Apostille accepted
Latvia: verified treaty status and dates
- Hague Apostille Convention status
- Yes — Convention in force
- Date joined / legal act
- Accession deposited: 11 May 1995
- Entry into force
- 30 January 1996
- 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 Latvia
- Status checked
- 30 October 2026
Does Latvia accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Latvia on 30 January 1996 and has applied between Canada and Latvia since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Embassy legalization for Latvia
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Latvia.
Latvia embassy and consular contacts
Confirm document requirements, fees, appointments and the office responsible for your location directly with the relevant mission before sending documents.
- Latvia official mission website (www.ottawa.mfa.gov.lv) ↗
- Official directory: Latvia 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 Latvia
- HCCH status table: Latvia treaty dates ↗
- HCCH notifications, objections and territorial scope ↗
- Canadian authority and authentication requirements ↗
Latvia apostille and legalization FAQs
Does Latvia accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Latvia on 30 January 1996 and has applied between Canada and Latvia since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Is embassy attestation required for Latvia?
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Latvia.
When did Latvia join, or when will it start accepting apostilles?
Accession deposited: 11 May 1995. Entry into force: 30 January 1996. Already in force; no future joining date applies.
Treaty record checked on . HCCH table last updated: 30 June 2026.
