Apostille for Luxembourg

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

Apostille accepted

Luxembourg: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status: Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act: Ratification deposited: 4 April 1979
Entry into force: 3 June 1979
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 Luxembourg
Status checked: 30 October 2026

Does Luxembourg accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Luxembourg on 3 June 1979 and has applied between Canada and Luxembourg since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Luxembourg

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

Luxembourg embassy and consular contacts

Confirm document requirements, fees, appointments and the office responsible for your location directly with the relevant mission before sending documents.

Official directory: Luxembourg 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 Luxembourg

Luxembourg apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Luxembourg accept a Canadian apostille?

Is embassy attestation required for Luxembourg?

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

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

Ratification deposited: 4 April 1979. Entry into force: 3 June 1979. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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