Apostille for Costa Rica

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

Apostille accepted

Costa Rica: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Accession deposited: 6 April 2011
Entry into force: 14 December 2011
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 Costa Rica
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Costa Rica accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Costa Rica on 14 December 2011 and has applied between Canada and Costa Rica since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Costa Rica

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

Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica

Costa Rica apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Costa Rica accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Costa Rica?

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

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

Accession deposited: 6 April 2011. Entry into force: 14 December 2011. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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