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Attestation of Will

Checklist for Indian Passport Holders

1.

Miscellaneous Application (Click Here)
(Please fill out, Print, and sign the Miscellaneous Application, and submit it to the consulate along with the supporting documents.)

2.

Original notarized Will document (Will made by applicant)

3.

Please Bring an extra copy of Will for Consulate Record. (Make the copy only after Notarization is done)

4.

Original + Copy of: Passport + Visa + Address Proof of USA

5.

Fees : $20 + $2 (Please issue 2 Separate Cashier’s Checks/Money Orders)

Payee Name “Consulate General of India, San Francisco”

Note: Personal Checks/Cash/Credit Cards/Debit Cards are not accepted.

Checklist for USA PASSPORT + OCI Holders

1.

Miscellaneous Application (Click Here)
(Please fill out, Print, and sign the Miscellaneous Application, and submit it to the consulate along with the supporting documents.)

2.

Original Notarized Will document (Will made by applicant)

3.

Please Bring an extra copy of Will for Consulate Record. (Make the copy only after Notarization is done)

4.

Original + Copy of: Passport + Address Proof of USA + OCI (Front & Last Page)

5.

Fees : $20 + $2 (Please issue 2 Separate Cashier’s Checks/Money Orders)

Payee Name “Consulate General of India, San Francisco”

Note: Personal Checks/Cash/Credit Cards/Debit Cards are not accepted.

FAQs on Attestation of Will

No.

Question

Proposed Answer

1.

How can one apply for Attestation of Will ?

Depending on if you are (Indian Passport Holder OR USA Passport + OCI Holder OR USA Passport Holder),

Please go through the checklist which is applicable to you, and submit the Application with Supporting documents to the Consulate.

2.

Does one need to make an appointment for Attestation of Will ?

Yes. Secure an in-person Appointment for a Miscellaneous Service application.

3.

What is the processing time for Attestation of Will ?

One day (Same Day), for the application submitted in Person/over the counter.

4.

Documents  valid as a proof of address/residence?

•    US Driving License OR

•    Utility Bill OR

•    Lease Agreement OR

•    State Identity Card OR

•    Mortgage Deed

5.

What Documents are valid as a proof of US Visa Status?

•    Visa page of Passport (i.e. H1B, H4, L1, L2 etc.) OR

•    Green Card. OR

•    Employment Authorization Document (Work Permit) OR

•    I-797, I-140 or I-20

6.

Can Applicants send the documents to the Consulate by Post or Physical Mail ?

THIS SERVICE IS NOT AVAILABLE IN POST/MAIL MODE.

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