Ontario Apostille Services
The authentication of official documents, including birth certificates, has become more important than ever in today’s globalized world, especially in Ontario, Canada. Navigating the complex world of document certification for overseas use has entered a new era of efficiency with the introduction of the Apostille process in Ontario. As the pioneer of international certification services in Canada, we would like to provide our invaluable guidance on how our professional Apostille services in Ontario can simplify your process and guarantee that your document is easily recognized around the world. Knowing the ins and outs of the Ontario Apostille procedure is essential whether you intend to study, work, or conduct foreign business. Let’s explore how using expert Apostille services can change the legalization process for your documents in Ontario.
With Canada’s acceptance of the Hague Apostille Convention, Ontario is streamlining its processes for document authentication. This evolution introduces two noteworthy modifications:
- Direct Authentication for New Public Documents: New public documents will now be eligible for direct authentication, which eliminates the requirement for prior notarization. This includes Ontario post-secondary certificates, degrees, and transcripts issued after January 2019 as well as court-issued documents from Ontario issued since January 2002.
- Simplified Process for Hauge Signatory Countries: verified documents intended for countries covered by the Hague Convention usually don’t need additional legalization at consulates or embassies. It is nevertheless advisable to verify specific restrictions in the destination country with the appropriate consulate or embassy, or with the intended receiver.
The current authentication procedure is still in place for countries that are not members to the Hague Convention, and certificates of authentication will still be issued for these documents. This means that services for documents meant for countries that are not parties to the Hague will remain unchanged.
List of Countries that are Not Member Hauge Apostille Convention (as of May 2024)
- Afghanistan
- Algeria
- Angola
- Bangladesh
- Benin
- Bhutan
- Burkina Faso
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Congo
- Côte d’Ivoire
- Cuba
- Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Haiti
- Iran
- Iraq
- Jordan
- Kenya
- Kiribati
- Kuwait
- Laos
- Lebanon
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Micronesia
- Mozambique
- Myanmar
- Nauru
- Nepal
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Papua New Guinea
- Qatar
- Rwanda*
- Sierra Leone
- Solomon Islands
- Somalia
- South Sudan
- Sri Lanka
- Sudan
- Syria
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Togo
- Turkmenistan
- Tuvalu
- Uganda
- United Arab Emirates
- Tanzania
- Viet Nam
- Yemen
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Canada’s Ratification of Hague Apostille Convention
Canada has never ratified the Hague Apostille Convention throughout its history. Due of this lack, Canadians have had to undergo a more time-consuming procedure known as “legalization” in order to validate their documents for use abroad. But when the Canadian government ratified the Hague Apostille Convention, everything drastically changed.
Types of Documents Apostilled by Ontario Document Services
Public document authentication certificates have long been issued by Ontario’s Official Document Services (ODS). ODS is modifying its responsibilities in light of Canada’s move to abide by the Apostille Convention. The ODS in Ontario will begin providing Apostille services on January 11, 2024. With this change, Canada’s foreign documentation procedures have reached a significant milestone and Ontario is now in compliance with most of the world community.
- Adoption
- Affidavits
- Agent Authorization Letter
- Birth Certificate
- CPP Certificate
- Commercial Invoice
- Certificate of Free Sales
- Certificate of Origin
- Corporate Documents
- Court Records
- Death Certificate
- Degree, Diploma
- Divorce Certificate
- Educational Transcripts
- GMP Certificate
- Heath Canada Certificates
- Medical Device Licence
- International Trade Certificates
- Marriage Certificate
- Canadian Passport
- Police Check (RCMP)
- Power of Attorney
- Property Deeds
- Proof of Life Certificate
- Teacher Certificate
Our Services at Document Legalization of Canada include:
Knowledge: Our professional team is knowledgeable about documents apostille for use internationally.
Efficiency: We put a lot of effort into making sure the process moves quickly and efficiently, reducing delays.
Confidentiality: We value your privacy and make sure that every document is treated with the strictest confidentiality.
Customer Service: Is our top priority, and we are there to help you with any question and concern you may have at any point along the procedure.
We at Document Legalization of Canada your global document solutions can help you in authentication or Apostille your documents for use internationally by calling our Toll-Free number 1-833-700-5342 or by filling the below form.
