Apostille accepted
Saint Lucia: verified treaty status and dates
- Hague Apostille Convention status
- Yes — Convention in force
- Date joined / legal act
- Accession deposited: 5 December 2001
- Entry into force
- 31 July 2002
- 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 Saint Lucia
- Status checked
- 30 October 2026
Does Saint Lucia accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Saint Lucia on 31 July 2002 and has applied between Canada and Saint Lucia since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Embassy legalization for Saint Lucia
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Saint Lucia.
Saint Lucia embassy and consular contacts
Confirm document requirements, fees, appointments and the office responsible for your location directly with the relevant mission before sending documents.
- Saint Lucia official mission website (www.embassyofstlucia.org) ↗
- Saint Lucia official mission website (www.stluciaconsulate.ca) ↗
- Official directory: Saint Lucia 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 Saint Lucia
- HCCH status table: Saint Lucia treaty dates ↗
- HCCH notifications, objections and territorial scope ↗
- Canadian authority and authentication requirements ↗
Saint Lucia apostille and legalization FAQs
Does Saint Lucia accept a Canadian apostille?
Yes. The Convention entered into force for Saint Lucia on 31 July 2002 and has applied between Canada and Saint Lucia since 11 January 2024. A Canadian apostille replaces embassy legalization for documents within its scope.
Is embassy attestation required for Saint Lucia?
No embassy attestation for Canadian public documents covered by the Convention and used in Saint Lucia.
When did Saint Lucia join, or when will it start accepting apostilles?
Accession deposited: 5 December 2001. Entry into force: 31 July 2002. Already in force; no future joining date applies.
Treaty record checked on . HCCH table last updated: 30 June 2026.
