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Apostille for Russia

Russia accepts Canadian apostilles for public documents covered by the Convention. Embassy or consular legalization is not required for those documents.

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

Apostille accepted

Russia: verified treaty status and dates

Hague Apostille Convention status
Yes — Convention in force
Date joined / legal act
Succession notified: 4 September 1991
Entry into force
31 May 1992
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 Russia
Status checked
30 October 2026

Does Russia accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Russia on 31 May 1992 and has applied between Canada and Russia since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Embassy legalization for Russia

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

Russia continued the Convention by succession. The notification date shown above can be later than the effective date; it is not described as a new accession.

Russia 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 Russia

Russia apostille and legalization FAQs

Does Russia accept a Canadian apostille?

Yes. The Convention entered into force for Russia on 31 May 1992 and has applied between Canada and Russia since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.

Is embassy attestation required for Russia?

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

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

Succession notified: 4 September 1991. Entry into force: 31 May 1992. Already in force; no future joining date applies.

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

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