Apostille accepted
Bangladesh: verified treaty status and dates
- Hague Apostille Convention status
- Yes — Convention in force
- Date joined / legal act
- Accession deposited: 29 July 2024
- Entry into force
- 30 March 2025
- Application with Canada
- 30 March 2025
- Official future date
- Already in force; no future joining date applies.
- Route for Canadian documents
- Canadian apostille → submission in Bangladesh
- Status checked
- 30 October 2026
Does Bangladesh accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Bangladesh on 30 March 2025 and has applied between Canada and Bangladesh since 30 March 2025. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Embassy legalization for Bangladesh
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Bangladesh.
Bangladesh embassy and consular contacts
Confirm document requirements, fees, appointments and the office responsible for your location directly with the relevant mission before sending documents.
- Bangladesh official mission website (www.bdhcottawa.ca) ↗
- Official directory: Bangladesh 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 Bangladesh
- HCCH status table: Bangladesh treaty dates ↗
- HCCH notifications, objections and territorial scope ↗
- Canadian authority and authentication requirements ↗
Bangladesh apostille and legalization FAQs
Does Bangladesh accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Bangladesh on 30 March 2025 and has applied between Canada and Bangladesh since 30 March 2025. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Is embassy attestation required for Bangladesh?
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Bangladesh.
When did Bangladesh join, or when will it start accepting apostilles?
Accession deposited: 29 July 2024. Entry into force: 30 March 2025. Already in force; no future joining date applies.
Treaty record checked on . HCCH table last updated: 30 June 2026.
