<p>Provided is a transfer apparatus for transferring a pattern to a subject to which the pattern is to be transferred. The transfer apparatus is provided with a mold holding section for holding a mold whereupon the pattern is formed; a supporting means for supporting the subject; a supporting means holding section having a first through hole which the supporting means penetrates; and a light irradiation means for irradiating light through the supporting means holding section. At least a part of the supporting means holding section overlapping with the irradiation path of the light has a light passing area which passes through the light irradiated from the light irradiation means.</p>
