Apostille for Guyana

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

Apostille accepted

Guyana: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Accession deposited: 30 July 2018
Entry into force: 18 April 2019
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 Guyana
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Guyana accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Guyana on 18 April 2019 and has applied between Canada and Guyana since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Guyana

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

Guyana 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 Guyana

Guyana apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Guyana accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Guyana?

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

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

Accession deposited: 30 July 2018. Entry into force: 18 April 2019. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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