Yes, there is attestation validity. The purpose and requirements of the organisation or institution requesting the attested document determine the validity of the attestation. In general, attestation is considered valid for a limited time after which the document may need to be re-attested.

Apostille is a type of authentication that verifies the authenticity of a document for use in foreign countries. It involves a specific certification process where a government agency or designated authority attaches an apostille certificate to the document, confirming its validity. The process may vary depending on the country in question, but generally involves a series of steps and fees.

In India, Apostille services are provided by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) through its Regional Authentication Centers (RACs). There are currently 15 RACs located in different cities across India, including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Ahmedabad, Guwahati, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Panaji, Raipur, Thiruvananthapuram, and Shimla.

The RACs are responsible for verifying the authenticity of the documents and attaching the apostille certificate to the document. To get a document apostilled, you need to first get the document attested by the appropriate authority in India, such as a notary public, state Home Department, or the respective issuing authority. Once the document is attested, it can be submitted to the RAC for apostille.