Apostille for Greece

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

Apostille accepted

Greece: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Ratification deposited: 19 March 1985
Entry into force: 18 May 1985
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 Greece
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Greece accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Greece on 18 May 1985 and has applied between Canada and Greece since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Greece

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

Greece 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 Greece

Greece apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Greece accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Greece?

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

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

Ratification deposited: 19 March 1985. Entry into force: 18 May 1985. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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