Affidavits/ Self Declarations

How to Apply

1. Create an account (Register yourself) on the Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. Click here to register
2. Book your appointment online at the Alankit ICAC website. You can choose a convenient date and time. Click here to book your appointment
3. Ensure you have all supporting documents ready, exactly as per the "Documents Checklist" section.
4. Visit the Alankit ICAC office as per your jurisdiction. The address will be mentioned in your appointment letter.
5. Arrive at the ICAC 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment time.
6. Submit your application and pay the required fees at the ICAC. Refer to the "Fee Details" section for applicable charges.
7. Your application submission is now complete!
8. You can opt for our Courier Service to get your attested documents delivered to your address.
9. Track your application status anytime online. Click here to track your application

For Postal Applications:

• Complete Step 1 (Registration) and Step 2 (Appointment Booking).
• Log in to your account and apply for a postal application. Click here to log in
• Follow the step-by-step instructions to prepare your postal package.
• Send your package to the correct Alankit ICAC location as per your jurisdiction.

Important: Attach your proof of payment inside the postal package.

How to apply at a glance:

1 Register on our Website

2 Read our application instructions carefully, and, if needed, complete the Government of India’s online form as guided.

3 Schedule Appointment

4 Visit Alankit ICAC at your scheduled date & time.

5 Submit Application & deposit Fees.

6 You can Track your Application Status on our website.

7 Collect your processed document(s) or have it delivered to your doorstep.

For Postal Applications

1 Register on our Website

2 Read our application instructions carefully, and, if needed, complete the Government of India’s online form as guided.

3 Apply for postal application and pay the fees online. You can also opt to pay fees through bank transfer.

4 Prepare your postal package as per the checklist of documents. Attach proof of payment

5 Send your postal package to Alankit ICAC as per your jurisdiction

6 You can Track your Application Status on our website.

7 Have your processed document(s) delivered to your doorstep.

Document Checklist

1. Click Here to fill the online form to generate the PDF of the Request Form / Request Letter. Please note a printout of the PDF is required along with other documents in the checklist.
2. If the document is not an original government-issued document, it must be notarized by an Australian Notary Public.
3. The document must then be attested (authenticated or apostilled) by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), Australia.
4. 02 copies of the requisite Affidavits, Declarations, Annexures, Authorization letter, etc.
5. Proof of payment of the applicable fee (if made through bank transfer).
6. The applicant must bring one passport-size photo with them, and all documents must be self-attested.
7. Enclose the filled Checklist. Click here to download.
8. Enclose Applicant Consent Form. Click here to download the Application Consent Form.

Note:

• The applicant must visit the ICAC for submission of the application and sign the requisite Affidavits, Declarations, Annexures, Authorization letter, etc. in front of the ICAC counter staff. Applications through Post will not be accepted for this service.
• Names should be entered in full (as in Passports) in the requisite Affidavits, Declarations, Annexures, Authorization letter, etc.
• There should be enough blank space (approx. 10-15 cm) under the applicant's signature on the document for placing the Embassy/Consulate's attestation stamps/signatures.
• Applicants may bring their requisite Affidavits, Declarations, Annexures, Authorization letter, etc. printed either on normal A4 papers or on Stamp Papers, as desired.
• In case of joint requisite Affidavits, Declarations, Annexures, Authorization letter, etc., both executants should visit the ICAC to sign the requisite documents.
If any additional documents are required based on the application, the applicant has to provide the same.

Note: If any additional documents is required based on the application, the applicant have to provide the same.

Fees Details

FAQ's for Passport Services

1. Can documents issued by a Government Authority of India be attested by the Consulate?
• Yes, but only if they have first been attested or apostilled by the CPV Division of the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi.
2. What is the process for attesting documents issued by a Government Authority of Australia?
• Documents must first be notarized by an Australian Notary Public (if not original government-issued documents), then attested (authenticated or apostilled) by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), Australia.
3. Can I apply by post?
• Yes. Complete registration and appointment booking, log in to your account to apply for postal submission, prepare your package following instructions, and send it to the correct Alankit ICAC location with proof of payment enclosed.
4. Can I submit the application by post for affidavits/self-declarations?
• No. You must visit the ICAC in person to sign the required affidavits and declarations in front of the staff. Postal applications are not accepted for this service.
5. What if additional documents are required?
• You will be informed to provide any extra documents needed for your application.