Destination: Canada
Apostille for Canada
Canada joined the Apostille Convention with effect from 11 January 2024. Indian public documents for Canadian authorities now generally need an MEA apostille instead of Canadian consular authentication.
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Canada at a glance
- Hague member
- Yes
- Route
- Apostille
- Stages
- 3 stages
Process
Apostille process for Canada
- 1
State authentication
The issuing state's Home/GAD department, Education department or a Chamber of Commerce authenticates the document.
- 2
MEA apostille
The Ministry of External Affairs affixes the apostille. No embassy stamp is needed.
- 3
Translation (if required)
Certified English or French translation, if required.
Good to know
- Immigration (IRCC) applications usually do not need apostilled documents, so check the specific instructions.
- Provincial authorities, courts and some licensing bodies may require an apostille.
Frequently asked questions
Since when does Canada accept the apostille?
Since 11 January 2024.
Nearby destinations
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