Apostille accepted
Dominican Republic: verified treaty status and dates
- Hague Apostille Convention status
- Yes — Convention in force
- Date joined / legal act
- Accession deposited: 12 December 2008
- Entry into force
- 30 August 2009
- 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 Dominican Republic
- Status checked
- 30 October 2026
Does Dominican Republic accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Dominican Republic on 30 August 2009 and has applied between Canada and Dominican Republic since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Embassy legalization for Dominican Republic
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Dominican Republic.
Dominican Republic embassy and consular contacts
Confirm document requirements, fees, appointments and the office responsible for your location directly with the relevant mission before sending documents.
- Dominican Republic official mission website (can.mirex.gob.do) ↗
- Official directory: Dominican Republic 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 Dominican Republic
- HCCH status table: Dominican Republic treaty dates ↗
- HCCH notifications, objections and territorial scope ↗
- Canadian authority and authentication requirements ↗
Dominican Republic apostille and legalization FAQs
Does Dominican Republic accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Dominican Republic on 30 August 2009 and has applied between Canada and Dominican Republic since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Is embassy attestation required for Dominican Republic?
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Dominican Republic.
When did Dominican Republic join, or when will it start accepting apostilles?
Accession deposited: 12 December 2008. Entry into force: 30 August 2009. Already in force; no future joining date applies.
Treaty record checked on . HCCH table last updated: 30 June 2026.