Canadian news: Apostille (replaces authentication or legalization services)

From January 11, 2024, the Apostille Convention came into force in Canada. The new Apostille process now replaces authentication or legalization services previously available from the Embassy of Canada in Rome.

The Apostille facilitates the use of a Canadian document abroad, such as civil documents (marriage or birth), certificates (divorce or name change) and documents issued by the Government of Canada (such as Criminal record checks issued by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police).