Apostille accepted
Argentina: verified treaty status and dates
- Hague Apostille Convention status
- Yes — Convention in force
- Date joined / legal act
- Accession deposited: 8 May 1987
- Entry into force
- 18 February 1988
- Application with Canada
- 11 January 2024
- Official future date
- Already in force; no future joining date applies.
- Route for Canadian documents
- Canadian apostille → submission in Argentina
- Status checked
- 30 October 2026
Does Argentina accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Argentina on 18 February 1988 and has applied between Canada and Argentina since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Embassy legalization for Argentina
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Argentina.
Argentina embassy and consular contacts
Confirm document requirements, fees, appointments and the office responsible for your location directly with the relevant mission before sending documents.
- Argentina official mission website (ecana.cancilleria.gob.ar) ↗
- Argentina official mission website (www.cmrea.cancilleria.gob.ar) ↗
- Official directory: Argentina embassy and consular contacts ↗
The directory can include non-resident missions and honorary consulates. Confirm that the office provides the service you need.
Official sources for Argentina
- HCCH status table: Argentina treaty dates ↗
- HCCH notifications, objections and territorial scope ↗
- Canadian authority and authentication requirements ↗
Argentina apostille and legalization FAQs
Does Argentina accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Argentina on 18 February 1988 and has applied between Canada and Argentina since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Is embassy attestation required for Argentina?
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Argentina.
When did Argentina join, or when will it start accepting apostilles?
Accession deposited: 8 May 1987. Entry into force: 18 February 1988. Already in force; no future joining date applies.
Treaty record checked on . HCCH table last updated: 30 June 2026.
