- 1 Notary (India)
- 2 Indian Chamber of Commerce
- 3 MEA apostille
List of directors for Germany: what and why
Foreign registries, banks and partners often ask for an official list of your company's directors and authorised signatories, to check who controls and represents the company. The list of directors is issued on company letterhead and certified by a director or practising Company Secretary, usually matching the MCA master data.
Opening a subsidiary or branch in Europe, or signing before a European notary, usually requires apostilled company documents and a certified translation.
In Germany, a legalised list of directors is typically requested for company and branch registration; it is also used for bank KYC and tender and supplier due diligence.
A list of directors issued in India is notarised, attested by an Indian Chamber of Commerce and then apostilled by the MEA. Germany accepts the apostille, so no embassy step is needed.
Germany accepts the MEA apostille. Authorities there may ask for a sworn German translation made in Germany; where a certified translation from India is accepted, we can arrange it.
Key facts
- Document
- List of Directors issued in India
- Used in
- Germany
- Route
- Notary (India) → Indian Chamber of Commerce → MEA apostille
- Final stamp
- MEA apostille
- Translation
- German – often requested
- Who we help
- Indian exporters, manufacturers and companies
- Our office
- New Ashok Nagar, New Delhi · courier from any city
The Germany process for an Indian list of directors
Send us a scan first
WhatsApp a scan of the list of directors and tell us who in Germany will receive it. We check it and reply with the steps, timeline and price.
Notarisation
A notary in India verifies the signature on the list of directors or certifies the copy, which is the first stamp in the chain.
Indian Chamber of Commerce
The list of directors is attested by an Indian Chamber of Commerce, which checks your company's details and the signatory before stamping it.
MEA apostille
The MEA adds its apostille, which is the final step for a Hague Convention country.
Tracked return
We courier the legalised document back by Blue Dart or another tracked courier, or you collect it from our Delhi office.
What to send us
- Board resolution, if the list supports an appointment
- Request letter on company letterhead
- Certified German translation, if the authority in Germany asks (we arrange it)
- MCA master data printout
- Certified list of directors on company letterhead
Avoid rejection
- Do not get the document stamped by an embassy; an apostille country only needs the MEA apostille.
- Certify the list recently; outdated lists are refused.
- Names and DINs must match the MCA records.
- Include designations and nationality where asked.
List of Directors apostille for Germany: FAQs
Does Germany need embassy attestation for an Indian list of directors?
No. Germany accepts the MEA apostille, so the list of directors only needs notarisation, Indian Chamber of Commerce attestation and the MEA apostille.
What is the timeline for list of directors apostille for Germany?
It depends on the chamber's and the MEA's schedules at the time. We confirm a timeline in writing before you courier the list of directors, and can plan around shipment or registration deadlines.
Can the MCA master data printout be legalised?
Yes, as a certified copy, after notarisation and chamber attestation.
What is the process for list of directors apostille for Germany?
Notary (India) → Indian Chamber of Commerce → MEA apostille. We handle every stage from our New Delhi office and courier the list of directors back to you.
Do I need a German translation for Germany?
Many authorities in Germany expect documents in German. We arrange certified translation and can legalise it together with the English list of directors.
What do I need to send for Germany?
Certified list of directors on company letterhead; MCA master data printout; Board resolution, if the list supports an appointment.
Is there anything special about Germany?
Germany accepts the MEA apostille. Authorities there may ask for a sworn German translation made in Germany; where a certified translation from India is accepted, we can arrange it.
Other documents for Germany
- Shareholding Agreement Apostille for GermanyCompany & legal
- Good Standing Certificate Apostille for GermanyCompany & legal
- Board Resolution Apostille for GermanyCompany & legal
- Certificate of Incorporation Apostille for GermanyCompany & legal
- COPP Apostille for GermanyPharma
- Certificate of Origin Apostille for GermanyExport & shipping
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Send your list of directors for Germany
Send the document list and destination country on WhatsApp. We reply with the route, timeline and an all-inclusive quote.
Office: C-5 A/2, New Ashok Nagar, Delhi 110096, India. Drop off in Delhi NCR or courier from any city in India; documents return by Blue Dart or another tracked courier.