Apostille for Iceland

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

Apostille accepted

Iceland: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Ratification deposited: 28 September 2004
Entry into force: 27 November 2004
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 Iceland
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Iceland accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Iceland on 27 November 2004 and has applied between Canada and Iceland since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Iceland

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

Iceland 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 Iceland

Iceland apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Iceland accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Iceland?

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

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

Ratification deposited: 28 September 2004. Entry into force: 27 November 2004. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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