Canada Apostille Services
Professional apostille certification for Canadian documents through Global Affairs Canada. Official services for documents from all provinces and territories.
What is Canadian Apostille?
Canada joined the Hague Apostille Convention on January 11, 2024, making it easier for Canadians to use their documents internationally. An apostille is an official certification issued by Global Affairs Canada that authenticates Canadian documents for use in over 120 member countries.
Prior to 2024, Canadian documents required embassy authentication. Now, apostille provides a streamlined process that eliminates the need for consular legalization in Hague Convention countries.
Important Note:
Only Global Affairs Canada is authorized to issue apostilles for Canadian federal documents. Provincial/territorial documents may require additional authentication before apostille.
Canadian Documents We Apostille
Educational Documents
- •University Degrees
- •College Diplomas
- •Academic Transcripts
- •Professional Certificates
Vital Records
- •Birth Certificates
- •Marriage Certificates
- •RCMP Police Clearance
- •Death Certificates
Business & Legal
- •Power of Attorney
- •Corporate Documents
- •Affidavits
- •Notarized Documents
All Provinces & Territories
We handle apostille services for documents from all Canadian provinces and territories
Canadian Apostille Process
Document Review
Verify eligibility and authentication requirements
Authentication
Provincial/federal authentication if required
GAC Processing
Submit to Global Affairs Canada
Apostille Issued
Receive official apostille certificate
⏱️Processing Timeline
Note: Processing times may vary. Provincial documents may require pre-authentication which adds 3-5 business days.
Canadian Apostille FAQs
Is apostille different from authentication?▼
Yes. Authentication was the old system requiring consular legalization. Apostille is the new simplified process for Hague Convention countries, available since January 2024.
Can I use Canadian apostille in India?▼
Yes! India is a Hague Convention member. Canadian documents with apostille are legally recognized in India without embassy attestation.
Do all documents need provincial authentication first?▼
Not all. Federal documents can go directly to Global Affairs Canada. Provincial documents (birth certificates, etc.) may need provincial authentication first.
How much does Canadian apostille cost?▼
Global Affairs Canada charges CAD $50 per document for apostille. Additional costs may apply for authentication and courier services.
Get Your Canadian Apostille Today
Professional Global Affairs Canada apostille services. Fast, reliable, and accepted in 120+ countries worldwide.