Apostille for Belgium

Belgium document preparation: identify the document, check the recipient’s request, confirm the submission route. — For Belgium, confirm the receiving organization’s instructions before arranging document services.

Apostille accepted

Belgium: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Ratification deposited: 11 December 1975
Entry into force: 9 February 1976
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 Belgium
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Belgium accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Belgium on 9 February 1976 and has applied between Canada and Belgium since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Belgium

No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Belgium.

Belgium embassy and consular contacts

Confirm document requirements, fees, appointments and the office responsible for your location directly with the relevant mission before sending documents.

The directory can include non-resident missions and honorary consulates. Confirm that the office provides the service you need.

Official sources for Belgium

Belgium apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Belgium accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Belgium?

No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Belgium.

When did Belgium join, or when will it start accepting apostilles?

Ratification deposited: 11 December 1975. Entry into force: 9 February 1976. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

Treaty record checked on 30 October 2026. HCCH table last updated: 30 June 2026.